Nintendo 64

Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '98

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Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '98 is an arcade-style hockey game developed by Atari Games and published by Midway Home Entertainment. Built around exaggerated body checks, turbo skating, and fast transitions, it favors accessible action over strict simulation. With NHLPA player-name licensing and lively multiplayer on Nintendo 64, it earned a reputation as a fun, energetic sports title of its era.
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Release Date
1997-01-01
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2

The game uses a tilted overhead view for fast hockey matches. Players control passing, shooting, checking, player switching, and turbo skating while selecting from team lineups. The pacing is brisk and contact-heavy, encouraging quick breakaways and aggressive defense. Modes focus on single-player matches against the CPU and local multiplayer, with progress centered on winning games and improving team control and timing.

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Avoid relying only on long shots; use passing to pull defenders out of position before shooting from better angles. On defense, protect the slot and watch for rebounds in front of the net. Big checks are useful, but missed hits can leave openings. When using turbo on the rush, move the puck early near the blue line to avoid being trapped by multiple defenders.

No cheats or unlockables available

Tips

Use cross-ice passes to force the goalie to shift before shooting.

Tips

Save hard checks for the boards or loose-puck moments.

Tips

Learn turbo timing so you do not give away position unnecessarily.

User Reviews

Fast and fun, especially with friends.

User Reviews

Not a deep sim, but very entertaining and easy to pick up.

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