Summary
- Release Year: 1994
- Genres: Sport
- Platforms: Sega Mega Drive/Genesis
Elitserien 95: A Nostalgic Look at a Classic Hockey Game
Released in Sweden in late 1994, Elitserien 95 is a hockey game that has become a classic among fans of the sport. The game is based on the NHL series of games, but it features the teams and players from the Swedish hockey league Elitserien.
Elitserien 95 was developed by Swedish studio Vision Park and published by Psygnosis. The game was released for the Amiga, DOS, and Sega Genesis platforms.
The gameplay in Elitserien 95 is fast-paced and exciting. The player controls a team of six players on the ice, and the goal is to score more goals than the opponent. The game features a variety of different shots, passes, and moves that can be used to create scoring chances.
One of the things that makes Elitserien 95 so special is its attention to detail. The game features accurate player likenesses and team uniforms, and the gameplay is very realistic. The game also includes a number of different game modes, including a season mode, a playoff mode, and a practice mode.
Elitserien 95 was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its fast-paced gameplay, realistic graphics, and attention to detail. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies worldwide.
Today, Elitserien 95 is still considered to be one of the best hockey games ever made. The game is a great way to experience the excitement of hockey, and it is still enjoyed by fans of the sport today.
Gameplay
Elitserien 95 is a fast-paced and exciting hockey game. The player controls a team of six players on the ice, and the goal is to score more goals than the opponent. The game features a variety of different shots, passes, and moves that can be used to create scoring chances.
The game also features a number of different game modes, including a season mode, a playoff mode, and a practice mode. In season mode, the player can choose to play as any of the 12 teams in the Elitserien league. The player must then play through a regular season and playoff schedule in order to win the championship.
In playoff mode, the player can choose to play as any of the 12 teams in the Elitserien league. The player must then win a series of playoff games in order to advance to the championship game.
In practice mode, the player can practice their skills against a computer-controlled opponent. The player can also use practice mode to learn new moves and strategies.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Elitserien 95 are very good for a game from 1994. The player likenesses and team uniforms are accurate, and the gameplay is very realistic. The game also features a number of different camera angles that can be used to follow the action.
The sound in Elitserien 95 is also very good. The crowd noise is realistic, and the sound effects are accurate. The game also features a number of different music tracks that can be played during gameplay.
Reception
Elitserien 95 was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its fast-paced gameplay, realistic graphics, and attention to detail. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies worldwide.
The game was nominated for a number of awards, including the Golden Joystick Award for Best Sports Game. The game also won the Swedish Game Award for Best Sports Game.
Legacy
Elitserien 95 is still considered to be one of the best hockey games ever made. The game is a great way to experience the excitement of hockey, and it is still enjoyed by fans of the sport today.
The game has been ported to a number of different platforms over the years, including the PlayStation, the Sega Saturn, and the PC. The game is also available on a number of different online platforms, such as Steam and GOG.com.
Review Score
8/10
