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FIFA International Soccer

Sega Game Gear

Release Date: 1994

Sports - Soccer

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Description

"FIFA International Soccer" for the Sega Game Gear brought the excitement and intensity of international soccer to the portable gaming world when it was released in 1994. As the first portable iteration of the popular FIFA video game series, which debuted on other platforms in 1993, this title allowed players to experience a fast-paced soccer simulation on the go. The game featured 48 national teams and allowed players to compete in exhibition matches or undertake the challenge of a full tournament, aiming to win the coveted FIFA World Cup. The gameplay was adapted to fit the smaller screen and controls of the Game Gear, offering a side-scrolling view which differed from the isometric view introduced in the versions for other consoles, such as the Sega Genesis.

The game’s control scheme on Game Gear was simplified due to the limited number of buttons, but it still managed to deliver a compelling soccer experience. Players could execute a variety of soccer moves such as passing, shooting, and sliding tackles. "FIFA International Soccer" included several innovative features for the time, such as variable weather conditions which could affect the gameplay, adding an extra layer of strategy. Although lacking the extensive licensing of later titles, the game made up for it with enjoyable gameplay. This title set the stage for the evolution of the FIFA series on portable consoles, demonstrating early on that sports simulation games could be successfully executed on handheld gaming devices, paving the way for future advancements in the genre on mobile platforms.