Play World Cup 98 Online

I picked up World Cup 98 for the Game Boy around the time of the actual tournament. It was developed by Tiertex and published by THQ, one of many sports titles trying to capture the moment on the handheld. The Game Boy was already showing its age next to newer systems, but it was perfect for quick games on the go, and this one fit right in with that portable, pick-up-and-play spirit.

You control a national team through the World Cup tournament, moving your players with the D-pad and executing passes and shots with the buttons. The main objective is to win each match and ultimately lift the trophy. The gameplay is fast and simplified, focusing on quick through balls and frantic shots on goal rather than complex tactics. Matches are short, and the difficulty feels fair, with a noticeable challenge in the later knockout stages. It captures the chaotic fun of a five-a-side game, condensed into a few minutes of pure, low-res football.