![]() You?ve got the tried and true Franchise, Ultimate Team, Ones, Threes, Be a Pro, and the online World of Chel. I read Matthew?s review from last season and based on my last time playing the franchise, it looks like all of the old modes have carried over and there aren?t any new mode additions. Those are the main additions that I noticed (along with what EA showcased). I imagine big hockey fans will enjoy checking out how EA supported, or cheated, their team in their opinions. Memorizing what icon means what can take some time and experience but it?s all worth it for the level of depth given to each team?s roster. In NHL this can be their skating ability, shooting a snapshot, a one-timer, making an impossible pass, being a bruiser on defense, or many more attributes. For those unfamiliar, X-Factor is a particular ability a given player has because they are known to be a game changer in some way. NHL decided to copy a feature from it?s big brother and it was a good move. ![]() If that sounds familiar to you it?s because that term has been used in the Madden series for years. The next new feature is X-Factor Players. Once that puck is on the ice and you?re making your move into the opponent?s zone, you?ll see icons next to certain players. My first game really brought back my love for this series. The Frostbite engine truly is a great fit for the NHL franchise. Then you get to the puck drop and the game starts and it?s silky smooth. I don?t know if it?s due to playing Madden on these consoles for almost a year now or not having played last year?s NHL, but everything really looks incredible. This wowed me more than Madden this season as well. The skate marks on the rink, the details in the audience, the players? jerseys, I could go on and on. Immediately jumping into a game (along with the extremely fast loading), I was blown away with how great the arenas, players, and ice all looked. The franchise is now making the move to the Frostbite engine and I?ll tell you it has never looked so gorgeous. Let?s start with what?s brand new, beyond making a debut on new consoles. Does EA give a brand new experience or is it more of the same, like we?ve been getting with Madden year after year? Spoiler, it?s actually a little bit of both. I was eager to see the improvements EA made in the generation jump along with the inclusion of the newest NHL franchise Seattle Kraken (such a disappointing logo). It?s also my return to the franchise after taking the year off and Matthew covering last year?s release (LINKY). ![]() ?Next Gen? hockey is here! The NHL franchise makes its PS5 and Xbox Series X|S debut this year after skipping a free upgrade last year ? la Madden. ![]() When the new generation of consoles has good enough availability that anyone can get their hands on them with a little effort, we will make the switch.Ī: Gen 4 is considered PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, while the newer consoles - PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X are considered gen 5.Also On: PS4, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, PC Q: When will NHLGamer start running leagues and tournaments on the gen 5 version?Ī: As soon as possible. By purchasing the NHL 22 X-Factor Edition, you get access to both versions and thus can take part in our leagues and tournaments no matter if you have the gen 4 or gen 5 console. Q: But wait!? I have the PlayStation 5/Xbox Series X - does that mean I can't participate in the NHLGamer leagues and tournaments?Ī: The PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X are capable of running the gen 4 version of the game, meaning the PS5 can run the PS4 version and the XSX can run the Xbox One version. We are, however, exploring the option of moving over to gen 5 fully during the lifecycle of NHL 22, so we strongly suggest players to acquire the NHL 22 X-Factor Edition due to the fact that it gives you double entitlement (both gen 4 & gen 5 access to the game). While we are eager about the advancements that gen 5 (PS5 & XSX) brings us, we want to be realistic with the restrictions to console availability has meant for some of our gamers, and in an attempt of being as inclusive as possible, we will proceed as stated. With that being said, we are issuing the statement that NHLGamer will primarily continue to host its leagues on gen 4 consoles (PlayStation 4 & Xbox One) until further notice. While we haven’t had an answer to give you before today, we feel like we owe it to you, all the passionate gamers, to communicate as clearly and swiftly as possible. We’ve heard the concerns you have regarding the transition to the next generation of consoles (PlayStation 5 & Xbox X/S) and what that entails for NHLGamer leagues in the future. ![]()
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