Product Overview
- Product Name: NHL FaceOff
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Good, Some marker on disc label
- Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
- Notes:
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- PS1 Game Disc: Yes
- Disc Count: 1
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Jewel Case*: Yes
- Extras:
Game Description
NHL FaceOff brought the fast-paced action of pro hockey to the PlayStation in 1995 with a bold new approach to 3D sports gameplay. As one of the console’s earliest hockey simulations, it introduced fluid player animations, dramatic camera angles, and an intuitive control scheme that helped set the tone for Sony’s future in sports gaming. Whether breaking out on a rush or lining up a slapshot from the point, NHL FaceOff delivered the thrills of the rink with surprising polish for a first-gen title.
With official NHL team licenses and a solid mix of arcade accessibility and simulation depth, this title gave hockey fans a reason to embrace the PlayStation. Its fast, responsive gameplay and impressive visuals made it a standout entry at a time when 3D sports games were just finding their stride.
Gameplay Features
- Official NHL teams and players from the 1994–95 season
- Fully 3D player models and dynamic rink environments
- Arcade-style controls for fast, accessible gameplay
- Multiple camera views including broadcast-style and overhead
- Season and exhibition modes for extended play
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
NHL FaceOff was one of the PlayStation’s earliest sports hits and laid the groundwork for Sony’s long-running NHL FaceOff series. Its success helped solidify the PlayStation’s reputation as a go-to console for sports fans in the late '90s, even competing with EA’s NHL franchise at the time.
Additional Details
- Variant: Black Label
- Genre: Sports
- Year Released: 1995
- Publisher: Sony
- Developer: N/A
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
- UPC: 711719450429
- SKU: 14607
- Format: Sony PlayStation 1 (PS1) video game disc
- Platform: Sony PlayStation 1 console (PS1 system)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
PS1 Game Disc Compatibility (NTSC Region)
This chart shows which systems support physical PS1 game discs:
| System | Supports PS1 Discs | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| PlayStation 1 | Yes | All models play PS1 discs. |
| PlayStation 2 | Yes | All models support PS1 game discs (fat and slim). |
| PlayStation 3 | Yes | All PS3 models support PS1 discs. |
| PlayStation 4 | No | PS1 discs are not supported. |
| PlayStation 5 | No | PS1 discs are not supported. |
| Polymega (Base Unit) | Yes | Supports original PS1 discs via disc drive (emulation-based; compatibility may vary by title). |
Note: Compatibility may vary on emulation-based or clone systems depending on specific disc version or copy protection used.
Important Information
- *Used jewel cases may be replaced with a brand new aftermarket one if damaged. Aftermarket cases may differ slightly in build quality from original PS1 jewel cases.
- Photos show the exact item for sale — we never use stock images for used games.
- Used discs are professionally resurfaced via our commercial-grade repair system to remove scratches.
- All used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.
- Backed by Retro Game Fan’s 60-day warranty.
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