GOALS Review Summary
Last updated: 2026-06-05
- Game is enjoyable and promising
- Innovative player development system
- Solid gameplay mechanics and controls
- Frequent installation and launch failures
- Poor defensive gameplay and AI
- Pay-to-win mechanics are present
Emotions
Archetypes
Hardware
Windows <8GB VRAMpositiveWindows 12-15GB VRAMnegative
- Sample precision
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- Helpful reviews
- 85%
- Unhelpful reviews
- 15%
- Protest reviews
- 1%
- 1%Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
- 99%Helpful reviews with negative sentiment
- Positive points
- 57
- Negative points
- 496
- Gameplay points
- 60
- Perf. points
- 26
- Rec. points
- 50
- Misc points
- 1
| Point | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
Promising concept and potential
| The game has many good ideas and an interesting concept that shows great potential. After fixes it becomes decent, and overall it is promising for the future. | 15% |
Player uniqueness and progression
| The game features a unique player system where each player is distinct and has potential for growth. Player aging forces roster renewal, card progression is liked, and randomized stats with leveling add depth. | 14% |
Graphics and visual appeal
| Graphics are generally decent and stylish, reminiscent of Valorant for some. UI and art style are appreciated, and the overall look is cool. | 12% |
Controls and mechanics
| Controls are precise and responsive, satisfying for competitive players. Passing is great, shooting is fine, and set pieces are good, contributing to solid gameplay. | 11% |
Performance and optimization
| The game runs well with low system requirements, great performance, no lags or bugs, and snappy menus. It is well optimized and runs relatively smoothly. | 9% |
Enjoyable scoring and moves
| Scoring goals provides a dopamine boost and feels cool, especially early on. Executing technical moves is fun and adds to the enjoyment. | 9% |
Free to play model
| The game is completely free to play, which is a major advantage. This removes financial barriers and increases accessibility. | 7% |
Atmosphere and presentation
| Stadium atmosphere is appreciated, with music and crowd effects behind the goal adding immersion. Smoke bombs in the stands also enhance visual appeal. | 7% |
Alternative to EA games
| Players appreciate the game as a competitor to FIFA and EA's predatory titles. It is seen as a better alternative than giving money to EA. | 7% |
Online experience and modes
| The online connection experience is good, and ranked/tournament modes are well received. Future plans include more than just 1v1, which is promising. | 7% |
Mixed feelings on gameplay
| Some feedback notes that gameplay feel (controlling players) was average and music was mediocre, indicating areas for improvement. | 5% |
No scripting for balance
| The game lacks scripting that would benefit less skilled players, which is seen positively by competitive players as it rewards skill. | 3% |