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Ice Hockey

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Also known as
アイスホッケー

This sports game features scrolling action, player fights, and adjustable period lengths for strategic 8-bit competition.

Ice Hockey was released for the NES in North America in March 1988 and in Japan on April 22, 1988; this is the original version of the game, so the original release year is also 1988.

About Ice Hockey

Ice Hockey is an action title supporting both solo and competitive two-player matches. Before a match begins, participants assemble their squad by assigning each team member one of three distinct body types, which directly determine their capabilities on the ice. These range from a quick but physically weak skater to a powerful yet slow one, with a balanced option in between.

During play, the perspective scrolls to keep up with the puck. User control shifts depending on the situation: while defending, players can select any team member, but on offense, control is automatically given to the skater currently in possession of the puck. Physical confrontations are part of the simulation, and penalties can result from these altercations.

The experience can be tailored through several adjustable settings. Match periods offer a choice of three different lengths, and the overall tempo of play can be modified across five different speed levels.

Ice Hockey Screenshots

6 images
Title screen
Set up your team
Face off to start the game!
Take a shot on goal
Face off after the referee calls icing
The zambonies at halftime