Brian Clough's Football Fortunes
| Industry | Video game development |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | United Kingdom |
| Products | Brian Clough's Football Fortunes |
Brian Clough's Football Fortunes is a sports video game from 1987 centered around the renowned English football personality Brian Clough. Developed by CDS Micro Systems, this title was made available on a wide array of platforms such as Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Amstrad PCW, Atari 8-bit computers, Atari ST, BBC Micro, Commodore 16, Commodore Plus/4, Commodore 64, MS-DOS, Acorn Electron, MSX, and ZX Spectrum. It offers both single-player and multiplayer gameplay options, catering to fans of football and strategic sports gaming.
Reception
Paul Rixon, writing for Page 6, remarked: "Come on CDS, you can produce something better than this. The package is excellent, but where is the matching program?"
The packaging of Brian Clough's Football Fortunes received praise from Your Commodore, highlighting the combination of 'funny money', cards, board, and instructions as creating a highly enjoyable product—perfect for social gaming sessions.
Chris Holmes of Amiga Computing commented: "It’s straightforward, does not fully utilize the Amiga’s capabilities, yet remains very enjoyable."
Niels Reynolds from Apple User emphasized the game's well-balanced nature, describing it as an ideal family game free from any crowd disturbances.
Warren Lapworth at The Games Machine categorized it more as a board game experience than a traditional computer game, appealing both to football supporters and casual gamers.
Terry Pratt of Sinclair User criticized its steep cost and cumbersome components, mentioning that it is challenging to play alone and lacks the depth for championship-level competition.
Richard Bellis in Acorn User found the game entertaining with clear instructions and attractive packaging, appreciating how it automates tedious elements while leaving enjoyable aspects for the players.
According to Computer Gamer, despite numerous football simulations available at the time, this title stands out by offering distinctive challenges through its creative presentation—a commendable game that might have been unbeatable.
Reviews
- Amstrad Accion (Spanish)
- Aktueller Software Markt (German)
- Your Sinclair #19