NHL '97
Sega Saturn · 1996
About this game
1997 edition of EA's NHL sport simulation series.
Improvements in this edition come mostly in the graphical arena, with a refined version of the "virtual stadium" system that adds new camera angles (including the classical top-down one strangely missing from NHL 96), and polygonal players instead of the bitmap-based ones with motion-captured animations.
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Other extras include multiplayer support for up to 8 players through network or Gravis's GrIP system, the option to create new players and trade them around, and the usual amount of EA sports licensed multimedia flair, including an interesting "Goalie Mask Viewer" which lets you observe the elaboratedly decorated helmets of 30 goalies.
About Sega Saturn
The Sega Saturn (1994/1995) struggled commercially against the PlayStation despite strong 2D capabilities and a library beloved by shoot-'em-up and RPG fans. Its relatively low sales translated directly into low print runs for many games, making the Saturn one of the more expensive retro platforms to collect completely — several titles now sell for hundreds of euros in good condition.
Gamevaro tracks NHL '97 for Sega Saturn with separate market values for loose, complete-in-box (CIB) and factory-sealed copies, sourced from real eBay sales. Prices also vary by region — PAL, NTSC-U and NTSC-J releases of the same game often sell for different amounts due to print run sizes and regional collector demand.
Adding NHL '97 to a Gamevaro collection takes seconds — search by title or scan the box barcode, and the app fills in cover art, release details and current pricing automatically. This SAT release dates back to 1996.
Price history
Market values by condition
PAL
NTSC-U
NTSC-J
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-15 | Item only | NTSC-U | €11.32 |
| 2026-07-15 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €51.03 |
| 2026-07-15 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €14.03 |
| 2026-07-15 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €50.95 |
| 2026-07-15 | Item only | NTSC-J | €11.30 |
| 2026-07-15 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €14.01 |
| 2026-07-14 | Complete in Box | PAL | €15.41 |
| 2026-07-14 | New (sealed) | PAL | €61.88 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | PAL | €13.31 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €28.87 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €5.79 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €6.82 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €4.26 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €3.66 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €10.24 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | PAL | €2.56 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €20.38 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €4.09 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €8.51 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €22.41 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €31.76 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €17.95 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €17.04 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-J | €9.47 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €16.32 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €7.87 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €3.40 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €4.26 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €28.86 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €6.81 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
NHL '97 has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning enough copies circulate to establish a reliable market price.
Complete-in-box (CIB) copies typically command a premium over loose cartridges/discs because the original box and manual are more fragile and get discarded or damaged over time — fewer complete sets survive.
Frequently asked questions
How much is NHL '97 worth?
NHL '97 for Sega Saturn is currently worth €13.31 loose, €10.24 complete in box, and €16.32 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is NHL '97 rare?
NHL '97 has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning it trades hands regularly and isn't considered particularly rare.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for NHL '97?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. For NHL '97, loose is €13.31 and CIB is €10.24 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is NHL '97 worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of NHL '97 is currently worth €13.31 loose, versus €11.32 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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