NASL Soccer is a 1980 Intellivision two-player game based on the North American Soccer League (1968–1984). Mattel released an Atari 2600 version of the game under its M Network label as International Soccer in 1982.
Reception
Video magazine’s “1982 Guide to Electronic Games” found the game gameplay and implementation (its three-quarter perspective and scrolling playfield) “fascinating even to those who don’t care for the real sport”. NASL Soccer won the 1981 Arcade Awards (1980) for Best Sport Game.
Gamer24h Editor's Take
NASL Soccer has made quite a name for itself in the gaming world, captivating us with its distinctive atmosphere and compelling gameplay dynamics. Thanks to APh Technological Consulting's meticulous craftsmanship and Mattel Electronics's strong presentation, the high production quality is evident in every moment of the game. Masterfully blending Sports (soccer) mechanics with modern standards, the game's fluid gameplay makes hours fly by unnoticed. In short, an outstanding and immersive gaming experience awaits genre fans — we highly recommend giving it a shot!