Play Rugby World Cup ’95 Online

Rugby World Cup '95 came out for the Sega Genesis in 1994, published by EA Sports. It was part of that wave of mid-90s sports titles that tried to bring a complex, physical game to a console better known for faster, simpler action. It didn't have the polish or fame of its soccer cousin, FIFA, but it had a rough charm all its own.

You control a team of fifteen players, cycling through them to pass, kick, and tackle your way down the field. The main objective is to score more points than the opposing team through tries, conversions, or drop goals. Key mechanics include timing button presses for successful passes to avoid knock-ons, and engaging in scrums and lineouts where winning depends on quick reflexes and player positioning. The game moves at a deliberate, sometimes sluggish pace, and the difficulty spikes sharply against better teams, making possession a constant struggle. It feels like a gritty, slightly clumsy simulation of the sport's chaos.