Product Overview
- Product Name: NCAA Football 98
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Good
- Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
- Notes:
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- PS1 Game Disc: Yes
- Disc Count: 1
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Jewel Case*: Yes
- Extras:
Game Description
Step onto the gridiron with NCAA Football 98, the PlayStation debut of EA Sports’ celebrated college football franchise. Developed by the minds behind the Madden series, this entry brings the spirit, pageantry, and rivalries of college football to life with an impressive level of authenticity for its era. From roaring stadium crowds to team-specific playbooks, the game captures the distinct atmosphere that sets college football apart from the pros.
With over 100 Division I-A teams and official bowl game tie-ins, players can relive classic matchups or forge new dynasties. Whether you’re running the wishbone with a powerhouse program or pulling off Cinderella upsets, NCAA Football 98 lets fans experience the strategy and spectacle of college Saturdays from their own living room.
Gameplay Features
- Includes all Division I-A teams with authentic uniforms and stadiums
- Customizable playbooks and real collegiate formations like the option and wishbone
- Dynasty mode with full season play and bowl game appearances
- Signature EA Sports commentary and presentation style
- Team-specific fight songs and collegiate atmosphere effects
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
NCAA Football 98 was the first entry in the long-running NCAA Football series to appear on PlayStation and marked the transition from 16-bit to 32-bit college football simulations. It was built on an early version of the Madden NFL engine and helped lay the foundation for EA’s yearly NCAA titles, which became a staple of sports gaming for over a decade.
Additional Details
- Variant: Black Label
- Genre: Football
- Year Released: 1997
- Publisher: Electronic Arts
- Developer: EA Tiburon
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
- UPC: 014633078008
- SKU: 14201
- Format: Sony PlayStation 1 (PS1) video game disc
- Platform: Sony PlayStation 1 console (PS1 system)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
PS1 Game Disc Compatibility (NTSC Region)
This chart shows which systems support physical PS1 game discs:
| System | Supports PS1 Discs | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| PlayStation 1 | Yes | All models play PS1 discs. |
| PlayStation 2 | Yes | All models support PS1 game discs (fat and slim). |
| PlayStation 3 | Yes | All PS3 models support PS1 discs. |
| PlayStation 4 | No | PS1 discs are not supported. |
| PlayStation 5 | No | PS1 discs are not supported. |
| Polymega (Base Unit) | Yes | Supports original PS1 discs via disc drive (emulation-based; compatibility may vary by title). |
Note: Compatibility may vary on emulation-based or clone systems depending on specific disc version or copy protection used.
Important Information
- *Used jewel cases may be replaced with a brand new aftermarket one if damaged. Aftermarket cases may differ slightly in build quality from original PS1 jewel cases.
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- Used discs are professionally resurfaced via our commercial-grade repair system to remove scratches.
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