NHL 98
NHL 98 features much faster and refined gameplay (now using four action keys instead of two, removing the need to double-tap to perform some actions), along other new features such as in-the-fly tactics developed by Marc Crawford, then manager of the Colorado Avalanche and new commentary lines from Jim Hughson and Darryl Reaugh and a re-worked interface.Graphics are improved from the previous version with the players being less angular, and thanks to 3Dfx support, with less pixels showing in the textures. The in-game presentation follows a TV-style script, zooming in players while displaying stats during clock stoppages.As far as game modes go, in the year of the first Olympic Tournament wit...
- Genre
- Sports/Hockey
- Year
- 1997
- Developer
- Electronic Arts
- Publisher
- Electronic Arts
- Players
- 2
P2P Netplay available on compatible cores
NHL 98 frequently asked questions
How do I play NHL 98 online with a friend?
NHL 98 (SNES/Super Famicom) 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 98 on PC?
Download the Etera launcher (Windows or Linux), find NHL 98 in the SNES/Super Famicom library and click to download. The launcher handles the emulator and setup for you.
Does NHL 98 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 98 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 98 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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