Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions Reviews
Bandai Namco has always been known for their anime games but this is the first time I have ever played let alone heard of them publishing a sports anime videogame and while Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions may not be perfect it is probably a great stepping stone for them to do more sports anime videogames. Bandai Namco and developer Tamsoft actually makes me wish for them to eventually create a Haikyuu!! or even Kuroko no Basket video game which I’m sure I will love and even more so if they ever do a Slam Dunk video game.
Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions may seem like a niche title but it's sure to appeal to anyone who enjoys arcade sports games, especially ones with a steep degree of difficulty. Its flashy, challenging, and intense matches truly hit a home run. Oops, wrong sport.
Regardless of whether or not you're familiar with Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions, if you're looking for a breezy arcade-style soccer game that relies heavily on its anime influence and has some strong mechanics, this game is worth a look.
Captain Tsubasa can be fun when you grab some of your mates for an all-out brawl on the pitch if the scoring mechanic wasn't so dumb. It takes away all of the tension of a match. Skip this one unless you're really keen to experience the so-so campaign for yourself.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions, despite not shining for stubbornness and technical sector, turns out to be very fun and engaging even for those who have never heard of Captain Tsubasa; for those who spent their childhood with him, they will find in the title an excellent pastime that will allow them to dive lightly into their memories and experience them from another perspective. If you are looking for hyper-realism, go elsewhere, here you will find goalkeepers flying into goal, smashed and deformed balls, flying twins and many other techniques that make Ronaldo and Messi look like beginners when compared to Japanese fourteen year olds. And all of this is very beautiful.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Despite the many technical problems, the game works very well: it’s fun to play, exciting and sometimes quite challenging and allows you to play really intense games, both offline and online.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Overall, Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions is a great game for those who are fans of anime and those looking for a game with flashy skills to enhance the player's experience . On the other hand in terms of game mechanics we can see several gaps, where one of the is related with the robotic movements of the players on the field. If you are looking for an arcade football game it is possibly one of the most interesting and captivating on the market, but it should be noted that it presents a very different premise than games like FIFA or PES, more focused on the technical and simulation aspect of this sport.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions is a faithful adaptation of the famous manga characters and when not possessed by outbursts of problematic reactions from the players or bugs, it is a good and definitely beautiful arcade football game.
Review in Greek | Read full review
A great mix of action, storytelling, and wonderful art, Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions is an awesome arcade football game that truly deserves the world’s stage.
You might be pleasantly surprised by Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions!
Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions is the anime FIFA I never knew I wanted but now can’t live without.
It's a great option for players who want to enter Tsubasa's world. It may not satisfy more serious football fans, but gamers looking for a nice arcade football game definitely give it a try.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions’ secret to success is that it puts the spotlight on its beloved characters and their unique abilities to tell a great sports story. No matter how ridiculous or unbelievable they are, it works as long as it entertains and inspires their audience.
A fantastic arcade experience which may be weighed down with its anime history if you aren’t interested in the source material
Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions delivers enjoyable soccer-arcade-fun for everyone who loves the anime. Flashbacks guaranteed!
Review in German | Read full review
As far as anime games go, Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions definitely delivers a great sense of style. While there are some shortcomings, it makes up for them with epic gameplay moments and fun arcade football. Even if it might be too over-the-top for fans of games like FIFA, it will likely be a fun time for fans of the franchise.
Captain Tsubasa does not go out of its way to be more than a game for the fans of the manga. As a fan myself, I enjoyed reliving Oozora Tsubasa's middle school journey and the world cup, but I found the gameplay to be too superficial.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
For lovers of the anime, Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions is a dream come true, despite the technical problems it has. However, it can cause frustration in anyone looking for a more traditional soccer experience. If you see the gameplay present in this title as a choice, it is certainly a game that will be worthwhile.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions is a Yōichi Takahashi's fan dream. It's an homage to the series and a great arcade game.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Adapted anime titles are generally dangerous and risky products; Games that are made with a limited budget and ultimately not very popular. But I am happy to say that Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions is not such a game. This title proves that if an Oriental adaptation is taken seriously enough, it can exceed expectations and become a memorable title. If you miss the fiery and destructive shots of the "footballers" players, I suggest you start now and start your journey to become the number one in the world of "Subasa" football!
Review in Persian | Read full review