FIFA 97 Classic
Super Nintendo · Sports
Winter Gold
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Funcom |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–8 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Winter Gold is a sports game released in 1996 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Funcom and published by Nintendo.
It landed about 5 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1996 include Super Mario RPG, FIFA 97 and Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble!.
Funcom also made Daze Before Christmas and NBA Hangtime for the SNES.
Winter Gold supports up to 8 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
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Winter Gold 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Winter Gold walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Winter Gold.
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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.
Winter Gold FAQ
When did Winter Gold come out on the SNES?
Winter Gold was released for the Super Nintendo in 1996.
Who made Winter Gold?
It was developed by Funcom and published by Nintendo.
Is Winter Gold multiplayer?
Yes. Winter Gold supports up to 8 players.
How long does Winter Gold take to play?
As a sports game, Winter Gold 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 Winter Gold 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.