NHL Blades of Steel 2000 (USA) (GBC)

NHL Blades of Steel 2000 is an ice hockey game for the Game Boy Color, delivering an authentic and fast-paced NHL experience right on your handheld device. The game allows players to control official NHL teams and their respective players from the 1999-2000 season.

The gameplay of NHL Blades of Steel 2000 focuses on quick action and strategy. Players control a single skater on the ice, with the primary objective of getting the puck into the opponent's net while defending their own goal. Basic controls include moving your player, passing the puck to teammates, shooting towards the net, and performing checks to steal the puck or impede opponents. The game utilizes a top-down or isometric perspective, making it easy for players to survey the rink.

One of the distinguishing features of the Blades of Steel series, and NHL Blades of Steel 2000 is no exception, is the inclusion of fighting. When two players collide or engage in rough play, a one-on-one fistfight can erupt, where the player needs to quickly press buttons to win the brawl. The outcome of the fight can result in the player being sent to the penalty box.

The game includes several modes to keep players engaged. The Exhibition mode allows you to jump into a quick match. The Season mode lets you guide your favorite team through an entire NHL season, competing against all other teams in the league. If your team performs well, you'll advance to the Playoffs, where games become more intense and decisive, with the ultimate goal of winning the coveted Stanley Cup.

Additionally, the game incorporates strategic elements such as line changes between periods or during special situations like power plays or penalty kills. Despite being a GBC game, NHL Blades of Steel 2000 still manages to reasonably recreate the rules and flow of a professional hockey match, providing an entertaining experience for sports fans.