New Star™ Soccer 5 on Steam - User reviews, Price & Information

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Live the life of an up-and-coming superstar in this unique football career game. Start out as a 16 year old lad and work your way to the top to become a footballing legend!

New Star™ Soccer 5 is a sports, indie and simulation game developed and published by New Star Games.
Released on September 27th 2012 is available only on Windows in 10 languages: English, Italian, Polish, Dutch, Turkish, Portuguese - Brazil, French, German, Portuguese - Portugal and Spanish - Spain.

It has received 822 reviews of which 574 were positive and 248 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. 😐

The game is currently priced at 9.75€ on Steam.

The Steam community has classified New Star™ Soccer 5 into these genres:

Sports Indie Simulation Football (Soccer)

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System requirements

These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.

Windows
  • OS *:Windows XP
  • Processor:1 GHz
  • Memory:1 GB RAM
  • Graphics:128 MB of video memory
  • Hard Drive:256 MB HD space
  • Sound:OpenAL compatible
  • Other Requirements:Broadband Internet connection
  • Additional:A gamepad is highly recommended

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User reviews & Ratings

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11 hours played
June 2026
New Star Soccer 5 is a football career simulation developed and published by New Star Games that successfully blends sports action, role-playing mechanics, and life management into a surprisingly addictive package. Rather than placing players in the role of a club manager or giving them full control over an entire team, the game focuses on the personal journey of a single footballer. Starting as an unknown young prospect, players must work their way through the professional ranks, improve their skills, secure contracts, earn recognition, and eventually become one of the biggest names in world football. This player-centric approach gives the game a distinct identity that separates it from many other football titles on the market. One of the game's greatest strengths is how it transforms a football career into a complete life simulation. Matches are presented through a series of key moments where players influence crucial passes, shots, and attacking opportunities rather than controlling every second of gameplay. This streamlined system keeps matches engaging and accessible while still rewarding timing, positioning, and decision-making. Every successful pass, assist, and goal contributes to the player's reputation and growth, creating a strong sense of progression that encourages continued play. Outside of matches, New Star Soccer 5 introduces a wide range of activities that shape a player's career. Training sessions allow the development of essential football attributes, while relationships with teammates, coaches, sponsors, and fans influence career opportunities and public perception. The game constantly presents choices that affect both performance and finances, making every season feel like a balancing act. Deciding whether to invest in skill development, luxury purchases, sponsorship obligations, or personal well-being adds an enjoyable layer of strategy that extends beyond the football pitch. The role-playing elements are surprisingly deep for a sports game of its era. Players must monitor fitness, morale, and lifestyle choices while managing earnings and career ambitions. Success is not achieved solely through scoring goals; maintaining healthy relationships and making smart financial decisions can be equally important. This creates a more personal connection to the athlete being developed, as victories and setbacks feel tied to the player's own choices rather than random outcomes. The game's presentation may appear modest compared to larger-budget football franchises, but its simple visual style serves the gameplay well. Menus are easy to navigate, information is presented clearly, and the focus remains on progression and decision-making rather than graphical spectacle. While animations and match visuals are basic by modern standards, they remain functional and effective enough to communicate the action. The accessible design helps players quickly understand the various systems without becoming overwhelmed. Another impressive aspect is the long-term career structure. Watching a young player gradually improve, attract sponsorship deals, transfer to stronger clubs, and potentially represent their country provides a rewarding sense of achievement. The constant pursuit of higher ratings, better contracts, trophies, and personal milestones keeps motivation high. Because every career develops differently depending on player decisions, there is also considerable replay value for those who enjoy experimenting with alternative paths. The game is not without flaws. Some of the systems can feel repetitive during extended sessions, particularly training activities and certain off-field events. Match sequences occasionally become predictable after many hours, and the presentation lacks the polish expected from modern sports games. Players seeking realistic full-match simulations or deep tactical management may find the streamlined gameplay too simplified. However, these limitations are largely offset by the addictive progression mechanics and the satisfying sense of personal growth. What makes New Star Soccer 5 memorable is its ability to combine multiple genres into a cohesive experience. It captures the fantasy of living the life of a professional football star while remaining approachable and easy to understand. The combination of career management, relationship building, financial planning, and football action creates a gameplay loop that remains entertaining long after the first season. Even years after its release, it stands as one of the more unique football career simulations available. New Star Soccer 5 remains an inventive and highly engaging take on football gaming. Its focus on individual player development, meaningful choices, and career storytelling allows it to deliver an experience that feels personal and rewarding. While its visuals and certain mechanics show their age, the game's creativity and addictive progression system continue to make it a standout title for fans of football and sports management games. Rating: 7/10
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75 hours played
March 2026
The game is my childhood. I like the mechanics a lot, like the freedom inside. Realistic approach of a basic soccer player is awesome in this context.
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15 hours played
Sept. 2025
THIS GAME? OUT OF THIS WORLD TO BE EXACT! I've played dozens of games or more than that in mobile and pc's and this game is much more addictive and worth the time! THE PROBLEM? NOTHING IN WORDS AND 0 IN NUMBERS! Trust me broo! ITS WORTH THE TIME AND MONEY!!!!
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Frequently Asked Questions

New Star™ Soccer 5 is currently priced at 9.75€ on Steam.

No, New Star™ Soccer 5 is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 9.75€ on Steam.

Yes, New Star™ Soccer 5 received 574 positive votes out of a total of 822 achieving a rating of 6.72.
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New Star™ Soccer 5 was developed and published by New Star Games.

Yes, New Star™ Soccer 5 is playable and fully supported on Windows.

No, New Star™ Soccer 5 is not playable on MacOS.

No, New Star™ Soccer 5 is not playable on Linux.

New Star™ Soccer 5 is a single-player game.

No, New Star™ Soccer 5 does not currently offer any DLC.

No, New Star™ Soccer 5 does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

No, New Star™ Soccer 5 does not support Steam Remote Play.

Yes, New Star™ Soccer 5 is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for New Star™ Soccer 5.

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New Star™ Soccer 5
9.75€ Buy Now
Rating
6.7
574
248
Game modes
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Online players
9
Developer
New Star Games
Publisher
New Star Games
Release 27 Sep 2012
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