Captain Tsubasa J on SNES is basically anime soccer cranked up to 11—over-the-top sliding tackles, impossible bicycle kicks, and those ridiculous super shots that look like they’d break the net. You start off picking your team (Japan, obviously) and jumping straight into matches where every possession feels like a back-and-forth battle.

The controls take a second to click—hold the button longer for stronger passes, time your shots right—but once you get the hang of it, pulling off a last-minute Tsubasa Drive Shot to win feels amazing. The AI isn’t shy about spamming special moves either, so you’ll be sweating during those tight matches against Germany or Brazil.

It’s got that classic 16-bit charm with chunky sprites and exaggerated animations, plus the soundtrack pumps you up right from the menu screen. Just don’t expect FIFA-level realism—this is pure arcade soccer with a side of shonen anime drama. If you ever dreamed of scoring with a flaming dragon shot, this is your game.