ESPN NHL Hockey is more than just the game of hockey. It is true grit, true skills, true intensity and your ability to bring those elements to each and every match-up you face. It is taking on anyone, anytime, anywhere. It is feeling the impact of a precision hit and splitting the D with a skilled skater. It is the battle for the puck and the glory of burying it in the back of the net. It is achieving milestones and setting the standard for others to follow. It is everything you'd want in a hockey game and nothing you'd expect.
General Information:
Developer: Kush Games
Publisher: ESPN Videogames
Release Date: 09/09/2003
Rated: Everyone
Console Availability:
Sony Playstation 2
Microsoft Xbox
New Features:
Groundbreaking Graphics Engine: Pushing the hardware to new limits, player models and faces, environmental effects, arenas, cut-scenes, uniforms and more are meticulously detailed - raising realism to a new level.
Top-Notch Commentary:A superstar booth features the best in the business, as ESPN's Gary Thorne and Bill Clement deliver smart play-by-play and color commentary with situational analysis and true ESPN flavor.
Got Skills?: Put your skills to the test against the NHL's best as you compete for the title in all of the NHL's All-Star skills challenges.
Mini-Games Galore:Including Mini-Rink, a fast-paced 2 on 2 intense hockey experience, Pond Hockey, and enhanced skills events.
Feel The Impact The art of the well executed hit is showcased with authentic animations detailing open ice hits, checks into the boards and even the occasional flight over the boards and onto the players bench.
Know Your History:Honoring the tradition and heritage of the NHL, playable historic teams and vintage jerseys let you indulge in some the most legendary eras in the sport of hockey.
The Skybox:Admire as you acquire; unlock in-game features and customize your skybox with items that are earned by surpassing current NHL records and achieving other in-game milestones.
Muck It Up :True-to-the-game board pinning controls give you the option to wear down opponents, fight for possession, or tie up the puck to get a whistle while a dynamic camera lets you soak up all the action up close and personal.