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Nintendo 64 · Sports
NHL 99
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | MBL Research |
| Publisher | EA Sports |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | NHL Hockey |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998, NHL 99 is a sports game developed by MBL Research and published by EA Sports.
It landed about 2 years into the N64's life. Other notable N64 releases from 1998 include The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, 1080° Snowboarding and Mario Party. Among the 95 N64 sports games in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.
It is part of the NHL Hockey series. The series also appears on other systems with NHLPA Hockey '93 (Genesis) and NHL Hockey (Intellivision). MBL Research also made Supercross 2000 for the N64.
NHL 99 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 99 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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 99 cheats & codes
95 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Shots Modifier | 810908F8 0000 |
|---|---|
| Short Handed Goals Modifier | 81090900 0000 |
| Face Offs Won Modifier | 81090908 0000 |
| Power Plays Modifier | 8109090C 0000 |
| Powerplay Goals Modifier | 8109090E 0000 |
| Powerplay Minutes Modifier | 81090912 0000 |
NHL 99 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for NHL 99.
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Playing N64 games today
The N64 is at its best with friends on the couch: its library is packed with four-player party, racing and shooter games. Selected titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
NHL 99 FAQ
When did NHL 99 come out on the N64?
NHL 99 was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998.
Who made NHL 99?
It was developed by MBL Research and published by EA Sports.
Is NHL 99 multiplayer?
Yes. NHL 99 supports up to 4 players.
How long does NHL 99 take to play?
As a sports game, NHL 99 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 99 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.