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"Nagano Winter Olympics '98," developed by Konami, is a sports simulation video game that was released for the Nintendo 64 console in 1998. The game is officially licensed by the International Olympic Committee and based on the 1998 Winter Olympics held in Nagano, Japan. It features a variety of winter sports events, offering players the opportunity to compete in exhilarating Olympic disciplines such as Alpine skiing, snowboarding, speed skating, bobsledding, and ski jumping. Each event is designed to replicate the excitement and challenge of the actual Olympic games, complete with realistic physics and 3D graphics that were cutting-edge for the time.

The gameplay in "Nagano Winter Olympics '98" can be experienced through several modes, including Olympic mode, where players strive to win medals and achieve personal bests, and Championship mode, which allows for a series of events back-to-back. The game supports up to four players in some events, making it an engaging multiplayer experience. Notably, it was one of the early sports games on the N64 to utilize the console’s capabilities for 3D graphics, providing a more immersive experience for players. Despite mixed reviews regarding its controls and graphics, the game has earned a place in the hearts of many nostalgic players for its attempt at bringing the thrill and spirit of the Winter Olympics into the gaming world.

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