Kick Off

KICK OFF is an accurate soccer simulation with a full size multidirectional scroll pitch and the markings, goals, etc. in correct proportions. Both teams play the game strictly according to tactics decided at the start of the game.

Kick Off, like real soccer, requires skills in ball control. There is an option to learn these skills without being harassed by the opposition. The set pieces like corner kicks (choice of 9), passing, sliding tackles, dribbling can be practiced to perfection.

Each player on the pitch has a unique combination of 4 attributes, namely Pace, Stamina, Accuracy and Aggression. An International striker has greater accuracy and acceleration than a Youth level striker. The latter may have more aggression. As you progress through the skill levels, you will need to adapt to different types of players.

The facility to set the skill levels of both teams independently greatly adds to the lasting enjoyment of the game. For a really tough game, you can select a Sunday side for yourself and play against an International side. Playing against a friend, the levels can be set to suit the individual skill and experience.

You can play in a league consisting of 8 teams. The teams in the league are on the whole evenly matched but have different styles of play with players attributes to match that style. The league last 14 weeks and there is a Load/Save facility. You can play against the computer or against a friend. Fouling is penalised by a yellow card and persistent fouling will mean sending off.

There are different referees in the game with varying experience and leniency factor.

# 2024-05-01 07:20:56 - official description

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Addons:
Kick Off: Extra Time

teran01 # 2017-11-10 11:36:03

has influenced
Natural Soccer (Linux)

prequel of
Kick Off 2 (Amiga)

version of
Kick Off (Amstrad CPC)
Kick Off (C64)
Kick Off (Atari 400/800)
Kick Off (Atari ST)
Kick Off (ZX Spectrum)