Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '98 N64 box art

Nintendo 64 · Sports

Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '98

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SystemNintendo 64
Released1997
GenreSports
DeveloperSoftware Creations
PublisherMidway
Players1–4 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesWayne Gretzky
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Released for the Nintendo 64 in 1997, Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '98 is a sports game developed by Software Creations and published by Midway.

It came out in the N64's second year on the market. Other notable N64 releases from 1997 include GoldenEye 007, Star Fox 64 and FIFA: Road to World Cup 98.

It is part of the Wayne Gretzky series; on the N64 you can also try Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey. Software Creations also made Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now for the N64.

Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '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 Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '98 gameplay screenshot on N64
In-game screenshot (N64)

Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '98 cheats & codes

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

Team 2 Scores 50 Points8011F571 0032
Team 2 Scores 0 Points8011F571 0000
Team 1 Scores 50 Points8011C061 0032
Team 1 Scores 0 Points8011C061 0000
Team 1 Score Modifier8011C061 0000
Team 2 Score Modifier8011F571 0000

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Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '98 walkthroughs & guides

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Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '98 FAQ

When did Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '98 come out on the N64?

Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '98 was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1997.

Who made Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '98?

It was developed by Software Creations and published by Midway.

Is Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '98 multiplayer?

Yes. Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '98 supports up to 4 players.

How long does Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '98 take to play?

As a sports game, Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '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 Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '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.

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