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Review of Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions on PS4

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Aug 2020
Cover image of Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions on PS4
Gamefings Score: 7.5
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 28 Aug 2020
Genre: Sports
Developer: Tamsoft
Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Introduction

Kicking off in a world where soccer plays out like an anime film and heroes are like magical sprites that can fly if they just believe hard enough, Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions throws players into the vibrant universe of soccer where the stakes aren't just goals, but also dreams, friendships, and over-the-top special moves that could rival your favorite superhero's abilities. Welcome to a world where the only thing that matters is that *you* kick the ball while looking fabulous.

Gameplay

Get ready for an experience that's more exciting than an overtime penalty shootout! The game offers a robust single-player mode split into two: the 'Episode Tsubasa' for the nostalgia-loving veterans who want the classic Tsubasa storyline, and 'Episode New Hero' where you get to create your own soccer prodigy. Because who wouldn't want to play as a player named 'Messi Tsubasa' (I mean, it's a classic name)? You'll choose from several renowned schools to represent, including Nankatsu Middle School, which sounds like the place where everyone has a secret power-up hidden in their shin guards. With swift controls, flashy special moves, and the ability to unleash your inner anime character, each match feels like a showdown from an epic showdown between Dragon Ball Z characters. Get your game face on because you're about to shoot the ball into the stratosphere-and possibly hit the moon in the process! The mechanics are smooth, but watch out for the learning curve, it's about as steep as Tsubasa's friend's signature shot!

Graphics

Visually, the game is like a colorful fiesta of animated magic. The characters bounce across the field with exaggerated motions, as if they just drank five cans of Red Bull before stepping onto the pitch! The environments are incredibly detailed-one might confuse them for a beautiful art gallery. Corners of the stadiums sparkle and shine with life, making the grassy pastures of your local soccer pitch look like a sad patch of mud. The cutscenes practically invite you to grab popcorn and sit back as you marvel at the over-the-top animations that make you wonder if you accidentally tuned into a shonen anime rather than a soccer game. It's a visual treat for fiends of both football and anime alike!

Conclusion

In the grand game of life, Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions might not score a world-class goal but it definitely checks off plenty of boxes for those who live and breathe soccer and anime-ultimately appealing to fans ready for a wild ride on the pitch. While the game shines brightly with its engaging gameplay and dazzling graphics, don't expect it to completely dethrone giants like FIFA or PES; it's like enjoying a slice of pizza while the full course meal is still being prepared. So, if you fancy dodging defenders with the flair only a true anime hero possesses, lace up those boots and jump into the game. Just be prepared: you might end up shouting victory cries that embarrass even your dog!

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