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Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports
Ice Hockey
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Nintendo |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 13 |
Ice Hockey is a sports game released in 1988 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Nintendo.
It landed about 3 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1988 include Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario Bros. 2 and Final Fantasy II. Among the 132 NES sports games in our database, it ranks #7 by legacy score.
Nintendo also made Super Mario Bros., Super Mario Bros. 3 and Super Mario Bros. 2 for the NES.
Ice 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
- you want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Ice 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Ice Hockey cheats & codes
22 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Shy Players | IEOKEY |
|---|---|
| Glowing Flags | OEAKSV |
| Only 2-Player Games Allowed | ZOPEAI |
| No Music Or Sound Effects | SAAEPO |
| Players Stay At The Bottom Of The Screen | IASEXY |
Ice Hockey walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Ice Hockey.
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Ice Hockey FAQ
When did Ice Hockey come out on the NES?
Ice Hockey was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.
Who made Ice Hockey?
It was developed by Nintendo.
Is Ice Hockey multiplayer?
Yes. Ice Hockey supports up to 2 players.
How long does Ice Hockey take to play?
As a sports game, Ice 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 Ice 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.