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3.7 / 5

10 votes

Platform
Sega Genesis
Genres
Sports · Soccer
Developers
Rage Software
Publishers
Sega
Release date
January 1, 1995

Summary

When I first saw Sega Sports Striker on the Mega Drive, the most striking thing was how the game tried to push the limits of speed. Developed by Rage Software and published by SEGA in 1995, this third‑installment of the Striker series was a Europe‑only release that leaned into a 3‑D viewpoint—a rarity for soccer titles at the time. Critics were split: CU Amiga hailed it with a 94% score and a Screenstar award, while Amiga Joker gave it a modest 64%, calling the frantic pace a double‑edged sword. Despite the mixed press, the title moved 700,000 units by ’95, proving that its high‑octane approach resonated with many fans. It sits between the original Amiga‑born Striker and the SNES‑exclusive World Soccer ’94, acting as a spiritual sequel to Ultimate Soccer while carving its own fast‑forward niche.

Edited by Maya Carter

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  • Screenshot 1 of Striker

Alternative Titles

  • Sega Sports Striker Alternative