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How to play Penalty Shootout
Read the aim of Penalty Shootout, then make your first move. Score at least three of five penalties. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Take five penalty kicks in a solo shooting challenge.
Notice the feedback
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Score at least three of five penalties. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
Step by step
- Aim inside the goal.
- Shoot away from the moving keeper.
- A save or outside shot misses.
- Finish all five.
Controls
Pointer/touch, aim buttons and Shoot. Use the control method described here for this activity. Look at the feedback after the action.
A useful example
An edge target may beat the keeper but must stay within the posts. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Keep the controls nearby.
Watch out for this
The keeper reacts after the shot, so aim matters. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
Before I begin, what is the goal of Penalty Shootout?
For clarity: Score at least three of five penalties.
For my first round, how do I control Penalty Shootout?
For clarity: Pointer/touch, aim buttons and Shoot.
For my first round, what example helps explain Penalty Shootout?
Here is the relevant explanation: An edge target may beat the keeper but must stay within the posts.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Penalty Shootout?
The key detail is this: The keeper reacts after the shot, so aim matters.
When I return, what format does Penalty Shootout offer?
The key detail is this: Take five penalty kicks in a solo shooting challenge.
As a new player, which play mode does Penalty Shootout use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
