NHL 97 Deep cut
Sega Saturn · Sports
NHL 98
Deep cut
| System | Sega Saturn |
|---|---|
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | EA Vancouver |
| Publisher | EA Sports |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | NHL |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Released for the Sega Saturn, NHL 98 is a sports game developed by EA Vancouver and published by EA Sports.
Among the 40 Saturn sports games in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.
It is part of the NHL series; on the Saturn you can also try NHL 97. The series also appears on other systems with NHL '94 (SNES) and NHL 99 (PS1). EA Vancouver also made The Need for Speed, FIFA 97 and FIFA: Road to World Cup 98 for the Saturn.
NHL 98 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've played the Saturn hits and want something less obvious
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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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 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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NHL 98 FAQ
Who made NHL 98?
It was developed by EA Vancouver and published by EA Sports.
Is NHL 98 multiplayer?
Yes. NHL 98 supports up to 2 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.