2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa vs FIFA: Road to World Cup 98
Side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, ratings, and alternatives.
Step onto the world’s biggest stage with EA SPORTS 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa. Play as any of the 199 national teams that fought through qualification, and guide them from the early rounds all the way to a virtual recreation of the World Cup Final. All 10 official South African venues and regional stadiums are faithfully recreated, complete with confetti, streamers, and fireworks for that authentic tournament atmosphere. Enjoy both single‑player campaigns and split‑screen multiplayer, with online matchmaking via PlayStation Network or Xbox Live. New gameplay mechanics like altitude‑based fatigue and an injury system add strategic depth, making every match feel like the real thing.
FIFA: Road to World Cup 98 brings the thrill of international soccer to your computer, letting you guide national teams through the qualification process and the tournament itself. With realistic player stats and authentic stadiums, the game captures the atmosphere of the 1998 World Cup era. The title offers both single‑player campaigns and head‑to‑head multiplayer matches, delivering a classic EA Sports soccer experience that fans of the series will recognize and enjoy.
- Extensive roster of 199 national teams
- Authentic stadiums with detailed crowd effects
- Altitude fatigue adds strategic depth
- Robust online and split‑screen multiplayer
- Authentic 1998 World Cup atmosphere
- Large selection of national teams
- Multiplayer support on PC
- Detailed player stats
- Limited to PS3 and Xbox 360 platforms
- No next‑gen graphics enhancements
- Online matchmaking can be inconsistent
- Graphics are dated by modern standards
- Limited AI sophistication
- No online multiplayer
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The Verdict
AI-generated from listing dataFIFA: Road to World Cup 98 offers a classic PC experience with 172 teams and local two‑player mode, while 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa delivers a newer console‑focused game with 199 teams, online and split‑screen multiplayer, but only on PS3/Xbox 360.
Key differences
- •Platform: PC only (A) vs PS3/Xbox 360 only (B)
- •Team count: 172 national teams (A) vs 199 qualified teams (B)
- •Multiplayer: Local 2‑player on same PC (A) vs online matchmaking plus split‑screen (B)
- •Gameplay depth: Basic stats and weather (A) vs altitude fatigue, injuries, dynamic crowds (B)
- •Release era: 1997 graphics (A) vs 2010 engine, though not next‑gen (B)
Gameplay & fun factor
B adds altitude‑based fatigue, injuries, and richer crowd effects, increasing strategic depth.
Platform availability
A runs on PC; B is limited to PS3 and Xbox 360, excluding PC gamers.
Price & value
Both are one‑time purchases; A's price not listed, B costs $59.99.
Multiplayer / co‑op
B supports online matchmaking and local split‑screen; A only offers local two‑player on one PC.
Content & replayability
B features 199 teams, full qualification path, and all ten official stadiums plus regional venues.
Difficulty & accessibility
Both rated ESRB E; A has limited AI sophistication, B adds more variables, making them roughly comparable.
Graphics & performance
B, released in 2010, has newer graphics than A’s 1997‑era visuals, though neither uses next‑gen tech.
Choose 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa if…
Console gamers seeking the latest roster, online play, and richer simulation features.
Choose FIFA: Road to World Cup 98 if…
PC owners who want a nostalgic, straightforward World Cup game with local two‑player.
Common questions
Which game can I play on my Windows PC?
FIFA: Road to World Cup 98 runs on PC; 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa is only for PS3 and Xbox 360.
Do either of the games support online multiplayer?
Only the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa offers online matchmaking via PlayStation Network or Xbox Live.
How many national teams are included in each title?
Road to World Cup 98 includes 172 teams; 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa includes 199 qualified teams.