Game guide · VISITPHONE
Making your first moves in Penalty Shootout
Choose a round of Penalty Shootout and settle into its rules. Score at least three of five penalties. Look at what changes after your first action. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Look at what changes after your first action.
Take five penalty kicks in a solo shooting challenge.
Build familiarity through play
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Refer to the controls when needed.
Understand the aim
Score at least three of five penalties. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. The example below illustrates a decision.
From the start of a round
- Aim inside the goal.
- Shoot away from the moving keeper.
- A save or outside shot misses.
- Finish all five.
How to interact with the game
Pointer/touch, aim buttons and Shoot. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
Work through an example
An edge target may beat the keeper but must stay within the posts. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Read the matching step again.
Keep this in mind
The keeper reacts after the shot, so aim matters. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Helpful answers for players
Before I begin, what is the goal of Penalty Shootout?
Here is the relevant explanation: Score at least three of five penalties.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Penalty Shootout?
Keep this in mind: Pointer/touch, aim buttons and Shoot.
What example helps explain Penalty Shootout?
Here is the relevant explanation: An edge target may beat the keeper but must stay within the posts.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Penalty Shootout?
The key detail is this: The keeper reacts after the shot, so aim matters.
For a quick reminder, what format does Penalty Shootout offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Take five penalty kicks in a solo shooting challenge.
As a new player, which play mode does Penalty Shootout use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
On this playing page, where should I start with Penalty Shootout?
Keep this in mind: Aim inside the goal.
While learning, do I need an account or a payment for Penalty Shootout?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
How can I find Penalty Shootout again?
Keep this in mind: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
While reading the Guide, how do I report an issue with Penalty Shootout?
Keep this in mind: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.
