Jikkyou World Cup France '98 is one of those N64 soccer games that actually feels like you're playing the real thing—well, as close as you could get in '98, anyway. The animations are surprisingly smooth for the era, and there's something weirdly satisfying about the way the players kick the ball with just the right amount of weight. You pick your team (obviously Brazil if you're not messing around), and suddenly you're in the middle of a match with crowds chanting and commentators yelling in Japanese. The controls take a minute to get used to, but once you figure out the through-balls, it clicks.

It’s not just arcade-style kicking either—there’s actual strategy here. You’ll tweak formations, sub players, and curse when your striker misses an open goal. The World Cup mode nails the tournament vibe, complete with group stages and knockout rounds. And yeah, the graphics are blocky by today’s standards, but the energy holds up. If you’ve ever wanted to relive France '98 without the VHS-quality replays, this is your shot.