Genre: Sports
Developer: Atari
Publisher: Atari
Year: 1983
System: Atari 5200
RealSports Soccer is a soccer simulation game developed and published by Atari, Inc. for the Atari 5200 in 1983. It is part of the RealSports series, which aimed to provide more realistic sports experiences on home consoles.
In the game, players can choose between single-player or two-player modes. The gameplay features three players per side, with computer-controlled goalkeepers. The field scrolls horizontally, and players control the character with the ball, while the computer controls the other teammates. The game includes various features such as throw-ins, corner kicks, and goal kicks. Players can adjust the length of the game and select from different skill levels.
The Atari 5200 version utilizes the console’s analog joystick for precise control, allowing players to move fluidly across the field. The game offers a more realistic soccer experience compared to earlier home console versions.