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Nintendo 64 · Sports
NHL Breakaway 98
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Iguana Entertainment |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998, NHL Breakaway 98 is a sports game developed by Iguana Entertainment and published by Acclaim.
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.
Iguana Entertainment also made Turok: Dinosaur Hunter, Turok 2: Seeds of Evil and South Park for the N64.
NHL Breakaway 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
- you've played the N64 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing NHL Breakaway 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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 Breakaway 98 cheats & codes
276 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Activate Cheat Menu | 80053F38 0001 |
|---|---|
| Home Team Modifier | 8013E81B 0000 |
| Away Team Modifier | 8013E81F 0000 |
| Home Team Goals Modifier | 8112BBBC 0000 |
| Away Team Goals Modifier | 8112BBBD 0000 |
| Period Modifier | 800DAC69 0000 |
NHL Breakaway 98 walkthroughs & guides
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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 Breakaway 98 FAQ
When did NHL Breakaway 98 come out on the N64?
NHL Breakaway 98 was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998.
Who made NHL Breakaway 98?
It was developed by Iguana Entertainment and published by Acclaim.
Is NHL Breakaway 98 multiplayer?
Yes. NHL Breakaway 98 supports up to 4 players.
How long does NHL Breakaway 98 take to play?
As a sports game, NHL Breakaway 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 Breakaway 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.