FIFA: Road to World Cup 98 Classic
Sega Saturn · Sports
FIFA 97
Certified classic
| System | Sega Saturn |
|---|---|
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | EA Vancouver |
| Publisher | EA Sports |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | FIFA |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 10 |
Developed by EA Vancouver and published by EA Sports, FIFA 97 arrived on the Sega Saturn as a sports game.
Among the 40 Saturn sports games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the FIFA series; on the Saturn you can also try FIFA Soccer 96 and FIFA: Road to World Cup 98. The series also appears on other systems with FIFA International Soccer (Master System) and FIFA International Soccer (Genesis). EA Vancouver also made The Need for Speed and NHL 98 for the Saturn.
FIFA 97 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 Saturn's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing FIFA 97 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
FIFA 97 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for FIFA 97.
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Playing Saturn games today
Many of the Saturn's best games never left Japan, and original discs can be expensive. Rec0m88 lists Saturn support for players who own their games.
FIFA 97 FAQ
Who made FIFA 97?
It was developed by EA Vancouver and published by EA Sports.
Is FIFA 97 multiplayer?
Yes. FIFA 97 supports up to 2 players.
How long does FIFA 97 take to play?
As a sports game, FIFA 97 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 FIFA 97 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.