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"RealSports Soccer" is a soccer simulation video game that was released for the Atari 2600/VCS console. Developed and published by Atari, Inc., it became part of Atari's RealSports series which aimed to provide more realistic sports games during the early 1980s. In "RealSports Soccer," players engage in the global sport of soccer, controlling a team of field players plus a goalkeeper, with the goal of scoring against the opposing team's net. Unlike its simplistic predecessor "Pele's Soccer," this game offered enhanced graphics and gameplay mechanics, including horizontal scrolling that allowed more dynamic movement across a larger field.

The game supports both single-player and multiplayer modes, featuring two teams distinguished by color. Players can pass, shoot, and dribble the ball across the field, employing basic strategies to outmaneuver opponents. A novel feature for its time was the inclusion of goalkeepers that could be controlled automatically or manually, adding a strategic layer not prevalent in other Atari 2600 soccer games. "RealSports Soccer" stood out during its release for trying to replicate a more realistic soccer experience on a platform with limited technical capabilities, making it a notable entry in the history of sports video games on the Atari 2600.

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