International Superstar Soccer brings Konami's football franchise to GBA. National teams, technical gameplay and commentary. A solid adaptation, more accessible than deeper console entries.
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Category
Sports1 player3+
Description
International Superstar Soccer football simulation on GBA.
International Superstar Soccer review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
3/5
Music
★★★★★
"Memorable"
1/5
Story
★★★★★
"Anecdotal"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"From the very first minutes"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Average"
Technical info
💾0,01 GB📅22/06/2001
Published by Konami
International Superstar Soccer (GBA) price, value & rarity
Complete: box, manual and disc/cart very clean. Lightly handled.
Q1 damagedQ6 completeQ10 new
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Collector interest
A portable spin-off of Konami's ISS line, this GBA entry sits well below the console games that defined the franchise. Demand comes mostly from PAL completionists chasing arcade football of the early 2000s rather than from any standout feature. With no territorial exclusivity or special edition to set it apart, it remains a niche pickup for Konami soccer fans instead of a sought-after part of the GBA library.
Is International Superstar Soccer still worth playing in 2026?
A GBA adaptation of Konami's celebrated football series, International Superstar Soccer bets on snappy, accessible arcade play, faithful to the spirit that built the franchise's reputation on consoles. The direct handling, the steady pace and the pitch readability offer an immediate pleasure, despite the lack of official licences and a limited tactical depth. The whole stays enjoyable in short sessions or local multiplayer. For a fan of retro arcade football or someone nostalgic for the ISS series, the title keeps a direct, convivial effectiveness.
