

Instant replay is back and you can relive plays from existing camera angles or use the all-new iso-cam. This year's version also features five free-wheeling camera angles, including an all-new, behind-the-player view and side view. User records lets you input your name for tracking your win-loss records, goals and saves. NHL '96 allows you to execute trades and create new players. Injuries are a big part of this year's game. This year they can execute double goalie pad stacks and top-shelf glove saves.

The goalies stand on their heads in addition to making butterfly saves. The scores reflect actual NHL scores, no 15-12 blowouts unless you are really good. This year's goalies wield their sticks with authority, and they are even more difficult to beat than last year. If you're a hockey fan or just enjoy putting a version of NHL action in your Genesis or Super NES and knocking the snot out of one of your friends, this game's for you.Īll-new player animations give this year's version a new look and feel. That's all the fighting that the commissioner of the NHL, Gary Bettman, and his minions will allow.

Now you will be able to drop the gloves 1.6 times per game. For those of you who think that ice can be used for something other than keeping your favorite drink cool, jump on the Our Team Zamboni and let us take you on a guided tour of the next ice age: EA Sports' NHL '96 for the Genesis and the Super NES.įighting is back in this newest version.
