FIFA Soccer 95 is a soccer sports simulation video game developed by Extended Play Productions and published by EA Sports. It was released in 1994 as the second installment in the FIFA series. FIFA 95 was available on various gaming platforms, including the SEGA Genesis.
How to play
Controls Guide (SEGA Genesis):
The controls for FIFA 95 on the SEGA Genesis are as follows:
Offense:
- D-Pad: Move your player.
- A Button: Pass the ball to a teammate.
- B Button: Shoot the ball.
- C Button: Cross the ball or perform a chip shot.
- Start: Pause the game and access in-game options.
Defense:
- D-Pad: Move your defender.
- A Button: Attempt a standing tackle.
- B Button: Attempt a sliding tackle.
- C Button: Change player control to the nearest defender.
- Start: Pause the game and access in-game options.
General:
- Start: Pause the game and access in-game options.
How to Play:
Game Modes: FIFA 95 offers various game modes, including exhibition matches, tournaments, and a season mode. In the season mode, you can control a team throughout a full season and aim to win the league.
Team Selection: Choose your favorite club or national team to play with. It's important to note that FIFA 95 did not have the licensing for real player names, so it used fictional player names instead.
Gameplay: FIFA 95 features an isometric viewpoint, which was a departure from the traditional top-down view of earlier soccer games. You'll control your players on the field, pass the ball, dribble, and take shots at the opponent's goal.
Scoring: Use your offensive skills to score goals while defending against your opponents. You can also perform chip shots and crosses to create scoring opportunities.
Penalty Shootouts: FIFA 95 introduced penalty shootouts as part of the gameplay mechanics. You'll have the opportunity to take penalties and attempt to save them when defending.
Tactics: Adjust your team's tactics, formation, and strategies to suit your playing style and adapt to different opponents.
Despite not having the licenses for real player names and official team names, FIFA 95 was a significant step forward in soccer video game development during its time. It offered improved graphics and gameplay mechanics compared to its predecessor, FIFA International Soccer, and contributed to the growing popularity of soccer video games.
