THE PLAYBOOK · XQIN8
Penalty Shootout: learn through an example
Open Penalty Shootout, check the instructions and begin a round. 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. 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. Make the next step deliberately.
Your objective
Score at least three of five penalties. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Start with a deliberate move.
The steps to play
- Aim inside the goal.
- Shoot away from the moving keeper.
- A save or outside shot misses.
- Finish all five.
Making selections and moves
Pointer/touch, aim buttons and Shoot. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
See how the rules apply
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. Look for the relevant detail.
Pay attention to this rule
The keeper reacts after the shot, so aim matters. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Questions that come up during play
For this browser game, what is the goal of Penalty Shootout?
Score at least three of five penalties.
How do I control Penalty Shootout?
For clarity: Pointer/touch, aim buttons and Shoot.
What example helps explain Penalty Shootout?
An edge target may beat the keeper but must stay within the posts.
When I return, 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.
While learning, 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.