FIFA 99 Classic
Nintendo 64 · Sports
World Cup 98
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | EA Sports |
| Publisher | EA Sports |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | FIFA Soccer |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 17 |
Released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998, World Cup 98 is a sports game developed by EA Sports.
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 #7 by legacy score.
It is part of the FIFA Soccer series; on the N64 you can also try FIFA: Road to World Cup 98, FIFA 99 and FIFA Soccer 64. EA Sports also made Madden Football 64, Madden NFL 2000 and Madden NFL 2001 for the N64.
World Cup 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 want to experience one of the N64's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing World Cup 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
World Cup 98 cheats & codes
20 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Activator 1 P1 | D002DE18 0000 |
|---|---|
| Activator 2 P1 | D002DE19 0000 |
| Dual Activator P1 | D102DE18 0000 |
| 16-Bit Activator P1 | D1015DA4 0000 |
| 16-Bit Activator P2 | D1015DAC 0000 |
| 16-Bit Activator P3 | D1015DB4 0000 |
World Cup 98 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for World Cup 98.
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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.
World Cup 98 FAQ
When did World Cup 98 come out on the N64?
World Cup 98 was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998.
Who made World Cup 98?
It was developed by EA Sports.
Is World Cup 98 multiplayer?
Yes. World Cup 98 supports up to 4 players.
How long does World Cup 98 take to play?
As a sports game, World Cup 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 World Cup 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.