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NASCAR 98 (PlayStation)

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EA Sports' first NASCAR release isn't all that shabby, aside from analog controls that can make one's head spin.

Revisional Differences#

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NASCAR '98 was rereleased in 1998 to coincide with NASCAR's 50th Anniversary. This version has very minor differences to the original release, but these are worth mentioning here.

Intro#

Original

Collector's Edition

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Title Screen#

Original

Collector's Edition

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Original

Collector's Edition

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Content Changes#

  • Darlington Raceway is added, replacing Belmont International Raceway, a fictional road course.
  • NASCAR legend Richard Petty (#43, with Dodge Charger-style front) replaces Geoff Bodine (#7). Richard Petty's cars appear prominently in the title and main menu screens, as described above.