NHL 2001, for the Sony PlayStation 1, is a sports simulation video game that lets players experience the action and energy of professional ice hockey. Developed by EA Sports, this title falls under the sports genre, specifically focusing on ice hockey. Players can choose from official NHL teams, complete with authentic rosters and uniforms, to play in various modes, such as Exhibition, Season, and Playoffs. NHL 2001 features realistic gameplay mechanics, detailed graphics for its time, and play-by-play commentary, immersing fans in a true-to-life NHL atmosphere, with the thrills of scoring goals and making big hits.