Blades of Steel for Nintendo Entertainment System (NES)

Hit the ice in Blades of Steel for the Nintendo Entertainment System, an intense and fast-paced hockey game that combines arcade action with surprisingly deep gameplay. Developed and published by Konami, this 8-bit classic lets players control one of eight teams in fierce, full-contact matches featuring passing, slapshots, and the occasional fistfight. With voice samples, intermission minigames, and tight controls, Blades of Steel delivers one of the most memorable sports experiences of the NES era.

Key Features:

Arcade-Style Hockey
Engage in 5-on-5 hockey matches with fluid skating, aggressive checking, and goal-scoring action.

Built-In Fighting System
Drop the gloves during matches and win one-on-one brawls to gain momentum.

Voice and Visual Flair
Features digitized voice samples and animated cutscenes for goals and penalties.

Intermission Minigames
Play a Gradius shooter demo during halftime for a unique NES twist.

Two-Player Mode
Challenge a friend head-to-head or face off against the CPU for single-player thrills.

Metadata:
Genre: Sports
Platform: Nintendo Entertainment System (NES)
Developer: Konami
Publisher: Konami
Release Dates:
Japan: July 22, 1988
North America: December 1988
ESRB Rating: Not Rated (Predates ESRB)
Mode: Single-player, Multiplayer