PlayStation · Sports
Madden NFL 98
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Tiburon Entertainment |
| Publisher | EA Sports (Electronic Arts) |
| Players | 1–8 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Madden NFL |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Madden NFL 98 is a sports game released in 1997 for the PlayStation, developed by Tiburon Entertainment and published by EA Sports (Electronic Arts).
It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D.
It is part of the Madden NFL series; on the PS1 you can also try Madden NFL 2004, Madden NFL 2002 and Madden NFL 2005. The series also appears on other systems with John Madden Football (C64) and Madden NFL '94 (SNES). Tiburon Entertainment also made Soviet Strike for the PS1.
Madden NFL 98 supports up to 8 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 PS1 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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
11 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Away Team Infinite Time-Outs | 80089E2A
0004 |
|---|---|
| Away Team No Time-Outs | 80089E2A
0000 |
| Infinite Time To Choose Play | 8007DB8A
0016 |
| Home Team Score Modifier | 80087CBC
???? |
| Away Team Score Modifier | 80089E28
???? |
| Home Team Infinite Time-Outs | 80087CBE
0004 |
Madden NFL 98 walkthroughs & guides
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Madden NFL 98 FAQ
When did Madden NFL 98 come out on the PS1?
Madden NFL 98 was released for the PlayStation in 1997.
Who made Madden NFL 98?
It was developed by Tiburon Entertainment and published by EA Sports (Electronic Arts).
Is Madden NFL 98 multiplayer?
Yes. Madden NFL 98 supports up to 8 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.