Abstract: My interest in most American sports always seems to have started with a video game first. The NFL is a great example, as I always failed to understand what it was about by just seeing bits and piece on TV. Then, about ten years ago, I grabbed some old ...
A breathtakingly well-made sports game, with almost nothing to fault and everything to enjoy. Accessible, deep, attractive and brutal in equal measure, and highly, highly entertaining. 7.2/10Print this pageUser reviews (0)Share this pageNoticed somethi...
Abstract: Want to know if you will have some fun with the latest NHL title in the series? Take a look at the good and the bad of the series to make your hockey happen. If you enjoy a good game of hockey but find that strapping a pair of skates takes more skill...
Abstract: Name: NHL 09Genre: Sports - HockeyPlatform: PS3, PS2, PC, Xbox 360 (Reviewed on PS3) Last year, EA changed the face of hockey video games with the release of NHL 08. With its innovative control scheme, gorgeous visuals and incredibly realistic hockey...
Abstract: While the sport of hockey has lost its fair share of spectators, on TV and in the arenas mainly due to the strike, the video game versions of the sport seem to up the ante year in and year out. Last year's NHL 08 from EA, while tough in the net, provid...
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Published: 2008-09-17, Author: Jon , review by: cnet.com
Abstract: There are few moments in any sports video game more satisfying than scoring a goal in NHL 09. Its more than aiming top-shelf and pressing a button before the goalie gets into position. No, you have to outmaneuver the defense with quick skating and sma...
Skill stick gives you great control on both sides of the puck, AI forces you to play realistic brand of hockey, Be a Pro mode is incredibly immersive, EA Sports Hockey League is a great innovation in online play.
Online connection issues will hamper your dreams of glory, Poor frame rate in cutscenes and replays, Online interface is far from userfriendly.
The latest entry in EAs venerable hockey franchise is the best yet. ...
Abstract: If there is one hockey game to pick up this year, this is it. For the past several seasons, NHL fans have known which game offers the real-deal hockey simulation, and EA has taken their franchise to even bigger heights in NHL 09. Improving on an alrea...
Abstract: If you are a sports fan, regardless of whether you would class yourself as a hockey fan, this is the game to play. It has the right pacing, can lure you in and brings a lot of depth and entertainment value. Congrats to EA Sports dev team – you have tak...
