Cage Soccer Guide: Basic controls
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OverviewCage Soccer is a street football game played on a walled pitch with real ball physics, supporting up to eight players per match.
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⚽ Cage Soccer [beta]
Basic controls
Step
Every action in the game maps to one of these inputs. The game works with mouse and keyboard, a controller, or a mobile device.
- Shoot left-click. Hold it to build power; tap it quickly to knock the ball forward instead.
- Curl hold Q and steer with WASD to bend the shot.
- Pass right-click to send the ball to a teammate.
- Flick press Space to pop the ball into the air. When you have no ball, the same key jumps.
- Dribble hold Ctrl to enter a low dribble stance and keep the ball at your feet.
- Sprint hold Shift to run faster, or double-tap Shift for a short speed burst.
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Advanced striking techniques
Tips
The game reads where the ball is and which way you are facing, then lets you attempt different kinds of strikes.
- Hit a volley by shooting while the ball is still in the air — connect before it drops.
- Head the ball by pressing the shoot button while you are jumping and the ball is at head height.
- Attempt an overhead kick by facing away from goal and shooting while airborne.
Stamina — how it drains and refills
Check
Sprinting and tackling both burn through your stamina bar. Landing a good pass, tackle, or block automatically puts some of it back.
- Watch the stamina bar on screen.
- Land clean passes, tackles, and blocks to trigger the automatic refill.
Defensive moves
Step
Use the right technique for the situation.
- Tackle press E to shoulder into the opponent and strip the ball from them.
- Slide tackle commit to the tackle with E and hold low to slide in.
- Block hold Ctrl to take a blocking stance and deflect incoming shots.
- Keeper dive as the goalkeeper, jump and press shoot near the goal line to dive at the ball.
Team play in an eight-player match
Tips
With up to eight players on the pitch the cage gets crowded fast.
- Look for the unmarked teammate before shooting.
- Stay close to the ball carrier when you are not in possession so you can pick up a rebound or short pass.
- Remember that successful passes, tackles, and blocks refill your stamina.
Glossary
Glossary- Volley
- A shot struck while the ball is still airborne, before it touches the ground.
- Header
- A shot made with your head by pressing the shoot button while jumping and at the right height.
- Overhead kick
- An airborne shot performed while facing away from the target.
- Flick
- Pressing Space with the ball at your feet to lift it into the air; the same key jumps when you have no ball.
- Slide tackle
- A low sliding defensive move triggered by pressing the tackle key and holding a low position.
- Ball cam
- An alternative camera angle centered on the ball, activated by holding R.
- Dribble stance
- Holding Ctrl to keep the ball close to your feet while moving.
Common questions
FAQHow many players can be in one match?
Up to eight players can join a single match.
Can I play on a controller or phone?
Yes — the game supports mouse and keyboard, controllers, and mobile devices.
How do I get my stamina back mid-match?
Landing a good pass, a clean tackle, or a successful block automatically refills part of your stamina bar.
What is the difference between a quick tap and a held shot?
A quick tap on left-click knocks the ball forward with less force. Holding the button builds up power for a harder, longer-range shot.
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