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Game Overview

International Rugby (Europe) for the Sega Genesis is one of those games that makes you realize how much fun rugby can be when it’s stripped down to its chaotic, shoulder-charging basics. The graphics are pure 16-bit—blocky players, muddy fields—but the action is fast and surprisingly fluid once you get the hang of it.

You’ll spend the first few minutes figuring out how to pass without getting flattened (hint: don’t hold onto the ball too long) and realizing drop goals are way harder than they look. The controls are simple—no fancy moves here—but timing a perfect tackle or breaking through a defensive line feels weirdly satisfying. It’s got that classic SEGA arcade energy, where matches can turn into frantic scrambles in the blink of an eye.

Sure, it’s rough around the edges compared to modern sports games, but that’s part of the charm. If you’ve ever wanted a rugby game that’s more about adrenaline than realism, this one’s still a solid pick. Just watch out for those late-game injuries—your players don’t exactly bounce back.