Premier Manager 98 PS1 box art

PlayStation · Sports / Strategy

Premier Manager 98

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released1998
GenreSports, Strategy
DeveloperGremlin Interactive
PublisherGremlin Interactive
Players1–4 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesPremier Manager
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Developed by Gremlin Interactive, Premier Manager 98 arrived on the PlayStation in 1998 as a sports game. It blends sports and strategy elements.

It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II.

It is part of the Premier Manager series; on the PS1 you can also try Premier Manager: Ninety Nine and Premier Manager 2000. The series also appears on other systems with Premier Manager 97 (Genesis) and Premier Manager (Genesis). Gremlin Interactive also made Actua Soccer, Actua Golf and Re-Loaded for the PS1.

Premier Manager 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've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Premier Manager 98 gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Premier Manager 98 cheats & codes

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Premier Manager 98 walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

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Premier Manager 98 FAQ

When did Premier Manager 98 come out on the PS1?

Premier Manager 98 was released for the PlayStation in 1998.

Who made Premier Manager 98?

It was developed by Gremlin Interactive.

Is Premier Manager 98 multiplayer?

Yes. Premier Manager 98 supports up to 4 players.

How long does Premier Manager 98 take to play?

As a sports game, Premier Manager 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 Premier Manager 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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