FIFA Soccer 96 Classic
Super Nintendo · Sports
FIFA 97
Certified classic
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Extended Play Productions |
| Publisher | EA Sports |
| Players | 1–5 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | FIFA |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 25 |
Developed by Extended Play Productions and published by EA Sports, FIFA 97 arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1996 as a sports game. Depending on the region, you may also know it as FIFA Soccer 97.
It landed about 5 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1996 include Super Mario RPG, Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble! and Harvest Moon. Among the 209 SNES sports games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the FIFA series; on the SNES you can also try FIFA: Road to World Cup 98, FIFA Soccer 96 and FIFA International Soccer. The series also appears on other systems with FIFA International Soccer (Master System) and FIFA International Soccer (Genesis).
FIFA 97 supports up to 5 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 SNES'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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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 cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Pro Action Replay codes to start with:
| Score Modifier (Team 2) | 7E18D700 |
|---|---|
| Score Modifier (Team 1) | 7E18D600 |
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 SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
FIFA 97 FAQ
When did FIFA 97 come out on the SNES?
FIFA 97 was released for the Super Nintendo in 1996.
Who made FIFA 97?
It was developed by Extended Play Productions and published by EA Sports.
Is FIFA 97 multiplayer?
Yes. FIFA 97 supports up to 5 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.