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Adidas Power Soccer 98 ROM Description
Adidas Power Soccer 98, which was released in 1998, is a soccer game that straddles the line between simulation and arcade. This game, which was created by Shen and released by Psygnosis, is disguised with the renowned Adidas logo. It tries to provide a balanced gaming experience as an improved version of the original, but it falls short in a few areas.
The two game modes—arcade and simulation—neither perfectly capture the spirit of what they are meant to represent. While the arcade mode offers more flash than NBA Jam-style theatrics, the simulation mode isn’t a precise replica of real-world soccer dynamics. The controls require some getting used to; they are not as responsive as in FIFA 98 and have different speeds that appear to change depending on how close you are to the soccer ball. Although the game stumbles on the critical component of player switching, special techniques like flick-passes and brief dribbles do give some tactical depth. As a result, you feel less like a smart gamer and more like a spectator of random on-field movements.
Furthermore, the teammate AI in Adidas Power Soccer 98 seems to be on vacation, in contrast to the opponent AI, who shows to be a formidable foe. The AI may be frustrating when it comes to things like your goalie acting sloppily or your fullbacks staring off into the distance. You get the impression of being a soccer superhero thanks to the speed burst function, which is amusing in arcade mode but ridiculous in simulation mode. An intriguing element to the gameplay is that as you sprint, you not only outpace your opponents but also make it difficult for yourself to manage the ball.
FIFA 98 has more polished visuals than this game offers. But where it really excels is in the camera work, which pans and zooms to give the impression that the game is being broadcast on television. It’s so fluid and dynamic that it practically takes on a life of its own. With just 427 teams to choose from, the settings menu is a mixed bag in terms of customisation.
Notwithstanding its peculiarities and shortcomings, soccer game enthusiasts may find the game rewarding due to its innovative ball-handling mechanics and excellent camera work. There is fun to be enjoyed if one is prepared to ignore its flaws. If you’re interested in this, why limit yourself to reading about it? Get the Adidas Power Soccer 98 ROM from ROMsdl.NET for your PSX emulator to start playing. And if you’re searching for something else, consider giving a random ROM like Crash Bandicoot a go for an entirely new experience. Until you play the game, you’ll never experience the excitement!
| Filename | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adidas Power Soccer 98 (Europe) (EnFrDeEsItNl) | 365.09 M | Redump - 7Z |
| Adidas Power Soccer 98 (France) (Demo) | 275.9 M | Redump - 7Z |
| Adidas Power Soccer 98 (Germany) (Demo) | 275.86 M | Redump - 7Z |
| Adidas Power Soccer 98 (USA) | 365.98 M | Redump - 7Z |
| Adidas Power Soccer 98 (Europe) (EnFrDeEsItNl).chd | 463.84 M | CHD Format |
| Adidas Power Soccer 98 (USA).chd | 468.29 M | CHD Format |
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