Pixel Cup Soccer: Ultimate Edition

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Pixel Cup Soccer: Ultimate Edition is a casual retro style soccer game, a great evolution from the previous edition. It's dynamic, arcade, with a fast paced gameplay, with just the fun part of soccer! The game has pixel art graphics with the retro style of the games from the 90’s, evoking nostalgia!

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

Reviews

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 224 reviews

gameplay19 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

Pixel Cup Soccer - Ultimate Edition captures the essence of arcade soccer with fun, fast-paced gameplay and charming pixel art graphics.
The game offers a variety of modes, including a detailed career mode that allows for team customization and player development, making it engaging for both casual and dedicated players.
The developers are responsive to community feedback and regularly update the game, enhancing the overall experience and addressing player concerns.

The AI can be frustratingly inconsistent, with teammates often failing to position themselves effectively or making poor decisions during matches.
Controls can feel clunky and unresponsive at times, particularly with the reliance on a single button for multiple actions, leading to confusion during gameplay.
Technical issues, such as freezing on launch and problems with controller support, have been reported, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.

gameplay
56 mentions
34 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its fun, arcade-style mechanics and addictive nature, while others criticize the AI and basic controls as lacking depth and polish. Many users noted that the game requires time to adjust to its unique mechanics, which can lead to a more enjoyable experience once mastered. Overall, while there are elements of creativity and potential, significant issues with gameplay consistency and AI performance detract from the overall experience.
- “Very fun to play, arcade but the mechanics are excellent; you will not find anything like that in indie games.”
- “Fantastic and addicting gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is fantastic, and if I'm ever bored and have nothing to do, this game will make the boredom go away in a flash.”
- “The controls are bare bones, not explained thoroughly, as are the rest of the mechanics of the game.”
- “After more than 30 hours of gameplay, I can confidently say that the AI of this game, on both sides of the ball, is awful.”
- “For all the slick presentation, when you can't even get basic game mechanics to work correctly, this is a big problem.”
graphics
22 mentions
45 % positive mentions
41 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by vibrant retro pixel art that evokes nostalgia while effectively complementing the fun and goofy gameplay. Reviewers praise the art style as fantastic and stunning for a 2D game, noting that it enhances the overall experience despite not being high-end or realistic. While some mention that the pixel graphics could be cleaner, the general consensus is that they contribute positively to the game's charm and atmosphere.
- “The pixel graphics remind you of a simpler time, and they really pop vibrantly due to the bright colors.”
- “The graphics are stunning for a 2D game.”
- “And all of it is presented in excellent, retro-style pixel graphics.”
- “Between the retro graphics and the deliberately goofy physics, Pixel Cup Soccer is not a 'realistic' football sim.”
- “Old style, simple gameplay, simple graphics.”
- “Pixel graphics are retro (which I normally like), but they could be cleaner.”
humor
15 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mix of amusing challenges and quirky scenarios, such as aliens abducting players, which initially entertain but may lose their novelty over time. Players appreciate the funny voiceovers and the lighthearted tone of the career mode, although some find the constant interruptions from annoying characters frustrating. Overall, the game is praised for its humorous approach, especially in its arcade-style gameplay and pixel art aesthetics.
- “Career mode is well done and really interesting, coming with funny challenges.”
- “Incredible controls, a fun story mode filled with humor, a massive selection of teams and formations, great progression and it's a roaring couch co-op party game.”
- “The silly things happening to the team (aliens abducting players?) in career mode are funny.”
music
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the nostalgic retro feel and memorable menu themes, others find the overall soundtrack uninspiring and repetitive. Suggestions for improvement include adding more diverse tracks to better showcase the game's enhancements.
- “I love the graphics, music, atmosphere, and general frantic pace of this game.”
- “The menu music and the vocal presentation of the game title at the beginning are legendary. Coin-op school.”
- “I also wanted to say, I love the retro feel of the game and the music.”
- “The soundtrack is boring as hell too.”
- “If you mute the music and play the NES World Cup soundtrack in the background, it's almost like you are playing the original.”
- “Maybe more music and new audio could have helped show off the improvements made from the previous version as well.”
grinding
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly in career mode, where skill leveling and team management feel unintuitive. The skill "tree" is criticized for its simplistic design, making the process of unlocking abilities more of a chore than an engaging experience.
- “Updating the skill level of the players is very tedious.”
- “I was initially excited about the game having a career mode, but it's overly repetitive and involves a lot of grinding to get your players up to a decent level.”
- “The skill 'tree,' which is not really a tree but just a matrix of cards to unlock, is simplistic and unfortunately feels more like a tedious task than an enjoyable feature.”
story
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The story mode is praised for its humor and engaging narrative, featuring unique scenarios like a team dealing with the aftermath of a night out, which adds character and depth. Players appreciate the inclusion of cutscenes and a fun, lighthearted approach that sets it apart from traditional sports games. Overall, it enhances the experience, making it a standout feature in the game.
- “Story mode with cutscenes and lots of character.”
- “My lead player got a job at a nightclub... and now the whole team is hungover and tired from staying out too late. I don't recall that storyline in a FIFA game.”
- “Incredible controls, a fun story mode filled with humor, a massive selection of teams and formations, great progression, and it's a roaring couch co-op party game.”
- “The story mode features cutscenes, but it lacks depth and character development.”
- “My lead player got a job at a nightclub, and now the whole team is hungover and tired from staying out too late. I don't recall that storyline in a FIFA game.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and fails to engage the player emotionally.”
stability
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The game has significant stability issues, with users reporting that it fails to launch after the initial start, often freezing on a grey screen and requiring a computer restart. While it performs well on the Steam Deck, the overall experience is marred by these technical problems.
- “I want to love this game, but after its first launch, the game simply will not launch again. It freezes on a grey screen, and I have to restart my computer because Task Manager doesn't recognize it as open.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy any extended play sessions.”
- “I've experienced multiple stability issues, including random crashes and long loading times that ruin the overall experience.”
atmosphere
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a unique blend of excitement and intensity, reminiscent of a fast-paced soccer match, enhanced by impressive graphics and engaging music. Players appreciate how these elements come together to create a thrilling experience.
- “It’s got an atmosphere of its own, along with the thrills and spills of a frantically paced soccer match.”
- “I love the graphics, music, atmosphere, and the general frantic pace of this game.”
replayability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Users find the game's replayability lacking, as it does not offer a casual experience or varied gameplay options that would encourage repeated play, especially when compared to alternatives like FIFA.
- “Both of these are not fixed no matter what difficulty or speed I'm playing on. I wanted a casual soccer game with no real players to add to the replayability as an alternative to FIFA; this is definitely not it.”
optimization
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-300 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for improved optimization in the game, specifically calling for the addition of performance statistics for players and a transfer season feature to enhance gameplay and player engagement.
- “I would love to see some additions made to the game, namely game, season, and career performance stats for players. A transfer season would be very cool and provide a way to introduce new players.”
- “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “I often experience long loading times, which disrupts the flow of the game and makes it frustrating to play.”
- “The lack of optimization for lower-end systems means that many players are unable to enjoy the game at all.”
character development
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The character development is noted for its appealing and dynamic designs, contributing to an engaging visual experience.
- “The character designs are pretty cute and dynamic.”