GOALS, a free‑to‑play football simulation built on the SENTEC engine, launched worldwide on June 4, 2026, debuting internet star KSI as its inaugural Original character.
Technical foundation and gameplay focus
Developed with SENTEC’s proprietary netcode, GOALS eliminates the latency‑induced rubber‑banding and delayed animation that have plagued recent sports titles such as FC 26. The engine registers player input, collisions, and ball physics in real time, ensuring that precise timing—not connection quality—determines every outcome. CEO Andreas Thorstensson describes the project as a “pure football design philosophy” that places control firmly in the hands of the gamer.
Originals and player‑driven evolution
The title introduces “Originals,” lifelike recreations of well‑known personalities. KSI, renowned for his FIFA YouTube content, serves as the first Original and brings a celebrity presence that mirrors his real‑world appearance. However, each instance of KSI adapts to the way individual managers employ him, thanks to GOALS’ procedurally generated athlete system that levels up and modifies attributes according to playstyle.
Beyond Originals, every created player progresses through a dynamic upgrade path, allowing managers to shape squads that reflect strategic preferences while retaining a realistic growth curve.
Game modes and progression tools
GOALS balances competitive depth with casual accessibility through a suite of modes:
- Ranked competitive ladder
- Quickplay matches for rapid sessions
- Knockout tournaments with elimination brackets
- Friendly fixtures for relaxed play
- Solo tournaments against AI opponents
- Practice Arena featuring Rookie, Contender and Champion scenarios
- Daily and weekly Dynamic Challenges across three difficulty tiers
Team management features a storefront for kit customization, celebration animations, and player swaps, while a progression system tracks experience and unlocks new upgrades.
Availability and next steps
The free‑to‑play launch reaches PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC users simultaneously. No purchase is required to access core modes, and the integrated store supplies cosmetic and functional items through earned challenges. Players eager to test the new simulation are invited to download the game immediately and begin shaping their own football narratives.
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