NHL 98 is a sports video game developed by EA Canada and published by Electronic Arts. It is part of the NHL (National Hockey League) video game series and was released in 1997. Below is an overview of the game's information, features, gameplay, and system requirements:
**Game Information:**
- Title: NHL 98
- Developer: EA Canada
- Publisher: Electronic Arts
- Release Date: August 31, 1997
- Platforms: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation, Sega Genesis, Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES), Sega Saturn, Game Boy
**Features and Overview:**
- Real-Life NHL Teams and Players: NHL 98 features official NHL teams and players from the 1996-1997 NHL season, providing an authentic hockey experience.
- Game Modes: The game offers various modes, including Exhibition, Season, Playoffs, and a Career mode where players can manage a team over multiple seasons and make roster decisions.
- Multiplayer: NHL 98 supports local multiplayer for up to four players, allowing friends to compete against each other on the same console.
- Advanced AI: The game features improved artificial intelligence for both player-controlled teammates and computer-controlled opponents.
- Enhanced Graphics and Animation: NHL 98 introduced enhanced graphics and smoother animations compared to previous versions of the series.
**Gameplay:**
NHL 98 follows the gameplay of ice hockey, with players controlling a team and competing against opponents on the ice. The objective is to score goals by shooting the puck into the opponent's net while defending their own goal from the opposing team's attacks.
The game offers fast-paced and responsive controls, allowing players to perform various maneuvers such as passing, shooting, checking, and deking. NHL 98 aimed to provide an enjoyable and realistic hockey experience for players of all skill levels.
**System Requirements (PC):**
Please note that the system requirements for NHL 98 are quite low by today's standards, as the game was released in 1997. As of my last update, the minimum system requirements for NHL 98 on PC were as follows:
- **Minimum System Requirements:**
- OS: MS-DOS 5.0 or later
- Processor: 486/66 MHz or faster
- RAM: 8 MB RAM
- Graphics: VGA graphics card
- Storage: 20 MB available space
- Sound Card: Sound Blaster compatible
