Summary
- Release Year: 1998
- Genres: Sport
- Platforms: Nintendo 64, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation
- Developers: EA Canada
- Publishers: EA Sports, Gradiente
World Cup 98 (1998)
Overview
World Cup 98 is a soccer video game developed and published by EA Sports. It was released in May 1998 for the PlayStation, Nintendo 64, and Windows. The game is based on the 1998 FIFA World Cup, which was held in France.
World Cup 98 is one of the most popular soccer video games of all time. It was praised for its realistic gameplay, detailed graphics, and immersive atmosphere. The game also features a variety of modes, including a tournament mode, a league mode, and a friendly match mode.
Gameplay
World Cup 98’s gameplay is based on the FIFA Soccer Engine, which was also used in FIFA 98. The game features realistic player animations, detailed ball physics, and a variety of different camera angles.
Players can control a team of 11 players on the field. They can pass, shoot, dribble, and tackle the ball. Players can also perform special moves, such as bicycle kicks and volleys.
The game features a variety of different game modes, including a tournament mode, a league mode, and a friendly match mode. In the tournament mode, players can play through the entire 1998 FIFA World Cup. In the league mode, players can create their own custom league and compete against other teams. In the friendly match mode, players can play a single match against another team.
Graphics
World Cup 98’s graphics are some of the best in any soccer video game at the time of its release. The game features detailed player models, realistic stadiums, and lush grass textures. The game also uses a variety of different camera angles to give players a variety of perspectives on the action.
Sound
World Cup 98’s sound is also top-notch. The game features realistic crowd noise, commentary from John Motson and Andy Gray, and a variety of different sound effects. The game’s music is also very good, and it helps to create an immersive atmosphere.
Reception
World Cup 98 was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its realistic gameplay, detailed graphics, and immersive atmosphere. The game also sold over 10 million copies worldwide.
World Cup 98 is still considered one of the best soccer video games of all time. It is a classic game that is still enjoyed by many people today.
Review
World Cup 98 is a fantastic soccer video game. It has realistic gameplay, detailed graphics, and an immersive atmosphere. The game also features a variety of different game modes, including a tournament mode, a league mode, and a friendly match mode.
If you are a fan of soccer video games, then you need to check out World Cup 98. It is a classic game that is still enjoyed by many people today.
Score: 9/10
Pros:
- Realistic gameplay
- Detailed graphics
- Immersive atmosphere
- Variety of different game modes
Cons:
- Some of the animations are a bit stiff
- The commentary can be repetitive at times
Review Score
7.5/10