Rugby World Cup 95 is a rugby simulation game published by Electronic Arts for the Sega Genesis, released in 1994. You control a team, playing a full game of rugby with a top-down perspective, with a focus on passing, running, and tackling, using a control scheme that emphasizes strategy and timing. The game is based on the 1995 Rugby World Cup, featuring a variety of international teams and a tournament mode.
The gameplay involves using the D-pad and buttons to move your players, pass, run, and tackle, with a variety of offensive and defensive strategies to employ. The game features a tournament mode where you compete for the World Cup, and a two-player mode for head-to-head competition.
A unique feature of Rugby World Cup 95 is the "World Cup" license – the game features officially licensed teams from the 1995 Rugby World Cup, allowing you to play as your favorite national teams in a tournament format. The game also features a "management" mode, where you can manage your team's tactics and lineup.
Rugby World Cup 95 is a solid rugby game on the Genesis, offering a fun and engaging experience for fans of the sport.