NASCAR 98 is a stock car racing game released for the PlayStation in 1997 by EA Sports. It features cars, drivers, and tracks from the 1997 Winston Cup Series, complete with authentic commentary and its famous Southern rock soundtrack led by Molly Hatchet’s “Flirtin’ with Disaster”. Players can compete in single races, an entire championship season, or arcade-style modes that balance simulation mechanics with approachable driving.
How to Play
The objective is to master drafting and tire management to secure the lead over a pack of competing stock cars. Navigate your car using the Arrow keys for the D-pad. The PlayStation face buttons (Cross, Circle, Square, Triangle) are mapped to Z, X, A, and S on your keyboard, with Enter serving as Start and L1/R1/L2/R2 mapped to Q, W, E, R. Use the action buttons to accelerate, brake, and change camera views during the race.
Tips
- Pay attention to drafting; tucking in closely behind an opponent’s car reduces air resistance, giving you a burst of speed to slingshot past them on straightaways.
- In season mode, keep an eye on your tire wear and fuel gauge. Pitting at the right time is critical, as worn out tires severely compromise your handling on the steeper oval banks.
- If you want a break from serious racing, enter the code CRAZY as a password to unlock a mode where you can shoot paintballs at other cars.
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