Hit the Ice is one of those early '90s hockey games that somehow nails the chaos of the sport better than most. The second you drop the puck, it's pure mayhem—players collide, sticks swing wildly, and the puck ricochets like it's got a mind of its own. The controls are simple (pass, shoot, check), but the physics are just unpredictable enough to keep things interesting.

I love how chunky the sprites are—every hit feels satisfying, and the way players go flying after a solid body check never gets old. The power-ups are a weird but fun touch, letting you freeze the other team or turn your shots into literal fire. It’s not exactly NHL-level realism, but that’s part of the charm. If you’re looking for a no-nonsense arcade hockey game with some rough edges, this one’s a blast.