NHL 2 - Why the Classics Still Rule the Rink

Finding a copy of nhl 2 (or what most of us remember as the original sequel on the Sega Genesis) is like cracking open a time capsule from a simpler era of gaming. Back then, we didn't care about photorealistic sweat or complex "skill stick" maneuvers that require a PhD in finger gymnastics. We just wanted to lace up some digital skates, hear that iconic organ music, and see if we could score a wrap-around goal before our older brother tackled us off the couch. ...

May 14, 2026 · 6 min · Paulich Weingraber