DESCRIPTION

Soccer Captain is a sporting release in publisher Ubisoft's Imagine line of career-oriented games and software aimed at young women. Central to the play of the game is five-on-five soccer action, in which the player uses the touch screen and stylus to direct her characters in the game. Before the first kick, however, the soccer captain is in charge of putting together a team and assigning positions on the field. Players create their own avatars, to represent themselves in the game, choosing height, body shape, and coloring. Players can also design custom uniforms, choosing colors and a logo. In addition to competitions against a variety of computer-controlled opponents, the game allows players to practice with their teams, in order to improve morale as well as skills. Other off-field events, some involving fans and media attention, serve to round out the game's representation of an athletic lifestyle. Along the way, advice and tips are available from international soccer superstar Mia Hamm, who makes a virtual appearance as the team's coach in the game. ~ T.J. Deci, All Game Guide