hockey fanatics here we go
gameplay 8/10
this is probably the best engine for hockey gameplay. the players move as they would in a real situation. The problems mostly stands with the checking. There seems to be alot of checking that really makes the game feel like a bashing game. the strategies though move really nice as the AI seems to actually set up and know what you want them to do. goalie feature is nice but added only mininum excitement in
controls 8/10
the controls are the same as usual with 3 modes to choose from. the addition of the right thumbstick as a deke move while holding LT was a good figure, but not truly up to par as the other game. The buttons seemed to lack in reaction time as well, as it was about half a second slow in what you wanted them to do.
graphics 7/10
this is probably the weakess part of the game as it doesnt seem to be up to par with being a next gen system. The graphics are the big improvment to the PS2/xbox counterparts, but they just seem smoothed out not improved. The ice in the rink it probably the best ice in any hockey game however.
storyline 7/10
playing a franchise mode really shows the detal this game carries, its probably one of the best features as a full season or more doesnt feel too long, but if your struggling it can add the white hairs, it does give you a good feel into what being a GM is all about.
worst feature
slow response time on buttons and graphics needed the next gen push
best feature
game engine is the best with intelligent AI