Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 64-bit, Windows 8.1 64-bit or Windows 10 64-bit Processeur : Intel core i3 CPU 530 2.93GHz Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 1060 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 5 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX 9.0x compatible sound card
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 64-bit, Windows 8.1 64-bit or Windows 10 64-bit Processeur : Intel Core i5-4690 3.50Ghz or better Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 1070 similar or better DirectX : Version 11 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 5 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX 9.0x compatible sound card
Active Soccer 3
Early hours on the pitch demand patience, but those who stick around past the two-hour mark find themselves hooked on the retro arcade action. Overall, out of 119 total reviews, 74% are positive, though recent post-launch sentiment sits at 69% positive across 36 sampled opinions.
What it's about: L'action arcade rétro explosive est de retour ! Active Soccer 2023 est un jeu de football arcade rétro passionnant qui offre une expérience arcade rapide et passionnante
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 15 | 9 | 3 | 3 |
| Stability / bugs | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Content / longevity | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Interface / UX | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Graphics / art | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Value for money | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 7.2 h on median; those who dislike it: 30 min.
🪤 91 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.
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Strengths
- Long-term engagement is remarkably strong, with players logging over 10 hours reporting 100% positive sentiment across 10 reviews (6 positive mentions in the 10-25h bucket and 4 positive mentions in the >25h bucket).
- Veterans of the pitch thoroughly enjoy the core mechanics, reflected by 9 positive mentions out of 15 total regarding gameplay.
- The nostalgic 90s console feel resonates well with sports fans, capturing that classic arcade spirit.
Weaknesses
- Technical issues severely plague early impressions, resulting in 7 negative mentions out of 7 regarding bugs.
- The menus and layout prove frustrating to navigate, accounting for 3 negative mentions out of 4 regarding the user interface.
- Initial matches turn away newcomers, as players with less than 2 hours of playtime generate a dismal 17% positive rate across 12 reviews.
Who is it for?
Retro sports enthusiasts and patient arcade football fans willing to push past initial technical hurdles and a steep early learning curve.
Is Active Soccer 3 worth it in 2026?
Yes, but with a few reservations: 74% of 119 Steam reviews are positive (player score 67/100). Most-praised strength: Long-term engagement is remarkably strong, with players logging over 10 hours reporting. Current price: 14,79€.
Verdict
Active Soccer 3 delivers a nostalgic, fun sports experience once players master its quirks and overlook the current bugs. While the opening hours alienate a large portion of early buyers, dedicated managers who invest past the ten-hour mark are fully rewarded.
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