NHL 99
After the award-winning NHL 98, EA worked to improve what was considered to be one the most complete ice hockey games in the market. Along the usual and almost obligatory NHL roster updates, the International mode first featured in the previous version was expanded, allowing players to choose IIHF rules and rink size. Graphically, the arena is more detailed with more rinkside features, and ice reflections, player faces were improved and stand more seamlessly into the model, enhanced motion capture result in better animated hits (with the ability to break the glass with a well-placed body check making a return), shots and saves, and finally an higher polygon count complete the graphic enhance...
- Genre
- Sports/Hockey
- Year
- 1998
- Developer
- EA Sports
- Publisher
- EA Sports
- Players
- 8
P2P Netplay available on compatible cores
NHL 99 frequently asked questions
How do I play NHL 99 online with a friend?
NHL 99 (PlayStation) can be played online with friends using Etera's P2P netplay. Create a room in the launcher and invite your friend, who joins through the invite. Step by step:
- Download the Etera launcher for Windows or Linux and create your account.
- Ask your friend to do the same and add them to your friends list.
- Pick the game in the library and create a netplay room.
- Invite your friend: they accept the invite and join the room.
- The launcher keeps dependencies on the same version for both players, avoiding desync.
How do I play NHL 99 on PC?
Download the Etera launcher (Windows or Linux), find NHL 99 in the PlayStation library and click to download. The launcher handles the emulator and setup for you.
Does NHL 99 netplay lag?
Etera uses a direct P2P connection between players, which usually means low latency. Results depend on each player's internet quality.
Can I play NHL 99 for free?
Yes. Every account gets a 5-day trial with premium features. After that, the free plan allows 3 new games per day and 1 netplay session per day. Premium raises those limits.
Play NHL 99 on Etera
Download the launcher for Windows or Linux, find this game in the library and play solo or with friends.
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