Sega CD · Sports
Captain Tsubasa
Deep cut
| System | Sega CD |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Tecmo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Captain Tsubasa |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Captain Tsubasa is a sports game released in 1994 for the Sega CD, developed by Tecmo.
It landed about 2 years into the Sega CD's life. Other notable Sega CD releases from 1994 include Battlecorps, Keio Flying Squadron and Midnight Raiders. Among the 9 Sega CD sports games in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.
It is part of the Captain Tsubasa series. The series also appears on other systems with Captain Tsubasa Vol. II: Super Striker (NES) and Captain Tsubasa 3: Koutei no Chousen (SNES).
Captain Tsubasa supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Sega CD hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Captain Tsubasa is like
Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.
Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
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Playing Sega CD games today
Sega CD games can be hard to find at reasonable prices, so the system is best explored through its top handful of titles rather than its full library.
Captain Tsubasa FAQ
When did Captain Tsubasa come out on the Sega CD?
Captain Tsubasa was released for the Sega CD in 1994.
Who made Captain Tsubasa?
It was developed by Tecmo.
Is Captain Tsubasa multiplayer?
Yes. Captain Tsubasa supports up to 2 players.
How long does Captain Tsubasa take to play?
As a sports game, Captain Tsubasa typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Captain Tsubasa on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.