{"product_id":"nagano-winter-olympics-98-nintendo-64-very-good-loose","title":"Nagano Winter Olympics '98 - Nintendo 64 (Very Good, Loose)","description":"\u003c!-- ==================== PRODUCT OVERVIEW ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nagano Winter Olympics '98\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew or Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn Box or Loose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSave Battery Status*:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Applicable – Does Not Use Battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean and well-kept Nintendo 64 cartridge of Nagano Winter Olympics '98, this copy is in very good condition with light signs of prior use and a solid overall appearance. The label remains fully intact with clear detail and only minor surface wear, helping it display nicely among other sports titles. Cartridge shell shows minimal handling wear, and the contacts are clean and tested to ensure consistent, reliable performance. Instruction manual is included, adding a nice touch for completeness. A well-presented example that’s ready for your next run at Olympic gold across classic winter events like downhill skiing and bobsleigh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== WHAT’S INCLUDED ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eN64 Game Cartridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual \/ Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Retail Box:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtras:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== GAME DESCRIPTION ==================== --\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eGame Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Chase gold across icy slopes and frozen arenas in \u003cstrong\u003eNagano Winter Olympics '98\u003c\/strong\u003e, a multi-event winter sports challenge that brings the excitement of international competition to the \u003cstrong\u003eNintendo 64\u003c\/strong\u003e console. From the rush of downhill skiing to the tension of perfectly timed ski jumps, each event demands precise inputs and sharp reflexes as you compete against the world’s best. The variety of disciplines creates a constantly shifting rhythm, where every event feels like a new test of timing, control, and composure under pressure.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Built around the official 1998 Winter Games, \u003cstrong\u003eNagano Winter Olympics '98\u003c\/strong\u003e stands out as a unique \u003cem\u003ewinter sports game for the Nintendo 64\u003c\/em\u003e that captures the spirit of Olympic competition across multiple disciplines. Success depends on mastering each event’s distinct mechanics, rewarding players who adapt quickly and refine their technique. As a licensed Olympic physical cartridge release, it remains an interesting addition for retro sports collectors and fans of classic multi-event competition titles.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eGameplay Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCompete across Olympic events like alpine skiing, bobsleigh, luge, and curling, each with distinct timing-based controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaster ski jumping in K90 and K120 events, balancing launch timing and in-air positioning for maximum distance\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRace downhill courses and slalom runs where precise turns and speed management determine final times\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTake on curling matches that require strategic stone placement and controlled power for accurate shots\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eProgress through Olympic and Championship modes, combining multiple events to compete for overall gold medals\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Trivia or Fun Fact\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eNagano Winter Olympics '98\u003c\/strong\u003e was developed and published by \u003cstrong\u003eKonami\u003c\/strong\u003e as part of its long-running \u003cem\u003eTrack \u0026amp; Field \/ Hyper Sports\u003c\/em\u003e lineage, bringing its arcade-style multi-event design into the 1998 Winter Olympics setting. Released alongside the real-world Nagano Games in Japan, it features a wide range of winter disciplines including skiing, skating, bobsleigh, and curling. It also stands as one of the final officially licensed Olympic titles on a Nintendo home console before later Olympic-themed collaborations appeared years afterward.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== ADDITIONAL DETAILS ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAdditional Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== e.g. Standard Release, Player’s Choice, NFR ==================== --\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear Released:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1998\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Konami\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeveloper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Konami\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESRB Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e E - Everyone\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 083717180036\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3841\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo 64 Video Game Cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo 64 System (N64 Video Game Console)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e NTSC (North America, Canada)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== IMPORTANT INFORMATION ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e*Save battery (if present) has been tested or replaced and is verified working at the time of listing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePhotos show the exact item for sale — \u003cem\u003ewe never use stock images for used games\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAll used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBacked by Retro Game Fan’s 60-day warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Konami","offers":[{"title":"pVGL","offer_id":42671190278231,"sku":"3841","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/4235\/files\/N64-Nagano-Winter-Olympics-98-Very-Good-Loose-1-Cartridge-Manual.webp?v=1775691339","url":"https:\/\/retrogamefan.com\/products\/nagano-winter-olympics-98-nintendo-64-very-good-loose","provider":"Retro Game Fan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}