Natural Soccer (2015)
Genres: ActionSportsIndie
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Released: 2015-02-02Requirements
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Tags:
SingleplayerMultiplayerFull controller supportSplit ScreenFootballSoccer
Description
Natural Soccer is a fast-paced, highly playable arcade soccer game that brings exciting action, precise physics, and easy-to-master controls. Perfect for fans of classic soccer games like Kick Off, Sensible Soccer, Microprose Soccer, Goal!, and Tekhan World Cup, Natural Soccer offers a thrilling soccer experience. Whether you're a veteran of arcade soccer or a newcomer, this game promises endless fun and challenge.
Key Features
- Fast-Paced Action: Experience adrenaline-pumping soccer matches with non-stop action.
- Accurate and Fun Ball Physics: Enjoy realistic ball behavior that makes every pass, shot, and goal feel true to the sport.
- Full Control of the Ball: Take full charge of the ball's movement, including "Aftertouch," allowing you to finesse your shots with precision.
- Smooth Graphics: The game runs at a smooth 60fps, offering fluid visuals in a classic top-down view loved by fans.
- Intuitive Controls: Easy to learn but challenging to master, the controls provide a satisfying gameplay experience for players of all skill levels.
- Multiplayer Mode: Play against up to three friends in local multiplayer or team up in local co-op mode for even more fun.
- Fine-Tuned Gameplay: Every aspect of the game has been finely tuned to provide maximum playability and excitement, ensuring that each match feels fresh and engaging.
- Over 200 Teams: Choose from a vast selection of teams, featuring more than 2,200 individual, carefully crafted players. While the game uses fictional names due to licensing restrictions, the depth of the roster is impressive.
- Tactical Flexibility: Customize your team’s formation and adjust tactical settings to suit your playstyle, whether you prefer attacking, defending, or a balanced approach.
- Challenging AI: Face strong, but fair, artificial intelligence opponents, including goalkeepers that will test your skills.
- Unique Pitches: Play on four different pitches, each with its own set of characteristics, adding variety and challenge to every match.
- Multiple Camera Angles: Switch between vertical or horizontal views, adjust the camera height, and tilt to find the perfect perspective for your playstyle.
- Action Replays: Watch your best moments in slow-motion with exciting action replays.
- Sound Effects: Enjoy immersive sound effects that create a fantastic stadium atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.
- Pure Fun Gameplay: At its core, Natural Soccer delivers a fun and engaging experience that feels natural and intuitive, making it accessible for everyone.
Player Feedback
Players have shared their enthusiasm about Natural Soccer, praising it as one of the best arcade soccer games available. Here’s what they have to say:
"In my opinion, you've already achieved your goal of programming the best arcade soccer! I played most of them, and not a single one comes even close to Natural Soccer!" - Wongstyle, OUYA Forum
"Great job! Loved Sensible Soccer and love this too. Bought it last week." - Anthony Huczek, OUYA Forum
"Just picked the game up on discount. So happy I did! One of my favorite games on Ouya thus far!" - Marshmallow Mark (@MarshmallowMark), Twitter
"Bought my first game on the OUYA today. Which one? Natural Soccer, of course! #magic #ouya" - Anders Døsen (@andersdosen), Twitter
Conclusion
Natural Soccer is an ideal choice for anyone who enjoys classic arcade soccer games. With its fast-paced gameplay, realistic physics, and easy-to-learn controls, the game offers an exciting, enjoyable experience for players of all levels. The multiplayer mode, tactical flexibility, and variety of teams and pitches add depth to the game, ensuring that each match remains unique and thrilling. Whether you're playing solo or with friends, Natural Soccer brings pure fun to the field, making it a must-have for soccer fans.
Our Verdict
Natural Soccer is a fast, fun, and highly playable arcade soccer game. The controls are simple and intuitive, making it easy to pick up, but the gameplay is deep enough to keep you challenged. The ball physics feel natural, and the smooth top-down view keeps the action clear and exciting.
The game shines with its variety of teams, formations, and pitches, plus strong AI that never feels unfair. Playing solo or with friends is equally enjoyable, and the game captures the fun of classic soccer games while adding its own modern twist. For fans of arcade soccer, this is a must-play.
We strongly recommend Natural Soccer. It’s pure, enjoyable soccer fun that keeps you coming back for more. Simple, clean, and satisfying—this game knows how to score.