Ultimate Soccer is a football game featuring 64 international teams, each with its own stats for speed, ball control, and strength. The game offers five modes: friendly, penalty shootout, tournament, playoff, and league. However, the lack of password or battery means each mode must be completed in one sitting.
The gameplay can be customized to suit players' preferences by adjusting key engine settings, such as wind speed and direction, ball weight, and player speed. A five-a-side mode is also included, where the ball remains in play. With its flexible physics options, the game allows for varied playing styles, from short passes to long-range shots.
The graphics are reminiscent of EA's Madden NFL series, with pseudo-3D effects that allow the camera angle to be adjusted for a better view. Released in 1993, Ultimate Soccer later spawned two sequels: Striker on the same console and Striker' 96 on PC, Saturn, and PlayStation.