Product Overview
- Product Name: NHL 96
- New or Used: Used
- In Box or Loose: Loose
- Overall Condition: Very Good
- Save Battery Status*: Tested & Working
- Notes: NHL 96 for Super Nintendo shows Very Good overall condition with label graphics holding strong color and the cartridge presenting nicely; tested and working with battery-backed saves confirmed functional. A clean cart ready for another fast-paced 16-bit season on the ice.
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- SNES Game Cartridge: Yes
- Manual / Instructions: No
- Cartridge Dust Cover / Sleeve: No
- Original Retail Box: No
- Extras:
Game Description
The puck drops and the arena erupts in NHL 96, bringing hard-hitting ice action to the Super Nintendo console. From blistering slap shots at the blue line to quick dekes past sprawling defenders, every shift captures the speed and physicality of mid-’90s hockey. The classic overhead perspective keeps the rink fully visible, encouraging smart passing lanes and positional awareness while delivering fast transitions that make every rush toward the net feel electric.
Released in 1995 by Electronic Arts and developed by EA Canada, this 16-bit hockey experience expanded on earlier entries with updated NHL rosters and smoother skating momentum. Built for players searching out classic SNES hockey games, it balances arcade accessibility with tactical depth through line changes and adjustable strategies. For retro sports fans and collectors, it stands as a defining Super Nintendo era sports title and a strong addition to any physical 16-bit library.
Gameplay Features
- Overhead rink view supports quick passing plays and smart positional defense
- Updated NHL team rosters and player attributes reflect the 1995 season
- One-timers, slap shots, and body checks deliver fast, physical scoring chances
- Manual goalie control allows clutch saves during high-pressure breakaways
- Season and exhibition modes recreate full league campaigns and rivalries
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
NHL 96 arrived in 1995 during the peak of the 16-bit sports boom, continuing Electronic Arts’ push toward greater realism in its hockey series. Developed by EA Canada, the title built on the foundation established by earlier NHL games on the Super NES, refining player movement and expanding roster authenticity. It represents a transitional moment before the franchise’s leap to fully 3D presentations on later console generations.
Additional Details
- Variant: Standard Release
- Genre: Sports
- Year Released: 1995
- Publisher: Electronic Arts
- Developer: EA Canada
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
- UPC: 014633074925
- SKU: 18722
- Format: Super Nintendo Entertainment System (Super NES) game cartridge
- Platform: Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) 16-bit video game console
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- *Save battery (if present) has been tested or replaced and is verified working at the time of listing.
- Photos show the exact item for sale — we never use stock images for used games.
- All used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.
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