Genre: Sports (Indoor soccer)
Publisher: Mastertronic (Added Dimension label)
Year: 1986
System: Amstrad CPC
Five‑A‑Side Soccer is a minimalist, indoor‑style football game emphasizing quick gameplay and tactical rebounds off enclosed walls. Featuring 10‑minute matches, players can choose from three difficulty levels and even face a friend in local two‑player mode. Fouls lead to penalty kicks under simplified rules, with an optional tournament format adding replay value. With a diagonal-top-down perspective and straightforward controls via keyboard or joystick, it captures the essence of fast, arcade action—though graphics and gameplay remain basic. Released under the Mastertronic Added Dimension series, it reflects the budget-brand approach: affordable, straightforward, and accessible entertainment.
