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NASCAR 98
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Stormfront Studios |
| Publisher | EA Sports |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | NASCAR |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
NASCAR 98 is a racing game released in 1997 for the PlayStation, developed by Stormfront Studios and published by EA Sports.
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 NASCAR series. The series also appears on other systems with NASCAR 98 (Saturn). Stormfront Studios also made Andretti Racing, Hot Wheels Turbo Racing and NASCAR 2000 for the PS1.
NASCAR 98 supports up to 2 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 want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing NASCAR 98 is like
Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.
Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.
NASCAR 98 cheats & codes
3 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Lap Time Is 00:00:000 | 800BF2FC
0000 |
|---|---|
| One Lap Needed To Finish Race | 800BF27A
0009 |
| Always Place First | 800BF2A8
0101 |
NASCAR 98 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for NASCAR 98.
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
NASCAR 98 FAQ
When did NASCAR 98 come out on the PS1?
NASCAR 98 was released for the PlayStation in 1997.
Who made NASCAR 98?
It was developed by Stormfront Studios and published by EA Sports.
Is NASCAR 98 multiplayer?
Yes. NASCAR 98 supports up to 2 players.
How long does NASCAR 98 take to play?
As a racing game, NASCAR 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 NASCAR 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.