THE PLAYBOOK · LYSTDQ
An introduction to playing Penalty Shootout
Choose a round of Penalty Shootout and settle into its rules. Score at least three of five penalties. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Take five penalty kicks in a solo shooting challenge.
A focus for your next round
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Refer to the controls when needed.
Understand the aim
Score at least three of five penalties. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
Making your moves
- Aim inside the goal.
- Shoot away from the moving keeper.
- A save or outside shot misses.
- Finish all five.
Your inputs
Pointer/touch, aim buttons and Shoot. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
An example before you play
An edge target may beat the keeper but must stay within the posts. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the controls nearby.
One detail worth checking
The keeper reacts after the shot, so aim matters. Check the rule before repeating the action. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Answers about the rules and controls
When I return, what is the goal of Penalty Shootout?
The key detail is this: Score at least three of five penalties.
For this browser game, how do I control Penalty Shootout?
Here is the relevant explanation: Pointer/touch, aim buttons and Shoot.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Penalty Shootout?
For clarity: An edge target may beat the keeper but must stay within the posts.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Penalty Shootout?
Here is the relevant explanation: The keeper reacts after the shot, so aim matters.
For this browser game, what format does Penalty Shootout offer?
For clarity: Take five penalty kicks in a solo shooting challenge.
For a quick reminder, which play mode does Penalty Shootout use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.