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Blades of Steel vs TV Sports Hockey

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Blades of Steel
Blades of SteelFast‑paced, six‑on‑six arcade hockey action from Konami
TV Sports Hockey
TV Sports HockeyFull‑throttle ice action with fights, power‑plays and goalie control.
Overview
Description

Choose from three difficulty levels—Junior, College, and Pro—and battle friends or the computer in single‑player or multiplayer modes. The game features overtime, knockout fights, and power‑play situations that keep every match unpredictable and exciting.

Step onto the rink and face off against international competition in TV Sports Hockey. Play any position—including goalie—with total control, handling stick work, slap shots, body checks, and even on‑ice brawls. Experience strategic line changes, power‑play tactics, and the adrenaline of World War III style hockey, where every hit and goal feels like a cinematic showdown.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Team Sports
Team Sports
Best for
Fans of classic arcade sports games
retro sports fans
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
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release date
1987-10-01
1991-02-01
Specifications
developer
Konami
Cinemaware
publisher
Konami
NEC Technologies
age rating
ESRB E
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multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Fast, addictive gameplay
  • Variety of difficulty levels
  • Multiplayer head‑to‑head fun
  • Authentic arcade feel
  • Deep control over all positions
  • Authentic hockey physics and slap shots
  • Includes fight mechanics for added excitement
  • Varied international teams for replay value
Cons
  • Limited graphics by modern standards
  • No online multiplayer
  • Roster limited to eight teams
  • Limited to single‑player mode
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Audio may feel repetitive
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