PlayStation · Sports
NHL 97
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Visual Concepts |
| Publisher | EA Sports |
| Players | 1–8 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | NHL |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Developed by Visual Concepts and published by EA Sports, NHL 97 arrived on the PlayStation in 1996 as a sports game.
It came out in the PS1's second year on the market. Other notable PS1 releases from 1996 include Resident Evil, Tomb Raider and Crash Bandicoot.
It is part of the NHL series; on the PS1 you can also try NHL 99, NHL 2001 and NHL 98. The series also appears on other systems with NHL '94 (SNES) and NHL Hockey (Genesis). Visual Concepts also made One, Viewpoint and NBA Fastbreak '98 for the PS1.
NHL 97 supports up to 8 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 97 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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 97 cheats & codes
19 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Reverse Joker Command | D0177240
???? |
|---|---|
| Max Agility | 301CC0A8
0063 |
| Max Speed | 301CC0A9
0063 |
| Max Offensive Awareness | 301CC0AA
0063 |
| Max Defensive Awareness | 301CC0AB
0063 |
| Max Shot Power | 301CC0AC
0063 |
NHL 97 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for NHL 97.
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
NHL 97 FAQ
When did NHL 97 come out on the PS1?
NHL 97 was released for the PlayStation in 1996.
Who made NHL 97?
It was developed by Visual Concepts and published by EA Sports.
Is NHL 97 multiplayer?
Yes. NHL 97 supports up to 8 players.
How long does NHL 97 take to play?
As a sports game, NHL 97 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 97 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.