Published: 2008-09-16, 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: Name: NHL 09Genre: Sports - HockeyPlatform: PS3, PS2, PC, Xbox 360 (Reviewed on Xbox 360) 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 h...
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Published: 2008-09-11, Author: Will , review by: gamespy.com
"Be a Pro" mode is an addictive blast; online experience is greatly improved; six-on-six play; same great action as last year.
Not many on-ice innovations; occasional framerate hiccups; online leagues can be troublesome for those of us without friends.
There are a lot of gamers out there that just cant get into sports games. This probably isnt surprising, as some titles (were looking in your direction, Madden NFL) require an in-depth knowledge of the sports rules or the ability to understand the ...
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: NHL 09 is a great hockey title, offering some fantastic new features, a deep Be A Pro mode, and some awesome online features. Hockey fans should definitely pick this one up.
Abstract: Being named IGNs Sports Game of the Year is tough for a series. It puts a lot of pressure on the next title to live up to its now celebrated name. To do that developers must think of new ideas that push gameplay beyond something that was considered to...
Abstract: One of the main problems facing an annual videogame franchise is the need to constantly better itself and/or the opposition. After last year’s standout NHL title, many thought that it couldn’t be improved and were resigned to holding on to that copy of...
Abstract: NHL-spelen har länge tillhört mina favoriter. Redan innan de hette NHL spenderade jag en massa tid med spelen. Nu har de gått länge sedan dess och det har hänt mycket. Nu kan man dribbla med hjälp av den analoga spaken, man kan lyfta upp klubban på sin...
