Tony Meola's Sidekick Soccer
Tony Meola's Sidekick Soccer is a soccer simulation game published by Electro Brain for the SNES, released in 1993, and it features the American soccer goalkeeper Tony Meola. You control a team, playing a full game of soccer with a top-down perspective, with a focus on passing, dribbling, shooting, and defense, using a control scheme that emphasizes strategy and timing.
The gameplay involves using the D-pad and buttons to move your players, pass, shoot, and tackle, with a variety of offensive and defensive strategies to employ. A unique feature is the "Meola" license – the game features Tony Meola on the cover and in the game, and his presence adds a layer of authenticity and appeal to the game, and the game emphasizes goalkeeping and defensive skills. The game includes a tournament mode where you compete for the championship, and a two-player mode for head-to-head competition.
The graphics are colorful and detailed, with a top-down view of the pitch and well-rendered player sprites, and the animations are smooth and responsive. The music is upbeat and energetic, with a sports-style theme and catchy tunes. Critics praised the Meola license and the solid soccer gameplay, making it a good soccer game for the SNES. It supports two players. Tony Meola's Sidekick Soccer is a fun and engaging soccer game that offers a great sporting experience.