Soccer RPG Inazuma Eleven finally makes its PS4 debut this year

It’s been a long time coming, but popular soccer RPG Inazuma Eleven will make its PS4 debut worldwide later this year. The release, one of many great titles from veteran developer Level-5, promises a return to the series’ roots – and will see all the cast and characters from the franchise’s long history return.

There are two primary modes: Story and Chronicle. The former will focus on Unmei Sasanami, a young blue-haired boy who has lost his passion for soccer. After meeting new friends at Nagumohara Junior High – and a rival in Haru Ando – he embarks on a quest to resurrect a neglected team and lead them on the path to glory.

The campaign will be paired with the aforementioned Chronicle mode, which will pit you against over 4,500 characters from the franchise’s past. In the new Inazuma V Caravan, you’ll be able to travel back in time and explore all of the series’ history, fighting past teams, and recruiting your favorite players to your team.

The gameplay promises a more free flow, aiming to be more in line with real soccer – although the tactical RPG aspect is still there. The actual action looks like the weakest part in the trailer, but we’re enjoying all the new animations, which have been created by a company called MAPPA. All in all, it looks like a great package, and it’s launching worldwide later this year.