Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports
Madden NFL 98
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Tiertex |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Madden NFL |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1997, Madden NFL 98 is a sports game developed by Tiertex and published by Electronic Arts.
It landed about 8 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1997 include NHL 98, Mario Andretti Racing and World Series Baseball '98.
It is part of the Madden NFL series; on the Genesis you can also try Madden NFL '94, John Madden Football and John Madden Football '93. The series also appears on other systems with Madden NFL 2004 (PS1) and Madden NFL 2002 (PS1). Tiertex also made Strider II and Journey from Darkness: Strider Returns for the Genesis.
Madden NFL 98 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 Madden NFL 98 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Madden NFL 98 cheats & codes
7 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Points | FFBE60:0063 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | FFBE66:0063 |
| Max Scrambling | FFBE64:0063 |
| Max Pass Accuracy | FFBE68:0063 |
| Max Pass Range | FFBE6A:0063 |
| Max Break Tackles | FFBE6C:0063 |
Madden NFL 98 walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Madden NFL 98 FAQ
When did Madden NFL 98 come out on the Genesis?
Madden NFL 98 was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1997.
Who made Madden NFL 98?
It was developed by Tiertex and published by Electronic Arts.
Is Madden NFL 98 multiplayer?
Yes. Madden NFL 98 supports up to 4 players.
How long does Madden NFL 98 take to play?
As a sports game, Madden NFL 98 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 Madden NFL 98 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.