Play NHL '97 Online – Super Nintendo (SNES) Game

Game Overview

Step onto the ice and feel the rush of NHL '97 for the Super Nintendo—a game that brought the speed, grit, and glory of hockey right into your living room. While it might not have the flashy 3D graphics of later titles, this classic delivers fast-paced, arcade-style action with tight controls that make every slapshot, body check, and breakaway feel satisfying. The season mode keeps you hooked as you chase the Stanley Cup, and the multiplayer turns every match into a rowdy, fun showdown with friends.

What makes NHL '97 stand out? It’s pure, no-frills hockey with just enough strategy in line changes and penalties to keep things interesting—without overcomplicating the fun. If you grew up with the SNES, this game is a nostalgia trip, capturing that era’s love for pick-up-and-play sports titles. Sure, newer NHL games have all the bells and whistles, but there’s something timeless about the simplicity and energy of this ’90s gem. Lace up your virtual skates and relive the excitement!