Summary
- Release Year: 2000
- Genres: Sport
- Platforms: Nintendo 64
- Developers: Silicon Dreams Studios
- Publishers: SouthPeak Interactive, THQ
Michael Owen’s WLS 2000: World League Soccer
Michael Owen’s WLS 2000: World League Soccer is a soccer game for the Nintendo 64, developed by Gremlin Interactive and published by Ubisoft. It was released in 2000 and is the sequel to Michael Owen’s World League Soccer 99.
The game features over 200 teams from various countries, including all of the major European leagues. Players can choose to play in a variety of modes, including exhibition matches, tournaments, and a career mode.
Gameplay
Michael Owen’s WLS 2000 is a traditional soccer game, played from a third-person perspective. Players control a team of 11 players and must try to score goals against their opponents. The game features a variety of different controls, including passing, shooting, and tackling.
One of the unique features of Michael Owen’s WLS 2000 is its “Total Control” system. This system gives players complete control over their players, allowing them to perform a variety of different moves, such as dribbling, feinting, and shooting.
The game also features a variety of different camera angles, allowing players to choose the best view of the action.
Modes
Michael Owen’s WLS 2000 features a variety of different modes, including:
- Exhibition Matches: In this mode, players can choose to play a one-off match between two teams.
- Tournaments: In this mode, players can compete in a tournament against a number of different teams.
- Career Mode: In this mode, players can create their own player and take them through a career in soccer.
Reception
Michael Owen’s WLS 2000 received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game’s graphics and gameplay, while others criticized its lack of innovation and repetitive gameplay.
The game was a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Michael Owen’s WLS 2000 is remembered as one of the best soccer games of its generation. It was one of the first games to feature the “Total Control” system, which gave players complete control over their players. The game also featured a variety of different modes, including a career mode, which was a new feature for soccer games at the time.
Michael Owen’s WLS 2000 is still played by fans today and is considered to be a classic soccer game.
Conclusion
Michael Owen’s WLS 2000 is a fun and challenging soccer game for the Nintendo 64. With over 200 teams to choose from, you’re sure to find your favorite. The game’s “Total Control” system gives players complete control over their players, and the variety of different modes keeps the game fresh.
If you’re a fan of soccer games, then you should definitely check out Michael Owen’s WLS 2000. It’s a classic game that still holds up today.
Review Score
7.5/10
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