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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports
FIFA 98: Road to World Cup
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | EA Sports |
| Publisher | EA Sports |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | FIFA |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1997, FIFA 98: Road to World Cup is a sports game developed by EA Sports.
It landed about 8 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1997 include NHL 98, Madden NFL 98 and Mario Andretti Racing.
It is part of the FIFA series; on the Genesis you can also try FIFA International Soccer, FIFA Soccer 95 and FIFA 97. The series also appears on other systems with FIFA International Soccer (Master System) and FIFA 97 (SNES). EA Sports also made NBA Live 96, NHL 98 and Mario Andretti Racing for the Genesis.
FIFA 98: Road to World Cup 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've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing FIFA 98: Road to World Cup 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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 98: Road to World Cup cheats & codes
6 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Team 1 Score Modifier (P1) | FFF89B:XX |
|---|---|
| Team 2 Score Modifier (P2/CPU) | FFF89C:XX |
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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 98: Road to World Cup FAQ
When did FIFA 98: Road to World Cup come out on the Genesis?
FIFA 98: Road to World Cup was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1997.
Who made FIFA 98: Road to World Cup?
It was developed by EA Sports.
Is FIFA 98: Road to World Cup multiplayer?
Yes. FIFA 98: Road to World Cup supports up to 4 players.
How long does FIFA 98: Road to World Cup take to play?
As a sports game, FIFA 98: Road to World Cup 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.
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