# Captain Tsubasa Vol. II: Super Striker Introduction *Captain Tsubasa Vol. II: Super Striker* (*Kyaputen Tsubasa Vol. II: Super Striker*), released on July 20, 1990, for the Famicom by Tecmo, is a soccer RPG sequel to *Captain Tsubasa* (1988, Famicom), based on Yoichi Takahashi’s manga. Japan-only, it’s known via fan translations (e.g., *Shaman v1.0*). It follows Tsubasa Ozora leading Japan’s youth team in the World Youth Championship against international teams (e.g., Brazil, Argentina, Germany). Expanding on the original’s cinematic “Soccer Simulation,” it uses menu-based commands (e.g., Pass, Shoot, Tackle) with enhanced cutscenes for special moves (e.g., Tsubasa’s Neo Drive Shot, Hyuga’s Neo Tiger Shot). Modes include Story (1P tournament), VS (1P vs. CPU), and PK (1P penalty shootout). Players level up stats (e.g., Kick, Guts) and recruit allies like Misaki or Wakabayashi. Its improved 8-bit visuals, dramatic soundtrack, and deeper strategy earned acclaim (*GameFAQs*: 4.5/5), though slow pacing and Japanese-only text challenge (*RPGFan*: 80%). Re-released in *Captain Tsubasa: The Complete Collection* (2021, Switch/PS4) and widely emulated. ## Why Play Captain Tsubasa Vol. II: Super Striker? *Captain Tsubasa Vol. II: Super Striker* elevates the original’s soccer RPG formula with richer storytelling and strategy. In Story Mode, players control Tsubasa and Japan’s youth team through a global tournament, facing teams like France (Pierre) or Italy (Hernandez), with narrative cutscenes advancing the manga’s World Youth arc. Matches use turn-based commands for passing, dribbling, or special moves (e.g., Combined Shot with Misaki), with Guts meters managing move stamina. Winning boosts stats and unlocks moves like Cyclone Shot. VS Mode offers single matches with 23 teams, and PK Mode focuses on penalty shootouts. Matches last 5-12 minutes, with Story Mode spanning 3-5 hours across 15-20 games. Its cinematic cutscenes, expanded roster (e.g., Santana, Schneider), and tactical depth shine, but repetitive menus and high difficulty (e.g., Argentina’s Diaz) can frustrate. X posts praise its anime authenticity and influence on *Inazuma Eleven*, appealing to fans of *Captain Tsubasa* (1988) and *Kunio-kun no Nekketsu Soccer League*. ## Key Features - Play as Tsubasa Ozora with Japan’s youth team against 23 international teams (e.g., Brazil, Germany) - 3 modes: Story (1P tournament, World Youth Championship), VS (1P vs. CPU), PK (1P penalty shootout) - Soccer RPG: menu-based commands (Pass, Shoot, Dribble); special moves (Neo Drive Shot, Skylab Hurricane) - Level-up system: improve Kick, Guts, Defense; recruit allies (e.g., Misaki, Hyuga) - Enhanced cutscenes for goals, saves, and dramatic story moments - Experience authentic Famicom/NES gameplay on our retro ROM platform ## Key Differences: NES/Famicom vs. Other Versions - **Famicom (1990)**: Japan-only, Japanese text; fan translations (e.g., *Shaman v1.0*) add English, no official Western release. - **Compared to Captain Tsubasa (1988, NES)**: *Vol. II* has a global tournament, more teams (23 vs. 18), improved graphics, and deeper story; original focuses on middle school arc. - **Compared to Kunio-kun no Nekketsu Soccer League (1993, NES)**: *Vol. II* is a strategic RPG with no brawling; *Soccer League* is an action soccer game with super shots and fighting. - **Compared to Nekketsu! Street Basket (1993, NES)**: *Vol. II* lacks multiplayer, focuses on soccer RPG; *Street Basket* is a basketball/fighting hybrid with court gimmicks. - **Re-releases**: *Captain Tsubasa: The Complete Collection* (2021, Switch/PS4) includes English translation, save states; fan patches restore manga names. - **Regional Notes**: No Western NES release; *Tecmo Cup Soccer Game* (1992) is unrelated to *Vol. II*, based on 1988 original. ## Play Captain Tsubasa Vol. II: Super Striker Online Score today! Play *Captain Tsubasa Vol. II: Super Striker* (1990, NES/Famicom) instantly on our website, Classic Joy Games, with no downloads, using NES emulators. Alternatively, try it on RetroGames.cc, EmulatorGames.net (*Shaman v1.0 ROM*), OldGameShelf.com (4.8/5 from 22 reviews), or *Captain Tsubasa: The Complete Collection* (Switch/PS4, 2021). Physical Famicom copies cost $20-$50 (cart only) or $60-$150 (CIB) on eBay. Ideal for *Captain Tsubasa* and anime game fans! Note: Use Mesen or Nestopia with *Shaman v1.0* patch for English; *Complete