PlayStation · Sports
NHL 98
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | EA Sports |
| 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 |
NHL 98 is a sports game released in 1997 for the PlayStation, developed by EA Sports.
It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D.
It is part of the NHL series; on the PS1 you can also try NHL 99, NHL 2001 and NHL 97. The series also appears on other systems with NHL '94 (SNES) and NHL Hockey (Genesis). EA Sports also made FIFA Football 2004, FIFA Football 2005 and UEFA Euro 2000 for the PS1.
NHL 98 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 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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 98 cheats & codes
12 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Heim-Mannschafts-Punkte-Modifizierer | 800475EC
00xx |
|---|---|
| Heim-Mannschaft hat 0 Punkte | 800475EC
0000 |
| Anzahl Punkte Auswärtiger Mannschaft | 800475B2
00xx |
| Auswärtige Mannschaft hat 0 Punkte | 800475B2
0000 |
| Unendlich Spielzeit | 800F684C
0258 |
NHL 98 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for NHL 98.
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FIFA Football 2004 Classic
FIFA Football 2005 Classic
UEFA Euro 2000 Classic
FIFA 97 Classic
FIFA: Road to World Cup 98 Classic
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 98 FAQ
When did NHL 98 come out on the PS1?
NHL 98 was released for the PlayStation in 1997.
Who made NHL 98?
It was developed by EA Sports.
Is NHL 98 multiplayer?
Yes. NHL 98 supports up to 8 players.
How long does NHL 98 take to play?
As a sports game, NHL 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 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.