Discstrike

Discstrike is a finger-soccer game that runs in your browser. Seen from above, two teams of three flag discs and a ball share a green pitch, and you flick your discs with the mouse to knock the ball into the other goal before the clock runs out.

How to play

1. Click the play button on the start screen.
2. Type your name in the box and pick a country flag; a play button appears under the grid.
3. Press play again. A VS. screen shows you and a random opponent.
4. On the pitch, drag a disc with the mouse and let go to flick it toward the ball.
5. Score in the other team’s goal before the countdown at the bottom reaches zero. A box then shows whether you won, lost or finished level.

What you see on screen

• Top: a scoreboard with both names and the score, such as 0:0.
• Bottom: the match clock, counting down from about 1:30.
• Pitch: goals with red posts, three discs for each side and a ball.
• Corners: a sound button on the start screen.

Tips

• Do not expect quick goals. In our six tests, about 66 seconds into the match, the score was still 0:0 whether we flicked discs or did nothing.
• Aim the flick through the ball toward the open part of the goal, not at the goalkeeper side of it.
• Use the clock: when little time is left, take the shot instead of setting up another pass.
• Read our finger soccer tips for the numbers behind these tips.

Frequently asked questions

How do I shoot in Discstrike?

Drag one of your discs with the mouse and let go; the disc flies and knocks the ball.

How long is a match?

The clock starts at about 1:30 and counts down.

Do I need to type a name?

Yes. The name box and the country flag come first; a play button appears once you have chosen a flag.

Who is my opponent?

The VS. screen shows a random name; it was different in every test we made.

Can I play on a phone?

Yes, in landscape: drag a disc with your finger. We tested it with a mouse.

Is Discstrike free to play?

Yes. You can play it in your browser on Yes This Game with no download and no sign-up.