NHL Breakaway 99 N64 box art

Nintendo 64 · Sports

NHL Breakaway 99

Deep cut

SystemNintendo 64
Released1998
GenreSports
DeveloperIguana Entertainment
PublisherAcclaim
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998, NHL Breakaway 99 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 99 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
  • 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 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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 Breakaway 99 gameplay screenshot on N64
In-game screenshot (N64)

NHL Breakaway 99 cheats & codes

97 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Home Team Score Modifier801297BC 0000
Away Team Score Modifier801297BD 0000
Cheat Device Button For Game Timer Modifier89067FBC 0000
Open Cheat Menu81052B38 0100
Cheat Device Button For Home Team Modifier8813C433 0000
Cheat Device Button For Away Team Modifier [See Above Note]8813C437 0000

See all NHL Breakaway 99 cheats

NHL Breakaway 99 walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for NHL Breakaway 99.

If you like NHL Breakaway 99, the Matrix also picks…

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 99 FAQ

When did NHL Breakaway 99 come out on the N64?

NHL Breakaway 99 was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998.

Who made NHL Breakaway 99?

It was developed by Iguana Entertainment and published by Acclaim.

Is NHL Breakaway 99 multiplayer?

Yes. NHL Breakaway 99 supports up to 2 players.

How long does NHL Breakaway 99 take to play?

As a sports game, NHL Breakaway 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 Breakaway 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.

Not sure? Let the Matrix pick for you