: Dynamic battles for airborne or loose balls, mimicking the chaotic nature of real soccer.

: The game supports traditional gamepad controls as well as pure touch controls.

Originally revealed in 2016 as Inazuma Eleven Ares , the project suffered numerous delays. Level-5 shifted direction to create a massive all-stars crossover game under the banner of Great Road of Heroes .

According to Level-5's developer blogs, the switch to was made to reflect a return to the series' roots. Instead of focusing solely on an all-star environment, the team pivoted back to a strong, original narrative detailing the grit, training, and the actual "victory road" of a brand-new team. 🎮 Introducing the "Free Soccer Interface"

Alongside this rebranding, Level-5 CEO Akihiro Hino detailed massive overhauls to the game’s core mechanics, control systems, and story structure. 🔄 Another Name Change Explained

: Players can choose between standard horizontal pitch views or a vertical perspective.

: The franchise’s signature over-the-top anime special shots and goalie saves return with completely modernized visuals. 📖 Story and Chronicle Modes