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A classic 1998 ice hockey game with an accessible arcade feel, international teams, several game modes and coaching strategies suited to newcomers and fans.
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The closest matches for NHL 99 are FIFA 2000: Major League Soccer, FIFA Soccer 96 and World Cup 98. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes NHL 99 special – the reasons are listed right on each game.
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A late-90s football simulation with licensed teams and leagues, built for quick matches alone or with friends on the same machine. The seventh main FIFA entry reflects the early 3D era of the genre.
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An early 3D football entry in the FIFA series on PlayStation, featuring licensed teams and players. It is often seen as the first truly successful FIFA and set the stage for the annual sequels.
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Football game based on the 1998 World Cup in France, featuring the full tournament with real or randomized groups and recreated venues. Group matches end without extra time, while knockout games can go to extra time and penalties like the real event.
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A classic turn-of-the-millennium football game featuring over 50 national teams and 17 leagues. Motion-captured animations and authentic licences deliver a realistic feel, especially in head-to-head matches with friends.
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97 %
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A mid-90s football sim with John Motson's commentary, smooth MotionBlending animations and a choice between arcade and simulation styles. League and cup modes plus interactive replays round out the package.
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A classic Konami football sim for the PlayStation with a rebuilt engine, new animations, club teams for the first time and a deep player editor. Its fluid play shines especially in head-to-head matches with friends on one console.
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A classic 90s basketball game from EA Sports with the NBA license, featuring real teams and players from the 1997-98 season. Best enjoyed in head-to-head matches on a single console.
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A classic 2002 EA football sim with improved ball control, new player animations and Freestyle Control for feints and one-touch passes. Licensed clubs, stadiums and authentic chants give it matchday atmosphere.
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The official game of the 2002 World Cup in Korea and Japan, built on the FIFA 2002 engine with all qualified nations, stadiums and country stats. Great for quick tournaments solo or on the couch with friends.
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A realism-focused 90s basketball game featuring all NBA teams, All-Star squads and a player creator. It offers exhibition games, full seasons and playoffs, along with dozens of offensive and defensive set plays.
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