NHL Rivals 2004
Xbox · 2003
About this game
NHL Rivals 2004 is the first NHL title for the Xbox, developed by MGS (Microsoft Game Studios), and the second title developed under the XSN Sports banner - the development team's first foray into hockey on console.
At the time of its release, the visuals in this game were its major selling point, with each player's face mapped onto their model ingame.
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The game features a fully animated polygonal crowd, tons of motion-captured animations, NHL licensed players, teams and arenas.
The look and feel of the game are much different than games like EA's NHL series.
This was also the first hockey game on Xbox that let players play in online tournaments and leagues over Xbox Live and XSN Sports.
Rosters were updated as the season went on via content downloads over Xbox Live, though were only available for a limited time.
Rivals 2004 features the gameplay mode of 3-on-3 pond hockey.
This pickup-game style of play is meant for those who prefer instant action, and it can also be played over Xbox Live.
Players can connect and join in on a recreational game intended to simulate the fun pickup games that many people played as kids.
The gameplay is arcade-like, with fast play and quick passing via a button or in specific directions using the analog stick.
About Xbox
Microsoft's original Xbox (2001) marked the company's first console and stood out for its built-in hard drive and Xbox Live service, which laid the groundwork for modern online console gaming. Original Xbox discs are prone to wear, so complete, undamaged copies — especially of the system's more niche or Japan-only titles — are less common than the console's overall sales figures might suggest.
Gamevaro tracks NHL Rivals 2004 for Xbox 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.
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Price history
Market values by condition
PAL
NTSC-U
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-13 | Item only | PAL | €10.55 |
| 2026-07-13 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €12.74 |
| 2026-07-13 | Complete in Box | PAL | €10.59 |
| 2026-07-13 | New (sealed) | PAL | €15.90 |
| 2026-07-13 | Item only | NTSC-U | €7.29 |
| 2026-07-13 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €7.71 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €7.36 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €4.86 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €10.62 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | PAL | €1.84 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €11.68 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €2.94 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | PAL | €7.35 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | PAL | €4.86 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | PAL | €2.94 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | PAL | €1.84 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | PAL | €10.62 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | PAL | €11.67 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | PAL | €7.25 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | PAL | €2.90 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | PAL | €4.80 |
| 2026-06-18 | Manual Only | PAL | €1.81 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | PAL | €11.51 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | PAL | €10.47 |
| 2026-06-17 | New (sealed) | PAL | €10.47 |
| 2026-06-17 | Graded New | PAL | €11.51 |
| 2026-06-17 | Complete in Box | PAL | €7.25 |
| 2026-06-17 | Item only | PAL | €4.80 |
| 2026-06-17 | Box Only | PAL | €2.91 |
| 2026-06-17 | Manual Only | PAL | €1.82 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
NHL Rivals 2004 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 Rivals 2004 worth?
NHL Rivals 2004 for Xbox is currently worth €10.55 loose, €7.36 complete in box, and €10.62 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is NHL Rivals 2004 rare?
NHL Rivals 2004 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 Rivals 2004?
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 Rivals 2004, loose is €10.55 and CIB is €7.36 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is NHL Rivals 2004 worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of NHL Rivals 2004 is currently worth €10.55 loose, versus €7.29 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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