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A classic 1997 hockey game with faster gameplay, four action buttons, on-the-fly tactics and new commentators. Graphics were improved, including 3Dfx support.
What defines NHL 98:
The closest matches for NHL 98 are FIFA 99, International Superstar Soccer Deluxe and FIFA Soccer 06. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes NHL 98 special – the reasons are listed right on each game.
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A classic late-90s football sim featuring leagues and clubs from across Europe, including the new European Dream League. A nostalgic pick for couch matches against friends.
97 %
Realistic visuals
A 1990s Konami football game featuring national teams and fluid arcade-style play, best enjoyed in head-to-head matches against friends.
97 %
Realistic visuals
A classic entry in the FIFA football series with more responsive players and a reworked first touch system that makes freestyle moves and placed passes easier. It shines most in local multiplayer matches against friends.
97 %
Realistic visuals
EA Sports' 2008 football entry delivers realistic matches, official licenses and strong multiplayer fun, whether on the couch or online. Improved animations and modes like Be a Pro add to the appeal.
96 %
Realistic visuals
EA Canada's football simulation with licensed teams and leagues, best enjoyed in head-to-head matches against friends. As the last entry on GameCube and Xbox, it also marks the shift to the next console generation.
96 %
Gameplay comes before story
A late-90s wrestling brawler featuring WWF superstars, signature and finishing moves, special matches like Steel Cage, and four-player bouts. A create-a-wrestler mode lets you build your own fighters.
96 %
Bright, upbeat tone
SNK's arcade-style soccer game with twelve national teams competing in the SNK Cup, first in group play and then in knockout rounds. Fast, simple matches that work especially well against a friend.
95 %
Realistic visuals
The 2007 entry in EA's football series delivers realistic match simulation, licensed teams and leagues, and strong multiplayer for couch or online matches.
95 %
Realistic visuals
An official EA football game for the 2010 World Cup, featuring all 199 qualifying nations and the real stadiums. You can play through qualification and the tournament up to the final, solo or against friends.
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Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
The official video game of the 2008 Beijing Olympics, where you compete across many events such as sprinting, swimming and weightlifting. It relies on fast, rhythmic button inputs and local competition with friends for gold.