Sega Soccer Slam

 Xbox
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 15
  3. Negative: 1 out of 15
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  1. GameSpy
    91
    Shrinks the field, boosts the action and scoring, and its multiplay makes for a party that's even more fun than passing around pitchers in a sports bar at seven in the morning.
  2. GamePro
    90
    Even punters of the GameCube version will find a host of new options in this Xbox incarnation—most notably extra players and multiplayer games.
  3. GameSpot
    88
    Xbox owners interested in a fast-paced, funny sports game with plenty of personality and deceptively deep gameplay shouldn't think twice about picking up Soccer Slam.
  5. GamerWeb Xbox
    85
    Because of its simplicity, it doesn't take much sports knowledge to pick up and play, and that's a major reason why I loved it.
  6. IGN
    83
    Soccer Slam is fast and it arrives with enough personality to even appeal to all you jaded Americans who still think soccer is for moms and your little brother.
  7. Game Revolution
    83
    Ain't half bad. Soccer Slam scores a goal for anyone looking for some lighthearted action
  8. Gaming Age
    83
    At first glance, it appears to be a shallow, silly game with lots of action and eye candy. But it's also a relatively complex sports game requiring just the right mix of skill and reflexes.
  9. Eurogamer
    80
    Better than Midway’s "RedCard," and more violent than the average ice hockey game, Sega Soccer Slam is pure arcade fun, albeit not very long-lived.
  10. TotalGames.net
    80
    A refreshing change from FIFA et al. It is easy to get into but addictive enough to keep you coming back for more.
  11. Yahoo!
    80
    Although it could use a tad more variety regarding game options, it's a brilliant start to the franchise and one of Xbox's best single-machine multiplayer games.
  12. Play Magazine
    80
    THe matches are totally chaotic and a little bit out of control, but the game is an absolute blast to play, far more like an arcade game than most modern sports titles. [Sept 2002, p.73]
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  13. Official Xbox Magazine
    79
    The look of the game is quite stylized, and it works very well, while learning the controls takes little time. [Oct 2002, p.108]
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  14. GameZone
    76
    Its only real problem is the fact that it isn't a whole lot different from "NHL Hitz."
  15. Game Informer
    73
    Abysmal AI for the goalies. [Sept 2002, p.88]
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  16. Xbox Nation Magazine
    20
    The world's videogame players require this monstrosity like they need an extra hemorrhoid, a tattoo of child actor Emmanuel Lewis on their buttocks, and the director's cut of "The Adventures of Ford Fairlaine." [Fall 2002, p.119]
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Awards & Rankings

38
#38 Best Xbox Game of 2002
66
#66 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2002
26
#26 Most Shared Xbox Game of 2002

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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 9 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 9
  3. Negative: 1 out of 9
  1. MegWhiteley
    Mar 6, 2012
    10
    One of my favorite titles ever, the gameplay is really funny, I don't be a fan of the soccer games but this title is incredible, the crazyOne of my favorite titles ever, the gameplay is really funny, I don't be a fan of the soccer games but this title is incredible, the crazy characters wow, all be amazing in this game. SEGA Soccer Slam is a great classic.… Full Review »
  2. Jonnyblond77
    Dec 18, 2019
    10
    It’s 2019 and this game is still amazing after all these years. Even the graphics hold up and haven’t aged bad at all. The gameplay is stillIt’s 2019 and this game is still amazing after all these years. Even the graphics hold up and haven’t aged bad at all. The gameplay is still smooth as ever and still is such a blast to play. This truly deserves a remaster. I can understand most time licensing gets in the way of bringing back these older sports games but this just has no name teams and stadiums. To this day if I’m having some beers with some friends. We always play this game just because it’s pick up and play easy fun and such a riot. If your looking for a real soccer experience then stay far far away..this game is all out mayhem and kick butt. If you can find a copy of this game then do yourself a favor and buy it. You will not regret it.… Full Review »
  3. Jim
    Aug 9, 2007
    9
    The best sports game on xbox, but hard to get your hands on it these days. If you can find it get it. (works on 360 also).
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