Super Nintendo · Sports
NHL 97
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Black Pearl Software |
| Publisher | EA Sports |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | NHL |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
NHL 97 is a sports game released in 1996 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Black Pearl Software and published by EA Sports.
It landed about 5 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1996 include Super Mario RPG, FIFA 97 and Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble!. Among the 209 SNES sports games in our database, it ranks #23 by legacy score.
It is part of the NHL series; on the SNES you can also try NHL '94, NHL 96 and NHL 98. The series also appears on other systems with NHL 99 (PS1) and NHL Hockey (Genesis). Black Pearl Software also made The Mask, Urban Strike and Total Carnage for the SNES.
NHL 97 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
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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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
1 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Score From Anywhere | C90F-779B
8F0F-77BB
DC0F-772B
FD04-7DFB
5604-7D2B
0904-7FFB |
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NHL 97 walkthroughs & guides
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Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
NHL 97 FAQ
When did NHL 97 come out on the SNES?
NHL 97 was released for the Super Nintendo in 1996.
Who made NHL 97?
It was developed by Black Pearl Software and published by EA Sports.
Is NHL 97 multiplayer?
Yes. NHL 97 supports up to 2 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.