NHL 09.
It is safe to say that the National Hockey Leauge game series has been milked to death, then again with most sports games a game each year has done most of the series good, Fifa 01, 02, 03, Tiger Woods 01, 02, 03 etc. But most of them just repeat the same game with better graphics ... Read review
All new be a pro- play out an entire career as your favourite NHL player with a dynamic ... more
new player focused camera angle. Instant in-game feedback lets you know where you're excelling and where you need to improve.New rookie controls- hit, pass, shoot, and score using a simplified two-button control system. Newcomers to the game can now challenge the best of the best.European dynasty leagues- play out multiple seasons in the official Swedish, Finnish, Czech and German leagues, and, for the first time, play a season in the Russian Super League.Become A legend- master the skill stick to take your game to the next level. With improved stick-handling, passing, and shooting accuracy, you'll be an NHL All-star in no time.Authentic NHL gameplay- from detailed player likeness, alternate team sweaters, ice spray, true-to-life sounds when crashing off the boards, and more, this is a truly authentic hockey experience.Conquer rivals around the world- challenge friends and rivals online in head to head games, season mode, or in a World Tournament, or take on the role of commissioner, hosting league play with up to 30 teams.
Key Features:Defensive Skill Stick- NHL 098 gave you true offensive prowess with the Skill ... more
Stick, and this year we?re giving you the power to stop it. Block passing lanes with 360 control of your stick or kill an opponent?s one timer game by lifting their stick just before they receive a pass. Be A Pro - NHL 09 will put you on the ice with a dynamic new 3rd person camera as you play the role of one player on a team. Our Performance Tracker will rate your play in over 60 (confirm) categories, both online and offline, to make sure you know what parts of your game need to improve. Offline, Be A Pro starts your career off in the ranks of the AHL and challenges you to become one of the best in the NHL. Your very own hockey card will mark your progress, from your rookie beginnings to a potentially legendary ending. EA SPORTS Hockey League - Jump into the EA SPORTS Hockey League and become part of the first console sports MMO. Take your created player online and join a team with friends, or scout for players. Featuring 6 vs. 6 online team play, the ability to level up your player, tournament brackets, and awards at the end of every season - you can become the first great name in videogame hockey. NHL 94 Controls - Hit, pass, shoot, and score using the simplified two-button control system featured in NHL 94. Now even players new to the game can challenge the best of the best. Interactive Tutorial System - deal for newcomers to the game, or the sport in general, this all-new system will teach you how to shoot, skate and deke before you hit the ice. In addition, in-game hints will pop up to help you to keep on track. Create-A-Play Breakouts - The ice is your canvas and it?s up to you to paint a winning strategy in both online and offline play. Create breakout plays from your own zone or set up behind your net and tell your right winger to look for the flip dump from the defenseman Check Hard and Fight - An All-new physics-based checking and fighting engine featuring more than 300 new animations brings a higher-level of intensity to the game. Watch players reach for the ice to soften their fall or simply get laid out on their back when you catch them with their head down in open ice. Circle your opponent, grab his jersey and settle a mid-game score. One-handed Dekes- NHL 09 adds another weapon to you offensive arsenal the one handed deke. When you are skating in on a breakaway tap the puck to one hand and tuck the puck behind a sprawling goalie for the ultimate finish. Media Hub - Upload your best highlights to EA SPORTS World and take screenshots for your hockey card. Personalize your game experience by using your own music in every arena during team intros, after goals, and more.
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Advantages: Amazing Controls, Immersive Gameplay, Pro Mode, Online gem. Disadvantages: Poor Frame rate during cutscenes and replay, Connection issues online.
NHL 09.
It is safe to say that the National Hockey Leauge game series has been milked to death, then again with most sports games a game each year has done most of the series good, Fifa 01, 02, 03, Tiger Woods 01, 02, 03 etc. But most of them just repeat the same game with better graphics and a few twitches with new technology provided over the years.
NHL 09 breaks that mold, rather than making one or two fixes, a feature ... ...
Following the basic NHL game lineup, with career modes, multiplayer, customization and so forth. It manages to make the whole game immersive, making you come back for more. No more repetetive matches in different arenas, the AI for each team are actually different by a longshot. Talking for the AI, They no longer just sit by and watch you score, the AI actually forces you to play the game, and will provide a challenge for you. As well as ... more
NHL 09.
It is safe to say that the National Hockey Leauge game series has been milked to death, then again with most sports games a game each year has done most of the series good, Fifa 01, 02, 03, Tiger Woods 01, 02, 03 etc. But most of them just repeat the same game with better graphics and a few twitches with new technology provided over the years.
NHL 09 breaks that mold, rather than making one or two fixes, a feature or two, better graphics, It makes a new game in it's self.
Following the basic NHL game lineup, with career modes, multiplayer, customization and so forth. It manages to make the whole game immersive, making you come back for more. No more repetetive matches in different arenas, the AI for each team are actually different by a longshot. Talking for the AI, They no longer just sit by and watch you score, the AI actually forces you to play the game, and will provide a challenge for you. As well as a new stick mode allowing you to control the puck on both sides of the stick.
The game it's self looks amazing with good graphics, using the PS3's advance system to make the experience immersive, better than the PS2 and PC version, but just equal with the Xbox 360 vision. I myself own the Xbox360 version as well have been renting the PS3 version, and the PS3 Version stomps the opposition despite a poor frame rate during cutscenes and replays sometimes.
The EA Sports Hockey League is a great innovation in online play that adds to the entire experience of the game but the interface is anything but simple and I have experienced alot of connection issues, but I am hoping that is just my internet compared to the great game.
To sum it up, I would give it a 8 out of 10, a perfect game in most aspects with one or two naggles here and there, it beats all the other hockey games on the market and is well worth buying and will last you for years to come.
Pro's - Amazing control system - Immersive gameplay - New Pro gamemode a great addition - EA Sports Hockey League is a great online gem.
Con's - Moderate poor frame rate in replays and cutscenes - Connection issues online and complicated online menu system.
8/10 Well worth buying, XBOX 360 version is practically equal but with reduced graphics by a tiny notch.
Advantages: Very Realistic! Too many advantages to list. Disadvantages: Addicting
...is by far the best NHL video game ever made! It has amazing gameplay, the graphics are excellent, you can tell who the players are by looking at them. The players movements are realistic, and it is like watching a hockey game on tv. The new defensive features are nice upgrade over previous versions of this game and it allows you to play a more defensive oriented game. My only beef with the gameplay is the A.I. of the goaltenders, as they tend to ... ...moves or passes and it leads to easy goals. The new Be A Pro mode I found cool because of the first person camera view it gives you, and it is really like you are playing a game of hockey yourself. The only downfall of this mode is it can be quite time consuming to play your whole career. I also find it annoying that you score way more goals than you get assists as the players you play with are not very good at scoring. My favourite mode of the game ...
dpospish 10.02.2009
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Re-live the excitement of last season's Stanley Cup Final between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Detroit Red Wings by stepping into the skates of a top NHL star in the new Be A Pro mode. With a dynamic new camera that puts the focus on your player, Be A Pro is a whole new way to play the greatest game on ice. The new Be A Pro career mode will put you in the skates of an up and coming superstar. Start in the AHL and work your way up to the NHL, with the ultimate goal of becoming an NHL legend. The new Performance Tracker will rate your play in over 60 categories so you will know exactly what parts of your game you need to improve. NHL 09 will also introduce the evolution of online team play - the EA SPORTS Hockley League. Take your created player online and join a team with friends, or scout for players. Featuring 6 vs. 6 online play and the ability to level up your player - you can become the first great name in videogame hockey.
