Blades of Steel is a classic fast-paced arcade hockey game released by Konami for the NES in 1988. Known for its intense action and memorable voice samples, the game skips complex rules and offsides in favor of high-speed checking and fights. When two players collide three times, the action zooms in for a boxing mini-game where the loser is sent to the penalty box. It even features a playable Gradius mini-game during the second intermission.
How to Play
Your objective is to score more goals than the opposing team across three periods of play. The controls map the NES gamepad to your keyboard: use the Arrow Keys to skate or aim passes, Z to shoot the puck or punch during fights, and X to pass to a teammate. Press Enter to start the game.
Tips
- When a fight starts, watch your opponent’s guardโmix up high and low punches to break through, and remember to block when they swing.
- Passing is often quicker than skating up the ice. Use quick passes to outmaneuver the defense and set up shots on goal.
- On defense, try to position your player directly in front of the puck carrier to initiate a check or trigger a fight.
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