REVIEW: Academy of Champions: Soccer was Clearly Designed for the Younger Crowd
What the Game’s About
Have you ever wished you could attend a soccer academy instructed by Pele and Mia Hamm? Yeah, me neither. Academy of Champions: Soccer strives to tap into the ever growing audience of young Wii gamers who have at one time or another played soccer. Gamers are able to select their young rising soccer star and guide him (or her) through life at a soccer academy. From mini-games to actual soccer matches, this game attempts to provide a creative and lighthearted take on the sport of soccer.
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Not much, to be completely honest. Though, I must preface the rest of this review by saying that this is meant to be a kids game. As such, I’m afraid I carry a bit of a bias towards the game’s lack of depth and complexity. Regardless, I shall do my best to inhabit the mind of a six year old to give this game a fair shake. For one, those who love soccer will be happy to know that both Pele and Mia Hamm play a major role in the game. Pele serves as your instructor should you chose a boy character, and naturally Mia Hamm will assume this role for girl gamers.