Hit the Ice: VHL: The Official Video Hockey League TurboGrafx-16 box art

TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Action

Hit the Ice: VHL: The Official Video Hockey League

SystemTurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine
Released1992
GenreAction
DeveloperTaito
PublisherTaito
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut

Hit the Ice: VHL: The Official Video Hockey League is an action game released in 1992 for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine, developed by Taito.

It landed about 3 years into the TurboGrafx-16's life. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1992 include Detana!! TwinBee, Bomberman '93 and New Adventure Island.

Taito also made Puzznic, Volfied and Don Doko Don for the TurboGrafx-16.

Hit the Ice: VHL: The Official Video Hockey League supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the TurboGrafx-16 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Hit the Ice: VHL: The Official Video Hockey League is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Hit the Ice: VHL: The Official Video Hockey League gameplay screenshot on TurboGrafx-16
In-game screenshot (TurboGrafx-16)

Hit the Ice: VHL: The Official Video Hockey League cheats & codes

1 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:

CPU Never Scores1f0bef:00

See all Hit the Ice: VHL: The Official Video Hockey League cheats

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Hit the Ice: VHL: The Official Video Hockey League FAQ

When did Hit the Ice: VHL: The Official Video Hockey League come out on the TurboGrafx-16?

Hit the Ice: VHL: The Official Video Hockey League was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1992.

Who made Hit the Ice: VHL: The Official Video Hockey League?

It was developed by Taito.

Is Hit the Ice: VHL: The Official Video Hockey League multiplayer?

Yes. Hit the Ice: VHL: The Official Video Hockey League supports up to 2 players.

How long does Hit the Ice: VHL: The Official Video Hockey League take to play?

As an action game, Hit the Ice: VHL: The Official Video Hockey League typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

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