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Vintage PC CD-ROM copy of ARL 96 Rugby League, a sports video game published by Electronic Arts
- Game Name: ARL 96 Rugby League
- Developer/Publisher: Electronic Arts (EA Sports)
- Platform: PC (Windows/DOS CD-ROM)
- Key Features: Featured 44 teams, including ARL clubs, State of Origin teams, and international teams.
- Iconic Commentary: Features play-by-play commentary from legendary Australian broadcasters Ray Warren and Paul "Fatty" Vautin, with over 4,000 voice samples.
- Gameplay Mechanics: Viewed from an isometric perspective, the game uses a three-button control system for tackling, passing, sprinting, and kicking.
- Customization: Includes a player name editor and a replay function to save favorite highlights.
- Published by EA Sports and developed by The Creative Assembly (now famous for the Total War series), it was the first and only official interactive game licensed by the Australian Rugby League for the PC.
Historical Context
The game was released during the height of the Super League War, a period of major upheaval in Australian rugby league. Because of this instability, the EA Sports rugby league series was discontinued shortly after ARL 96, making it a nostalgic "one-off" for many fans. It was based on the engine used for Rugby World Cup 95 but adapted specifically for rugby league rules.
Preloved Vintage ARL96 Rugby League CD-ROM Disk.
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