{"product_id":"fifa-soccer-97-game-boy-pre-owned-cartridge-only","title":"FIFA Soccer 97 (Game Boy) - Pre-Owned (Cartridge Only)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFIFA Soccer 97 builds on the foundation of FIFA 96 with smoother gameplay, improved animations, and expanded presentation across both 16‑bit and 32‑bit platforms. Featuring real players, authentic clubs, and the return of EA’s “Virtual Stadium” technology on newer systems, the game delivers a more fluid, dynamic soccer experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-content\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal Players \u0026amp; Authentic Teams\u003c\/strong\u003e  Features licensed players and clubs from leagues around the world, reflecting the 1996–97 season.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved Player Animation System\u003c\/strong\u003e  Smoother dribbling, passing, and shooting animations create a more natural flow compared to earlier FIFA titles.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple Game Modes: \u003c\/strong\u003eExhibition Match for quick play. League Mode with full season progression. Playoffs \u0026amp; Tournaments for knockout‑style competition. Indoor Soccer Mode (on 32‑bit versions), offering fast, arcade‑style 6‑a‑side matches\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced AI Behavior\u003c\/strong\u003e  Smarter positioning, more aggressive defending, and improved goalkeeper reactions add challenge and realism.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVirtual Stadium Technology (32‑bit versions)\u003c\/strong\u003e  Dynamic camera angles follow the action in a pseudo‑3D environment, giving matches a more cinematic feel.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpanded Tactical Options\u003c\/strong\u003e  Adjust formations, strategies, and player roles before and during matches.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety of Camera Views\u003c\/strong\u003e  Choose from overhead, sideline, end‑to‑end, and dynamic angles depending on platform.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor Arena Matches\u003c\/strong\u003e  A fan‑favorite mode featuring smaller fields, walls instead of out‑of‑bounds, and faster, more chaotic gameplay.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: The copy of this video game is pre-owned and has been verified functional on original hardware by Papa Joey’s Collectibles. No original case or manual included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Papa Joey's Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42167814619191,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/1557\/0231\/files\/MG_9310.webp?v=1774990429","url":"https:\/\/papajoeys.com\/products\/fifa-soccer-97-game-boy-pre-owned-cartridge-only","provider":"Papa Joey's Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}