FIFA International Soccer Classic
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports
FIFA 97
Certified classic
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | XYZ |
| Publisher | EA Sports |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | FIFA |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 10 |
Developed by XYZ and published by EA Sports, FIFA 97 arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive as a sports game. Depending on the region, you may also know it as FIFA Soccer 97.
Among the 208 Genesis sports games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
It is part of the FIFA series; on the Genesis you can also try FIFA International Soccer, FIFA Soccer 95 and FIFA Soccer 96. The series also appears on other systems with FIFA International Soccer (Master System) and FIFA 97 (SNES).
FIFA 97 supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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 cheats & codes
1 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Team 1 Score Modifier (P1) | FFF8A2:0000 |
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FIFA 97 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for FIFA 97.
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Playing Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
FIFA 97 FAQ
Who made FIFA 97?
It was developed by XYZ and published by EA Sports.
Is FIFA 97 multiplayer?
Yes. FIFA 97 supports up to 4 players.
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.