Inazuma Eleven

 DS
  • Publisher: Nintendo
  • Release Date: 08/22/2008 (Japan)
  • Also On: 3DS
Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
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  1. Official Nintendo Magazine UK
    Aug 25, 2011
    89
    It's nothing short of an ingenious set-up and, while there's the odd glitch, in general matches are fast-paced and exciting.
  2. Cubed3
    Aug 12, 2012
    80
    Be sure to check out Inazuma Eleven and hope that it sells well enough to get the superior sequel also localised.
  3. Games Master UK
    Sep 25, 2011
    80
    Even if football doesn't appeal, there's still a solid RPG experience to be had. [Nov 2011, p.95]
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  5. Nintendo Life
    Aug 26, 2011
    80
    It may not have the size or depth that other more comprehensive RPGs possess (including Level 5's very own Dragon Quest IX) but Inazuma Eleven is a refreshing take on the genre that proves compelling despite its little foibles.
  6. N-Europe
    Aug 25, 2011
    80
    A great football game, a great RPG and a wonderful mix. If you like football or RPGs its for you. If you like both, and maybe even anime, then it is a must buy.
  7. IGN UK
    Aug 25, 2011
    75
    A lively, imaginative and fun RPG, with a football element charmingly blended in. And while some may wince at the unbearably chipper voice acting, there is considerable depth and human drama hidden behind its boyish enthusiasm.
  8. Nintendo Gamer
    Aug 25, 2011
    71
    The game's a solid and fun addition to the DS's heaving RPG roster, although it never quite sparks into life like you hope it will and feels a bit young at times.
  9. Pocket Gamer UK
    Sep 7, 2011
    70
    Inazuma Eleven is an intriguing blend of RPG and soccer that works on so many levels, though the occasional scripted match leaves us crying in the stands.
  10. Metro GameCentral
    Aug 28, 2011
    70
    A football sim and role-playing game may be one of the oddest genre mix-ups ever attempted but this shoots and scores with surprising accuracy.
  11. Eurogamer
    Aug 25, 2011
    70
    The story, for all its daftness, is a charming one that pulls you in, and this being Level-5 the characters are superbly drawn and animated.
  12. GameSpot
    Sep 2, 2011
    60
    Inazuma Eleven is a charming RPG with a lot going on, but it doesn't offer a great game of football.

Awards & Rankings

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#41 Best DS Game of 2008
23
#23 Most Discussed DS Game of 2008
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#55 Most Shared DS Game of 2008

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 42 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 42
  3. Negative: 4 out of 42
  1. Sr_PuXiToPuiG
    Jan 3, 2021
    7
    Piola. . .
  2. Coramcrash
    Jul 2, 2017
    9
    il primo capitolo di una saga formidabile.
    ha dato spunto ad un cartone animato di pregevolissima fattura innovando in maniera formidabile i    il primo capitolo di una saga formidabile.
    ha dato spunto ad un cartone animato di pregevolissima fattura innovando in maniera formidabile i cartoni calcistici.
    Gioco quasi rivoluzionario su ds, con alcune pecche poi migliorate su inazuma eleven 2 voto 94/100.    … Full Review »
  3. D484
    May 20, 2017
    8
    Un gran juego de fútbol con elementos de RPG. Me encanta es impresionante y muy adictivo. Es un gran digno juego de la serie animada. Le pongoUn gran juego de fútbol con elementos de RPG. Me encanta es impresionante y muy adictivo. Es un gran digno juego de la serie animada. Le pongo un 84/100… Full Review »
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