Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports
NHL Hockey
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Park Place Production Team |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | NHL |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Developed by Park Place Production Team and published by Electronic Arts, NHL Hockey arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992 as a sports game. Depending on the region, you may also know it as EA Hockey.
It landed about 3 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1992 include Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Lemmings and Streets of Rage 2. Among the 208 Genesis sports games in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.
It is part of the NHL series; on the Genesis you can also try NHL 98, NHL '94 and NHL 95. The series also appears on other systems with NHL '94 (SNES) and NHL 99 (PS1).
NHL Hockey supports up to 2 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 Hockey 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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 Hockey cheats & codes
29 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Time (Minutes) | FFD8FA:09 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Time (Seconds) | FFD8FB:79 |
| Team 1 Score Modifier | FFD915:XX |
| Team 2 Score Modifier | FFD99D:XX |
NHL Hockey walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for NHL Hockey.
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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 Hockey FAQ
When did NHL Hockey come out on the Genesis?
NHL Hockey was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992.
Who made NHL Hockey?
It was developed by Park Place Production Team and published by Electronic Arts.
Is NHL Hockey multiplayer?
Yes. NHL Hockey supports up to 2 players.
How long does NHL Hockey take to play?
As a sports game, NHL Hockey 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 Hockey 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.