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TV Sports Hockey vs Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey

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TV Sports Hockey
TV Sports HockeyFull‑throttle ice action with fights, power‑plays and goalie control.
Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey
Wayne Gretzky's 3D HockeyArcade‑style hockey with over‑the‑top power moves and fast‑paced action.
Overview
Description

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.

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
retro sports fans
Arcade sports fans and retro gamers
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Cinemaware
Williams Entertainment
publisher
NEC Technologies
Midway Games, Atari Games
multiplayer
Single player
Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
age rating
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ESRB E
critic score
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71/100
General
release date
1991-02-01
1996-10-01
msrp
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$19.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep control over all positions
  • Authentic hockey physics and slap shots
  • Includes fight mechanics for added excitement
  • Varied international teams for replay value
  • 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 to single‑player mode
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Audio may feel repetitive
  • Arcade style may not satisfy hardcore simulation fans
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Limited platform availability
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