Formation Soccer - Human Cup '90 (Japan)
What is Formation Soccer - Human Cup '90 (Japan)?
"Formation Soccer - Human Cup '90" is a soccer simulation released exclusively in Japan for the NEC TurboGrafx-16 (PC Engine) in 1990. Developed and published by Human Entertainment, it's part of their long-running "Formation Soccer" series. This is an official retail title, not a hack or prototype. As the name suggests, it centers on the 1990 FIFA World Cup, offering a tournament mode that lets you play as various national teams.
How to Play Formation Soccer - Human Cup '90 (Japan) Online
Getting Started
When you boot the game, you'll see a menu in Japanese. The main option starts a match, likely a tournament or exhibition mode. Use the D-Pad to navigate and the A button (X on keyboard) to confirm. If you choose a tournament, you'll pick a national team and then play through a series of matches leading to the final.
The core gameplay is a top-down soccer simulation. You control one player at a time with the D-Pad for movement. The B button (S key) is used for kicking or tackling. Passing is automatic when you kick toward a teammate, but you can also aim with the D-Pad. The A button (X key) is for sprinting or special actions like slide tackles. Matches last a set time, and the goal is to score more goals than your opponent.
Because menus are entirely in Japanese, you might need to experiment to find the options. The title screen likely has a short intro before the menu appears. If you get stuck, pressing Start (Enter) often skips cutscenes or advances screens. The game supports two players, so a friend can join with a second controller for head-to-head play.
Formation Soccer - Human Cup '90 (Japan) Keyboard Controls
Controls
- Arrow Keys: D-Pad / Movement
- X: I button
- S: II button
- Enter: Run / Start
- V: Select
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