NHL Hockey '95
NHL：Hockey '95
NHL Hockey '95 is a sports simulation developed by Malibu Games for the Game Boy. The 1995 release brings professional hockey action to the handheld platform, featuring turn-based gameplay mechanics that adapt the fast-paced sport for the system's capabilities. Players select their favorite NHL team and compete through season matches or tournament play against computer opponents. The game emphasizes strategic team management, with controls handling passing, shooting, and body checking. Players navigate through period-by-period hockey action, making tactical decisions on offense and defense. The simplified graphics suit the Game Boy's monochrome display, while the focus remains on core hockey mechanics rather than presentation. Progression through matches leads to playoff advancement, providing structure across multiple games.
- Developer
- Malibu Games
- Platform
- Game Boy
- Genre
- Sports
- Players
- 1P
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 (1.1K)
- Last updated
NHL Hockey '95 Controls — Game Boy Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for NHL Hockey '95 on our in-browser Game Boy emulator. Plug in a USB or Bluetooth gamepad to auto-detect mappings, or rebind any key from the emulator settings menu.
| Keyboard | Console button | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| ↑ | D-Pad Up | Move up |
| ↓ | D-Pad Down | Move down |
| ← | D-Pad Left | Move left |
| → | D-Pad Right | Move right |
| X | A | Primary action (jump / confirm) |
| Z | B | Secondary action (attack / cancel) |
| Enter | Start | Start / Pause |
| Shift | Select | Select / Mode |
Rebind any key from the EmulatorJS in-game settings menu (gear icon → Controls). A connected gamepad auto-maps to the same buttons.
NHL Hockey '95 Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of NHL Hockey '95 on Game Boy before you dive in — recommended for getting a feel for the game's pacing, story beats, and difficulty curve.
Watch longplay on YouTube
"NHL Hockey '95" Game Boy longplay
External references
Frequently Asked Questions
Who developed NHL Hockey '95?
NHL Hockey '95 was developed by Malibu Games, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does NHL Hockey '95 support?
NHL Hockey '95 is a single-player Sports game for the Game Boy.
What type of game is NHL Hockey '95?
NHL Hockey '95 is a Sports game for the Game Boy, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play NHL Hockey '95 for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — NHL Hockey '95 runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play NHL Hockey '95 in the browser?
No. NHL Hockey '95 streams from a public archive into a browser-side Game Boy emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in NHL Hockey '95?
Yes. Save states are stored in your browser (IndexedDB) per game, and you can also use any in-game save the original Game Boy cartridge supported.
Does NHL Hockey '95 work on mobile devices?
Yes — the Game Boy emulator runs on iOS Safari and Android Chrome. Touch controls overlay the game; landscape mode is recommended.
Is it legal to play NHL Hockey '95 this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of NHL Hockey '95. Game files are fetched on demand from publicly-accessible archives. You are responsible for compliance with your local laws and the bring-your-own-ROM principle.
