In-game event21 Aug 2026Update v1.1.3 is now availableHi everyone, Version 1.1.3 of Active Soccer 3 is now available. This update focuses on improving the overall match flow, defensive behaviour, AI reactions and several important fixes reported by the community. Main changes: · Enabled goalkeeper kick and throw sounds · Fixed an additional Steam Remote Play charging issue with controller type 2 · Improved player selection while defending · Goalke…
Active Soccer 3 Version 1.1 Is Now Available Hi everyone, Version 1.1 of Active Soccer 3 is now ready, and it introduces an important new feature: Casual Mode . Active Soccer 3 is built around manual control, with very little assistance. This is one of the main ideas behind the game, but I also understand that new players may need a clearer and smoother way to learn its mechanics. Casual Mode h…
## Patch 1.0.9 Update Hi everyone, The first update for Active Soccer 3 is now available. This patch focuses mainly on gameplay responsiveness and stability. Player switching has been significantly improved with a new selection routine, and headers now feel much better and more reliable during matches. ### What's new * New player selection routine * Improved headers * More responsive 1-2 passes…
Active Soccer 3 – Version 1.0 Launch Broadcast Active Soccer 3 has officially left Early Access! Watch version 1.0 in action through a selection of matches, goals and gameplay moments showcasing the different ways the game can be played. The broadcast features multiple camera perspectives, different teams and stadiums, changing weather conditions and examples of the game’s fully manual controls…
Active Soccer 3 has officially left Early Access! Today marks the full release of Active Soccer 3. To celebrate the launch of version 1.0, the game is available with a 10% discount for the next 7 days . When Active Soccer first entered Early Access, I already felt it was a good game and that its simcade direction had a lot of potential. However, after playing it extensively, I also felt that th…
Active Soccer 3 officially launches on July 13, 2026 Hi everyone, I’m very happy to finally announce that Active Soccer 3 will officially launch on July 13, 2026 . This has been a very long journey for me, and I can honestly say that I am incredibly proud of the game. Active Soccer originally started with a strong retro arcade spirit, but during development Active Soccer 3 has grown into someth…
Active Soccer 3 — The Game Has Changed It has been a while since the last real update, and I know the silence has been longer than expected. So today I finally want to share what has been going on behind the scenes. First of all, the game now has its final title: Active Soccer 3 ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ A much more complete game Over the past few months, Active Soccer 3 has changed a lot. This has…
Patch #6 is here — and it's a big one! This will be the last patch before version 1.0 , marking the end of Early Access and the beginning of a new chapter with a rebranding, a new title, and the final polish! It’s been many months since the last update. A lot has happened, both professionally and personally, but throughout it all I’ve kept working — quietly but steadily — on this new patch. The…
⚽ Hello Everyone! ⚽ It's been a long time since our last patch, and so much has happened since then. But I won't bore you with the details and will get straight to the point. We are thrilled to announce the release of Patch #5! 🎉 We've reworked many aspects of the game, added new features, and introduced game modes that weren't initially planned but were highly requested by our players. The wo…
What's new: · player selection improvements · dash indicator on 1-2 pass fixed · standing tackle more effective · corners: improved selection on the corner taker · transfers menu: buttons moving on the left fixed · game speed reverted to default bug fixed · 2024 season blank csv files in order to edit new teams and players
I'm excited to announce the release of patch #4 for Active Soccer 2023! This update is primarily centered around enhancing the overall gameplay experience, with a strong emphasis on improving AI behavior and refining controls. Additionally, we've implemented a preliminary round of optimization, with a more substantial optimization slated for the 1.0 release. I believe that with this patch, the…
Hello everyone, I hope this message finds you well. It's been quite a journey for me, facing some challenging and tiring times (including the struggles I encountered while working on these replays! :-) ). But, I'm excited to announce that the long-awaited Patch #3 is finally on its way. In addition to the replays, a significant highlight of this update is undoubtedly the brand new management of…
Hey everyone, We are thrilled to announce that the Active Soccer 2023 patch #2 has just gone live! This patch is all about improving gameplay and making the game even better than before. We have added some fantastic features that will take your gaming experience to the next level. Our major focus was on improving aerial balls, reworking goalkeepers, and enhancing pass and pass reception. Overal…
Hi guys, thank you all for your cooperation with Active Soccer. We are really happy that you are enjoying it, knowing that this is only the beginning of the journey. After a couple of days, patch #1 is live fixing some annoying issues: · basic team editor editing csv files · start of the match camera shake fix · option to disable the crowd for entry level gfx cards · VSync enabled · reduced tea…
Hi everyone! We are thrilled to announce the release of Active Soccer 2023 in Early Access !!! First of all, let's clarify what Active Soccer is: it is an arcade game that takes inspiration from classic games, but updates them with modern features. The fun lies in the fact that there is no scripting involved, everything is decided by your own skills. The pace of the game is fast, players move q…
Active Soccer 2023 will be exhibited with a playable demo at Milan Games Week from November 25th to November 27th. Come and visit us in the Indie Dungeon pavilion, booth in.21
Hello everyone, this is Gianluca from The Fox Software. Active Soccer 2023 aims to recreate a retro arcade action experience on modern platforms. The Active Soccer series was born in 2012 as an arcade game inspired by 16-bit classics like Kick Off 2 and Sensible Soccer. Many people appreciated the classic gameplay along with the career mode and dozens of tournaments that make the game unique. T…
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