World Cup 98 Classic
Nintendo 64 · Sports
FIFA 99
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | EA Sports |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | FIFA Soccer |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 21 |
Released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998, FIFA 99 is a sports game developed by EA Sports and published by Electronic Arts.
It landed about 2 years into the N64's life. Other notable N64 releases from 1998 include The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, 1080° Snowboarding and Mario Party. Among the 95 N64 sports games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
It is part of the FIFA Soccer series; on the N64 you can also try FIFA: Road to World Cup 98, World Cup 98 and FIFA Soccer 64. EA Sports also made Madden Football 64, Madden NFL 2000 and Madden NFL 2001 for the N64.
FIFA 99 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 N64's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing FIFA 99 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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 99 cheats & codes
56 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Activator 1 P1 | D00186E4 0000 |
|---|---|
| Activator 2 P1 | D00186E5 0000 |
| Dual Activator P1 | D10186E4 0000 |
| Activator 1 P2 | D00186EC 0000 |
| Activator 2 P2 | D00186ED 0000 |
| Dual Activator P2 | D10186EC 0000 |
FIFA 99 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for FIFA 99.
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FIFA: Road to World Cup 98 Classic
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Madden Football 64 Deep cut
Madden NFL 2000 Deep cut
Playing N64 games today
The N64 is at its best with friends on the couch: its library is packed with four-player party, racing and shooter games. Selected titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
FIFA 99 FAQ
When did FIFA 99 come out on the N64?
FIFA 99 was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998.
Who made FIFA 99?
It was developed by EA Sports and published by Electronic Arts.
Is FIFA 99 multiplayer?
Yes. FIFA 99 supports up to 4 players.
How long does FIFA 99 take to play?
As a sports game, FIFA 99 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 99 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.