First International Superstar Soccer from Konami on PS2. Fast and accessible arcade football gameplay is the highlight. Less realistic than Pro Evolution Soccer but accessible and fun. A solid franchise entry for football fans seeking arcade football on PS2.
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Sports4 players3+
Description
The first Pro Evolution Soccer published in Europe under the "International Superstar Soccer" name, released in 2000-2001 by Konami. A shot and pass system inherited from the N64 ISS games, unlicensed but recognizable players, in an accessible simulation formula. A direct rival to EA's FIFA.
International Superstar Soccer review
3/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Polished"
3/5
Music
★★★★★
"Memorable"
1/5
Story
★★★★★
"Anecdotal"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"From the very first minutes"
Addictiveness
"Captivating"
Difficulty
"Easy"
Lifespan
"Long"
Technical info
💾0,57 GB📅23/03/2001
Published by Konami
International Superstar Soccer (PS2) price, value & rarity
Complete: box, manual and disc/cart very clean. Lightly handled.
Q1 damagedQ6 completeQ10 new
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Is International Superstar Soccer still worth playing in 2026?
A Konami football on PS2, this International Superstar Soccer carries on the brand's more arcade branch, with accessible handling, quick matches and immediate readability that favour direct fun over pure simulation. The multiplayer fun and the snappy pace still work for short games. The absence of licences and limited tactical depth place it behind Pro Evolution Soccer. A convivial football for fans of retro arcade sport and nostalgics of the ISS line.
