The game uses a broadcast-style side view during matches, with national teams available across exhibition and tournament play. Core controls focus on short passes, long balls, shooting, tackling, and especially through passes to break defensive lines. Team formation and tactical settings matter, rewarding spacing, timing, and coordinated movement more than constant dribbling. Learning runs, one-touch passing, and defensive positioning is key to consistent results.
Winning Eleven 4 is a 1999 PlayStation football simulation developed by Konami Computer Entertainment Tokyo and published by Konami. As an important early entry in the Winning Eleven line, it refined AI behavior, tactical options, and the famous through-pass system that shaped later console soccer games. Its balance of accessibility and realism made it highly regarded among fans of classic sports titles.
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1999-01-01
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Build attacks patiently through midfield instead of forcing dribbles into crowded areas. Through passes are strongest when played just as a striker starts a run behind the defense. Use the wings to stretch compact teams, then cross or cut the ball back into the box. On defense, contain first and tackle second; closing passing lanes is usually safer than diving into challenges.
No cheats or unlockables available
Tips
Time through passes carefully to catch forwards on the move rather than standing still.
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Use quick one-two passing to beat aggressive pressing in central areas.
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If you are protecting a lead, lower your line slightly and avoid overcommitting fullbacks.
User Reviews
A classic soccer game with sharp controls and satisfying tactical play.
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The through-pass system gave matches a distinctive rhythm that still feels influential.
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