Sega Sports NFL 98

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Sega Sports NFL 98 is an arcade football game built for the Sega Mega Drive/Genesis. Released in 1997, it leans into fast-paced controls and simplified mechanics, letting you run plays, throw passes, and tackle opponents with button mashing. The single-player mode offers a campaign with licensed teams and leagues while the multiplayer lets you compete locally. It's a no-frills take on American football that prioritizes action over realism. This title is often overshadowed by its 1997 contemporaries but holds a niche for its aggressive button-mashing gameplay. It's a product of its time with pixelated graphics and limited team rosters but the physical copy remains a collector’s item among Genesis sports games. If you’re after a throwback to early arcade football it’s a short but punchy experience.