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GOALS — patch notes and updates

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Steam Deck Ready2026-06-16At the moment, GOALS requires Proton 10 to run correctly on Steam Deck. Proton 11 Beta is currently not supported.If you're having trouble launching the game, you can manually select Proton 10 by following these steps:Right-click GOALS in your Steam Library and select Properties.Navigate to the Compatibility tab.Check "Force the use of a specific Steam Play compatibility tool".Select Proton 10 from the drop-down menu.Once selected, Steam will update the compatibility settings and GOALS should launch normally.This workaround also applies to all Linux devices, including laptops and desktops running Steam through Proton.We'll continue improving
Patch Notes - Version 1.00.082026-06-11Gameplay - Improved cross targeting for more consistent and accurate deliveries into the box. - Increased dribbling responsiveness to give players more direct control on the ball. - Reduced pass delay, making passing feel quicker and more immediate. - Improved player switching (L1) responsiveness and target selection. - Reduced goalkeeper effectiveness when rushing out. - Improved sprint dribbling for lower-rated players. - Improved short through pass targeting and execution. - Improved defensive AI positioning and reactions against long ground through passes. - Increased speed retention for players making triggered runs. - Improved first-tou
Patch Notes - Version 1.00.072026-06-05General - Multiple crash and bug fixes - Fixed intermittent issues with missing Steam store offers.Gameplay & AI - Improved ground pass and through pass targeting to make pass aiming feel more natural and create smoother, more fluid passing play. - Lowered the maximum acceleration boost from stepovers. - Fixed an issue that could cause centre backs to position themselves too close to the goalkeeper. - Fixed set piece behaviors not resetting correctly after substitutions. - Iterated on defender line speeds. - Adjusted defender behavior in heel-to-heel scenarios. - Reduced stand tackle lunge distance at the high end. - Fixed free kick passes no
GOALS IS LIVE2026-06-04Welcome to the new era! It’s time to drop the excuses and focus on what really matters here, football. It has been an incredible journey since our very first playtest, and the feedback we have received from you has been the driving force behind every change and new feature you are about to experience.No excuses. Just Football. Get in the pitch
GOALS RELEASE NOTES2026-06-04WELCOME TO GOALSWelcome to the new era! It’s time to drop the excuses and focus on what really matters here, football. It has been an incredible journey since our very first playtest, and the feedback we have received from you has been the driving force behind every change and new feature you are about to experience.GAME FEATURESBefore we dive into the details, here is a breakdown of what you will find in GOALS at launch.1v1 RankedWelcome to our competitive classic. Test your skills and climb the ranks in our 1v1 Ranked mode. Go from Rank 10 all the way to having your name marked in fire at the top of our Global Leaderboard. Be a name to reme
JUNE 4TH: GOALS RELEASE2026-05-21Open to everyone. Powered by skill, responsiveness, and the love of the game.No excuses, just football.Let us know how hyped you are to play GOALS!
GOALS Beta Recap2026-03-31The GOALS Beta has officially come to an end.We just want to thank you for all the time you have spent in-game, and all the feedback, suggestions, and continuous reports that help us shape GOALS towards where we want it to be.As a recap of these three weeks, we'd like to share with you some of the incredible achievements you have managed to tackle!We face this new period leading up to launch with a lot of excitement and a clear roadmap ahead of us. Your dedication over the last three weeks has given us exactly what we needed to polish, refine, and perfect the experience before the official release.While the game is offline for now, our commun
GOALS Beta Extended to March 30th!2026-03-23Thank you to everyone who jumped into the game this past weekend. The sheer volume of matches played and the ongoing discussions across our community channels have completely exceeded our expectations. As our way of saying thank you, we are officially extending the GOALS Beta until March 30th!Enter Patch 0.63.12 & 5v5 QuickplayWith this extension comes Patch 0.63.12 You can read the full patch notes on our community Discord once we are live in all platforms!We have a packed list of implementations coming this week, but the highlight you definitely do not want to miss: 5v5 is officially getting quickplay! Get your squads ready for faster match
How to Defend - Dev Guide2026-03-17Do you want to get a full guide on how to improve your defensive Skills?One of our developers has crafted the following guide to keep that net untouched!Head to our website to learn more about the How to Defend - Dev Guide.
Play GOALS Beta now!2026-03-13The wait is over. Today, you can finally step onto the pitch.The GOALS Open Beta is now live until the 22nd of March, and it's your chance to experience a football game built from the ground up for competitive play.Tired of lag, scripted gameplay, and football games that take control away from the player? We put skill back where it belongs, in your hands.The more you play, the more players you can unlock; so what are you waiting for?Step onto the pitch, play the GOALS Open Beta, and TAKE BACK CONTROL.No excuses, just FOOTBALL. Progression, rewards, and in-game items earned during beta are part of testing and will be reset after the beta on Ma
Preparing for the Beta - Patch Notes 0.63.002026-03-100.63 is our BetaThis release touches everything from how it feels to dribble in a tight space to how the game performs on your hardware. Jump in, push the limits, and tell us where it breaks. This is how we build the best football experience out there together.You can learn the full details of GOALS 0.63 Update here.
