GOALS game: What we know about the latest footballing game

• GOALS is a brand new football game that has been confirmed to be in development
• GOALS promises a thrilling game that will challenge the football gaming market which has been dominated for many years by eFootball and EA Sports FC
• The game will be free-to-play and could be released latest next year

Discover all there is to know about GOALS game, the latest footballing game which is looking to transform the gaming market.

To start with, GOALS is a brand new football game that has been confirmed to be in development. It is the brainchild of ex Counter Strike World Champion Andreas Thorstensson who is the founder of Stockholm-based remote-first AAA studio.

Even though the release date is still unknown, GOALS promises a thrilling game that will challenge the football gaming market which has been dominated for many years by eFootball, formerly Pro Evolution Soccer (PES), and EA Sports FC, previously FIFA series.

GOALS will compete with eFootball and EA Sports FC in football’s gaming market. Photo/ Dexerto.

A quick look into the cinematic trailers available on YouTube gives fans hope that the game will be enjoyable to play. With an original structure and unique gaming system, this game could upset the pioneers of virtual football and take away a huge number of their loyal fans.

One thing that makes GOALS game stand out and attract the attention of many is that it will be free-to-play upon release. This idea has gotten the gaming community excited since EA, the publishers of EA Sports FC, have been under fire for their reliance on micro-transactions in order to earn more from gamers. eFootball recently made the switch to free-to-play but still has plenty of opportunities for micro-transactions.

When Will GOALS Game Be Released?

As already mentioned, we don’t know the exact date when GOALS will be released as there is no confirmed date. The first announcement of the game was made on GOALS YouTube channel on 14 December 2021.

After much speculations among gamers, a release window was given on GOALS X account at the start of last year. The post stated that the game is in pre-alpha stage with hopes of a full release in the next two years.

Well, this means that GOALS game could be in the markets the same time as the second installment of the EA Sports FC franchise, which will be FC 25.

What Are The Game Modes In GOALS?

Below are the game modes that we know will be included in GOALS:

• 1v1 – Just like many other football games, there will be a 1v1 showdown in GOALS.
• Goals Go – This will be a 5v5 clash with penalties as decider if the match ends draw.
• The Arena – The Arena will allow testing player avatars and features
• Free for All – Freer for All is a multiplayer mode which will see players score as many goals as they can.

Also, GOALS game will have a market similar to the one available in Ultimate Team but will be slightly difference in that all the items will be owned by the player.

“Every asset will be fully owned by the player and can be traded freely on an open marketplace. The choice will be easy when comparing GOALS to other football games: experience better gameplay and get rewarded for your time. Play-AND-earn.” GOALS official website reported, as per RealSport101.

GOALS will have several game modes. Photo/ playgoals.com.

What Platforms Will GOALS Be On?

GOALS will feature cross-platform play and will be available in the following platforms:

• Microsoft Windows
• MacOS
•  PlayStation 4
•  PlayStation 5
• Xbox One
• Xbox Series X and Series S

Is GOALS Esports Ready?

Yes, GOALS is esports ready. Since being founded in 2021, the Stockholm-based remote-first AAA studio has been working to ensure the game releases soon and is esports ready. GOALS is looking forward to take over the competitive esports scene and already held their first esports tournament this month. The inaugural GOALS Community Cup had a substantial prize pool of €2500.

Conclusion

GOALS is not only one of the new kids in the gaming world that aims to compete with the powerhouses but a game that wants to give football the game it deserves. With its free-to-play model, the game is going to be a hit as soon as it gets launched.