NHL Breakaway 98

Description

NHL Breakaway 98 for PlayStation 1 is an arcade-style ice hockey game that emphasizes fast, pick-up-and-play action over simulation depth. It features 26 NHL teams and a streamlined approach to team management, offering a quick-onboarding experience with a points-based system that influences team attributes over time.

On the ice, players rely on a simple three-button control scheme (pass, shoot, and check) to move, pass, and strike. The pacing is brisk, with an emphasis on rapid puck movement, physical battles, and swift transitions between offense and defense. The design prioritizes accessible play while rewarding smart positioning and effective teamwork.

Five game modes are included: Exhibition, Season, Playoffs, Practice, and Shoot-Out, providing both quick exhibition games and longer competitive runs.

Platform notes: as a PS1-era release, the game uses 3D polygonal player models and arena visuals that reflect the period’s distinctive style. The title is designed for offline play, with local matches and head-to-head action that fit well into short sessions or extended play. Arena ambience and on-ice sound effects help create a nostalgic hockey atmosphere.

Who it’s for: collectors and retro gaming enthusiasts who enjoy arcade-style sports titles and nostalgic 90s hockey experiences. It is well suited for players seeking quick, accessible play sessions with friends, as well as those who appreciate a management twist and the charm of early 3D sports games.

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$6.99

SKU: P1-00330-GO

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    Pre-Owned — Good

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    What's Included

    Complete in Box (CIB) Includes the game, original case or box, and original instruction manual. Additional promotional inserts or paperwork may also be included.
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    Game Details

    Platform PS1
    Genre Sports
    Players 2
    ESRB Rating E - Everyone
    Release Date 1997-09-30
    Developer Acclaim Entertainment
    Publisher Acclaim Entertainment, Inc.
    Region NTSC-U
    UPC 21481211525
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    Description

    NHL Breakaway 98 for PlayStation 1 is an arcade-style ice hockey game that emphasizes fast, pick-up-and-play action over simulation depth. It features 26 NHL teams and a streamlined approach to team management, offering a quick-onboarding experience with a points-based system that influences team attributes over time.

    On the ice, players rely on a simple three-button control scheme (pass, shoot, and check) to move, pass, and strike. The pacing is brisk, with an emphasis on rapid puck movement, physical battles, and swift transitions between offense and defense. The design prioritizes accessible play while rewarding smart positioning and effective teamwork.

    Five game modes are included: Exhibition, Season, Playoffs, Practice, and Shoot-Out, providing both quick exhibition games and longer competitive runs.

    Platform notes: as a PS1-era release, the game uses 3D polygonal player models and arena visuals that reflect the period’s distinctive style. The title is designed for offline play, with local matches and head-to-head action that fit well into short sessions or extended play. Arena ambience and on-ice sound effects help create a nostalgic hockey atmosphere.

    Who it’s for: collectors and retro gaming enthusiasts who enjoy arcade-style sports titles and nostalgic 90s hockey experiences. It is well suited for players seeking quick, accessible play sessions with friends, as well as those who appreciate a management twist and the charm of early 3D sports games.

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