NHL Breakaway 98

Platform: Nintendo 64
Developer: Iguana Entertainment
Publisher: Acclaim Sports
Release Date (NTSC-USA): February 26, 1998
Release Date (PAL-EUR): February 26, 1998
Genre: Sports / Ice Hockey
Players: 4
Force Feedback: Yes

🕹️ Game Description

Hit the ice with NHL Breakaway 98! All 26 NHL teams and over 600 licensed players suited up for forechecks, dumps, and power plays. Playbook-based AI makes each team skate to its real-life tactics — from trapping defense to aggressive attack. Five game modes include Exhibition, Season, Playoffs, Practice, and Shoot-Out. Create players, customize rosters, and earn bonuses to improve coaching, player development, and injury recovery. With variable player sizes and jersey-name rendering, it’s a sharp sim with arcade punch.

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