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Blades of Steel
Blades of SteelFast‑paced, six‑on‑six arcade hockey action from Konami
Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey
Wayne Gretzky's 3D HockeyArcade‑style hockey with over‑the‑top power moves and fast‑paced action.
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.

Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey delivers a wildly exaggerated take on ice‑hockey, swapping realistic simulation for arcade flair. Players can unleash "power shots" that set the net ablaze, turn goalies into brick walls, and trigger ambulance‑crossed screens for spectacular checks. The game also includes a simulation mode for purists, profile tracking, and split‑screen multiplayer, making it a nostalgic yet varied experience for both casual and competitive players.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Team Sports
Team Sports
Best for
Fans of classic arcade sports games
Arcade sports fans and retro gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
$19.99
release date
1987-10-01
1996-10-01
Specifications
developer
Konami
Williams Entertainment
publisher
Konami
Midway Games, Atari Games
age rating
ESRB E
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
critic score
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71/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Fast, addictive gameplay
  • Variety of difficulty levels
  • Multiplayer head‑to‑head fun
  • Authentic arcade feel
  • Unique over‑the‑top power moves add humor
  • Split‑screen multiplayer encourages social play
  • Stat tracking gives long‑term goals
  • Simulation mode offers a more realistic alternative
Cons
  • Limited graphics by modern standards
  • No online multiplayer
  • Roster limited to eight teams
  • Arcade style may not satisfy hardcore simulation fans
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Limited platform availability
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