GOALS Beta kicks off on March 13th2026-03-05Today, we’re proud to share our brand-new cinematic trailer for GOALS.This isn’t just another football game.From day one, our vision has been clear: build a fundamentally new football experience from the ground up, centered entirely around control, responsiveness, and pure competition.No hidden assists.No scripted outcomes.No excuses.Every input matters. Every action counts. Every win is earned.GOALS is built around total responsiveness and true skill expression. Your decisions determine what happens on the pitch. Not animations. Not background systems. You.And this is just the beginning.We’re also excited to announce that the GOALS Beta kick
GOALS Comeback Weekend is live2026-01-09The holidays are over. The grind is back. And it’s time to step back onto the pitch.From Friday, January 9 to Tuesday, January 13, we’re kicking off Comeback Weekend, a special event made for players ready to return and make an impact.What’s waiting for you? Play anytime during the Comeback Weekend and get a Legendary+ Pack New challenges live, built to push your game further.The perfect moment to sharpen your squad and rebuild your momentum Also don’t forget: this Saturday, January 10 at 8 PM UTC, the GOALS 5v5 Tournament goes live on our YouTube channel. Top teams. Real competition. No shortcuts. Another chance to show what GOALS is made of
0.61 : Our biggest update yet2025-12-05We’ve dropped a big one. New tournaments to grind. New formations to master. New celebrations to flex after you bury the ball. Gameplay’s been tuned across the board; smarter standing tackles, cleaner ground passes, tighter turns, and deeper through balls that reward timing and vision. Training drills now hit with more variety so you can level up faster. Jump in, push the limits, and tell us where it breaks. This is how we build the best football experience out there together. You can learn the full details of GOALS 0.61 Update here.
🚨 Release 0.60.0 is LIVE! 🚨2025-11-19Dear Playtesters,This update lays down core gameplay upgrades: a full lock-on rework, better finishing, improved keepers, tighter passing, and more responsive movement. New defensive tools, a new skill move, multiple squads and a new practice arena. You can also playtest 5v5 in Quickplay mode now! You can learn the full details of GOALS 0.59 Update at the following link: https://playgoals.com/en/news/patch-notes-0-60-0
🚨 Release 0.59.0 is LIVE! 🚨2025-10-09Hey Playtesters! We've just updated GOALS to version 0.59: It is a major update bringing in significant changes like Player Aging & Progression, Diving Headers, improved GKs, and several more improvements. Make sure to try it out and let us know what you think 🙌 You can learn the full details of GOALS 0.59 Update at the following link: https://playgoals.com/en/news/patch-notes-0-59-0
Alpha Reset Incoming: October 2, 20252025-09-30Hey Playtesters!On October 2, all accounts will be reset for the new Alpha test phase. This gets the game ready for fresh features and keeps the competition fair for everyone. Our next major update is expected to release in about 1 week, more detailed info is coming soon, check out our Discord! 🏆All players, packs, points, challenges and swap progress will be reset. This is a full account reset to prepare for the next update which has some big additions! Get ready to play hard and prove your skills! 👊⚡️
GOALS Companion App - Available now (Alpha)2025-09-12The GOALS Companion App is now available in Alpha! Take GOALS with you anywhere. With the app, you can:Manage your squad on the goOpen packs (including daily ones)Track progress in in-game challenges View your full player collectionComplete swaps View challenges Access your user stats Help us improve the app by trying it out and sharing your feedback.Companion App: iOS & Android ← Download here or the scan the QR code below ↓
🚨 Release 0.58.0 is LIVE! 🚨2025-09-04Hey GOALS community,0.58.0 brings a big focus on animation and smoother gameplay. From a new goalkeeper saving system to smarter AI and refined player movement, the pitch feel more dynamic and natural. You’ll also notice improvements to set pieces, tackling, and even the camera options. Here are some of the highlights:Highlights:New goalkeeper saving systemAdded stepover skill moveLess aggressive lock-on for more natural control Movement updates: refined acceleration, smoother dribbling, pre-trap movement, and jockey nerfs Curve-based motion system for more natural stumbles, get-ups, and penalty run-upsBlocking & tackling improvements includi
GOALS Anniversary Week 🎉2025-08-18🎉 GOALS Anniversary Week – Let’s Celebrate! 🎉 Hello GOALS community! It’s our anniversary, and we want to say a massive thank you to everyone supporting GOALS in Alpha — your feedback, ideas, and passion are helping shape the game as we build it together. To celebrate, we have prepared a week filled with events and giveaways for you all! 🔥 Monday – Legendary+ Giveaway (First Ever!) For the first time, we’re giving away a Legendary+ player to one lucky winner! 📝 How to enter:Join our Discord Go to the #giveaway channel (Community category)Enter before Friday at 9 PM CESTAt the same time, we also have an epic gift pack entering the store. Y