PlayStation · Sports
NHL 99
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | EA Canada |
| Publisher | EA Sports |
| Players | 1–8 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | NHL |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
NHL 99 is a sports game released in 1998 for the PlayStation, developed by EA Canada and published by EA Sports.
It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II.
It is part of the NHL series; on the PS1 you can also try NHL 2001, NHL 97 and NHL 98. The series also appears on other systems with NHL '94 (SNES) and NHL Hockey (Genesis). EA Canada also made Need for Speed: High Stakes, FIFA: Road to World Cup 98 and FIFA 99 for the PS1.
NHL 99 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 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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 99 cheats & codes
14 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Reversed Joker Command P1 | D0043B4C
???? |
|---|---|
| # Tore Team 1 | 800426F0
00?? |
| # Tore Team 2 | 800426B6
00?? |
| Hohe Spielgeschwindigkeit Drücke L1+L2+R2 | D0043B4C
0700
300426B1
0001 |
| Normale Spielgeschwindigkeit Drücke L1+L2+R1 | D0043B4C
0D00
300426B1
0000 |
NHL 99 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for NHL 99.
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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 99 FAQ
When did NHL 99 come out on the PS1?
NHL 99 was released for the PlayStation in 1998.
Who made NHL 99?
It was developed by EA Canada and published by EA Sports.
Is NHL 99 multiplayer?
Yes. NHL 99 supports up to 8 players.
How long does NHL 99 take to play?
As a sports game, NHL 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 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.