NFL '97 Saturn box art

Sega Saturn · Sports

NFL '97

Deep cut

SystemSega Saturn
Released1996
GenreSports
DeveloperSega
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the Sega Saturn in 1996, NFL '97 is a sports game developed by Sega.

It came out in the Saturn's second year on the market. Other notable Saturn releases from 1996 include Guardian Heroes, Saturn Bomberman and Shining the Holy Ark.

Sega also made Clockwork Knight, Magic Knight Rayearth and Golden Axe: The Duel for the Saturn.

NFL '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've played the Saturn hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

NFL '97 gameplay screenshot on Saturn
In-game screenshot (Saturn)

NFL '97 cheats & codes

11 codes on file (Action Replay). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Home Team Scores 016095A8A0000
Home Team Scores 016095A960000
Infinite Time to Choose Your Play16092B8E 06A0
Infinite Time16092B8A 34BC
Infinite Time Outs Home Team16095A82 0004
No Time Outs Home Team16095A82 0000

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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.

NFL '97 FAQ

When did NFL '97 come out on the Saturn?

NFL '97 was released for the Sega Saturn in 1996.

Who made NFL '97?

It was developed by Sega.

Is NFL '97 multiplayer?

Yes. NFL '97 supports up to 2 players.

How long does NFL '97 take to play?

As a sports game, NFL '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 NFL '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.

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