NBA Fastbreak '98 PS1 box art

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NBA Fastbreak '98

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SystemPlayStation
Released1997
GenreSports
DeveloperVisual Concepts
PublisherMidway Home Entertainment
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

NBA Fastbreak '98 is a sports game released in 1997 for the PlayStation, developed by Visual Concepts and published by Midway Home Entertainment.

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.

Visual Concepts also made NHL 97, One and Viewpoint for the PS1.

NBA Fastbreak '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 need current teams and rosters

What playing NBA Fastbreak '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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

NBA Fastbreak '98 gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

NBA Fastbreak '98 cheats & codes

26 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Home Team Score Modifier800EB230 00??
Away Team Score Modifier800EB234 00??
Max Agility80168810 0063
Max Speed80168814 0063
Max Shooting8016881C 0063
Max Endurance80168820 0063

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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.

NBA Fastbreak '98 FAQ

When did NBA Fastbreak '98 come out on the PS1?

NBA Fastbreak '98 was released for the PlayStation in 1997.

Who made NBA Fastbreak '98?

It was developed by Visual Concepts and published by Midway Home Entertainment.

Is NBA Fastbreak '98 multiplayer?

Yes. NBA Fastbreak '98 supports up to 2 players.

How long does NBA Fastbreak '98 take to play?

As a sports game, NBA Fastbreak '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 NBA Fastbreak '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.

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