Atari 2600

Championship Soccer

In this soccer game, each team has one forward, two backs and a goalie. The forward and backs always run in formation. You only control the goalie when he has the ball, otherwise he is computer controlled. The game is played in 2 halves with the object to score as many goals as you can in the time allowed. The allowed time varies by game setting

Genre: Sports/Soccer
Year: 1980
Developer: Atari, Inc.
Publisher: Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Players: 2

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P2P Netplay available on compatible cores

Achievements

11 achievements · 79 total points

Which of Them Is Pele? Score a goal - this set requires playing on Game 28 or above
2 pts
Stay in Formation, I Will Lead to Victory Win a match against the computer.
5 pts
Am I Playing Against Bayern Munich? Win a match in Game 54
25 pts
Four on the Net Win a match while scoring four or more goals in Game 41
10 pts
Most Dangerous Result in Soccer Win a match while scoring two goals or more without conceding goals
5 pts
Wide Margin Win a match with the large goal size
3 pts
Flip-Flop Goalposts Win a match with the small goal size
3 pts
Ferryboat Burst Win a match with slow speed: Games 28-36
3 pts
He's Got Wheels Win a match with fast speed: Games 46-54
3 pts
Persistent Attack Score two goals in 30 seconds
10 pts
Kaio Jorge 12" Score a goal in the first twelve seconds of the first half
10 pts

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Championship Soccer frequently asked questions

How do I play Championship Soccer online with a friend?

Championship Soccer (Atari 2600) can be played online with friends using Etera's P2P netplay. Create a room in the launcher and invite your friend, who joins through the invite. Step by step:

Download the Etera launcher for Windows or Linux and create your account.
Ask your friend to do the same and add them to your friends list.
Pick the game in the library and create a netplay room.
Invite your friend: they accept the invite and join the room.
The launcher keeps dependencies on the same version for both players, avoiding desync.

How do I play Championship Soccer on PC?

Download the Etera launcher (Windows or Linux), find Championship Soccer in the Atari 2600 library and click to download. The launcher handles the emulator and setup for you.

Does Championship Soccer netplay lag?

Etera uses a direct P2P connection between players, which usually means low latency. Results depend on each player's internet quality.

Does Championship Soccer have achievements?

Yes, Championship Soccer has 11 achievements worth 79 points. Achievements are counted and saved to your history and the leaderboard for subscribers and during the trial period.

Can I play Championship Soccer for free?

Yes. Every account gets a 5-day trial with premium features. After that, the free plan allows 3 new games per day and 1 netplay session per day. Premium raises those limits.

Play Championship Soccer on Etera

Download the launcher for Windows or Linux, find this game in the library and play solo or with friends.