2002 FIFA World Cup Classic
PlayStation · Sports
World Cup 98
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Electronic Arts |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | FIFA World Cup |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 17 |
Developed by Electronic Arts, World Cup 98 arrived on the PlayStation in 1998 as a sports game.
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. Among the 248 PS1 sports games in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.
It is part of the FIFA World Cup series; on the PS1 you can also try 2002 FIFA World Cup. The series also appears on other systems with World Cup USA '94 (SNES) and 2006 FIFA World Cup (DS). Electronic Arts also made Need for Speed II, Need for Speed III: Hot Pursuit and NASCAR Rumble for the PS1.
World Cup 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 want to experience one of the PS1'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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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
7 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Home Team Score 0 | 801F7F50
0000 |
|---|---|
| Away Team Score 0 | 801F7F54
0000 |
| Home Team Score 9 | 801F7F50
0009 |
| Away Team Score 9 | 801F7F54
0009 |
| Always End of Half | 80130F70
00FF |
World Cup 98 walkthroughs & guides
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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.
World Cup 98 FAQ
When did World Cup 98 come out on the PS1?
World Cup 98 was released for the PlayStation in 1998.
Who made World Cup 98?
It was developed by Electronic Arts.
Is World Cup 98 multiplayer?
Yes. World Cup 98 supports up to 2 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.