Game Boy · Sports
FIFA 97
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Tiertex |
| Publisher | Black Pearl Software |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | FIFA |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Released for the Game Boy, FIFA 97 is a sports game developed by Tiertex and published by Black Pearl Software. Depending on the region, you may also know it as FIFA Soccer 97.
Among the 92 Game Boy sports games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
It is part of the FIFA series; on the Game Boy you can also try FIFA International Soccer, FIFA: Road to World Cup 98 and FIFA Soccer 96. The series also appears on other systems with FIFA International Soccer (Master System) and FIFA International Soccer (Genesis). Tiertex also made NBA Live 96, Olympic Summer Games and The Hunchback of Notre Dame: Topsy Turvy Games for the Game Boy.
FIFA 97 is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing FIFA 97 is like
Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.
Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
FIFA 97 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for FIFA 97.
If you like FIFA 97, the Matrix also picks…
FIFA International Soccer Classic
FIFA 08 Classic
FIFA 09 Classic
FIFA Soccer 95 Classic
FIFA Soccer 96 Classic
FIFA 07 Classic
FIFA 10 Classic
Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
FIFA 97 FAQ
Who made FIFA 97?
It was developed by Tiertex and published by Black Pearl Software.
Is FIFA 97 multiplayer?
No. FIFA 97 is a single-player game.
How long does FIFA 97 take to play?
As a sports game, FIFA 97 typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about FIFA 97 on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.