The game uses a tilted overhead view for fast hockey matches. Players control passing, shooting, checking, player switching, and turbo skating while selecting from team lineups. The pacing is brisk and contact-heavy, encouraging quick breakaways and aggressive defense. Modes focus on single-player matches against the CPU and local multiplayer, with progress centered on winning games and improving team control and timing.
Wayne Gretzky's 3D Hockey '98
Nintendo 64Controls
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Strategy
Avoid relying only on long shots; use passing to pull defenders out of position before shooting from better angles. On defense, protect the slot and watch for rebounds in front of the net. Big checks are useful, but missed hits can leave openings. When using turbo on the rush, move the puck early near the blue line to avoid being trapped by multiple defenders.
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Tips and tricks
- Use cross-ice passes to force the goalie to shift before shooting.
- Save hard checks for the boards or loose-puck moments.
- Learn turbo timing so you do not give away position unnecessarily.
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