Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports
NHL 98
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | EA Sports |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | NHL |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Developed by EA Sports and published by Electronic Arts, NHL 98 arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1997 as a sports game.
It landed about 8 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1997 include Madden NFL 98, Mario Andretti Racing and World Series Baseball '98. Among the 208 Genesis sports games in our database, it ranks #16 by legacy score.
It is part of the NHL series; on the Genesis you can also try NHL Hockey, NHL '94 and NHL 95. The series also appears on other systems with NHL '94 (SNES) and NHL 99 (PS1). EA Sports also made NBA Live 96, Mario Andretti Racing and NBA Live 97 for the Genesis.
NHL 98 supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing NHL 98 is like
Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.
Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
NHL 98 cheats & codes
12 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Time (Minutes) | FFC4CA:09 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Time (Seconds) | FFC4CB:19 |
| Team 1's # of Shots Taken | FFCAD1:XX |
| Team 2's # of Shots Taken | FFC733:XX |
| Team 1 Score Modifier | FFCADD:XX |
| Team 2 Score Modifier | FFC73F:XX |
NHL 98 walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
NHL 98 FAQ
When did NHL 98 come out on the Genesis?
NHL 98 was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1997.
Who made NHL 98?
It was developed by EA Sports and published by Electronic Arts.
Is NHL 98 multiplayer?
Yes. NHL 98 supports up to 4 players.
How long does NHL 98 take to play?
As a sports game, NHL 98 typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about NHL 98 on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.