Wayne Gretzky Hockey 3 is a 1992 ice hockey-themed sports game developed and published by Bethesda Softworks.
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| Developer(s) | Bethesda Softworks |
| Publisher(s) | Bethesda Softworks |
| Platform(s) | DOS |
| Release | October 1992[1] |
| Genre(s) | Sports (ice hockey) |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
Gameplay edit
Gretzky Gold: The Collector's Edition edit
A package containing the game and Hockey League Simulator 2 was released in August 1993.[6] In addition to both games, the package includes a photo of Wayne Gretzky himself.[6]
Reception edit
| Publication | Score |
|---|---|
| Pelit | 92/100[3][7] |
| PC Player | 65/100[8] |
| Power Play Magazine | 92/100"[9] |
| PC Zone | 69/100[10] |
| PC Joker | 78%[11] |
| Game Players | 4.5/5[12] |
PC Player rated the game a 65 of 100 stating that "Occasional sports players should also be warned about the third Wayne Gretzky program. The ice hustle and bustle seems a bit too hectic and tiring if you don't really want to “get used to it”. Ice hockey fans who can delight in features such as the line-up editor are offered the currently most competent simulation of this sport on PCs"[8]
Power Play magazine rated the game a 92 of 100 stating that "Wayne Gretzky Hockey 3 is without a doubt the best ice hockey simulation for PC. Like its predecessors, the game correctly adheres to the ice hockey rules and offers fans a realistic simulation of their favorite sport. Thanks to a flood of options, both beginners and ice hockey veterans will have a lot of fun with it. For example, the speed can be regulated continuously or the referee declared a blind hen. Graphically, Wayne Gretzky Hockey 3 shines in previously unfamiliar VGA splendor. The new 3-D perspective in particular is beautifully drawn. The players are very nicely animated, but without a fast computer they run across the ice with chills. Music and sound effects have also increased tremendously in quality and quantity compared to their predecessors."[9]
Sales edit
The game was regarded by Christopher Weaver in 1997 as one of the most popular Bethesda Softworks titles along with The Terminator 2029 and the Elder Scrolls series.[13]
References edit
- ^ "Bethesda". Computer Games Strategy Plus. September 1992. p. 10. Retrieved October 25, 2022.
- ^ "Wayne Gretzky Hockey 3". Computer Gaming World. December 1992. p. 32. Retrieved August 21, 2021.
- ^ a b Nirvi, Mika (February 1993). "Wayne Gretzky Hockey 3". Pelit (in Finnish). p. 45. Retrieved August 21, 2021.
- ^ McCullough, Joseph (January 26, 1993). "Wayne Gretzky Hockey 3 - Breaking the mold". Computer Games Strategy Plus. p. 78. Retrieved August 25, 2021.
- ^ Goble, Gordon (January 1993). "The Icing On The Puck". Computer Gaming World. p. 94. Retrieved October 4, 2021.
- ^ a b "Gretzky Gold: The Collector's edition". Chicago Tribune. July 16, 1993. p. 132. Archived from the original on January 8, 2024. Retrieved January 8, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Nirvi, Mika (February 1, 1993). "Wayne Gretzky Hockey 3 – Taru liigan herrasta". Pelit (in Finnish). Archived from the original on August 31, 2021. Retrieved August 31, 2021.
- ^ a b "Wayne Gretzky Hockey 3" (in German). January 1993. p. 39. Retrieved August 21, 2021.
- ^ a b "Wayne Gretzky Hockey 3". Power Play (in German). December 1992. Retrieved August 21, 2021.
- ^ "Wayne Gretzky Hockey 3". PC Zone. June 1993. p. 59. Retrieved September 1, 2021.
- ^ "Wayne Gretzky Hockey 3". PC Joker. January 1993. p. 20. Retrieved October 4, 2021.
- ^ Randall, Neil (April 1993). "Wayne Gretzky Hockey 3". Game Players. p. 80. Retrieved October 4, 2021.
- ^ Timothy, Burn (June 30, 1997). "Lean, Mean' Software Machine Thrives in a Ferocious Market". The Washington Times. Retrieved January 8, 2024.