NHL 10 fixes the problems I had with NHL 09 and brings new stuff to the table.
Graphics (9/10)
Running this in 1080p on my Sony TV is pretty nice but I find EA was lazy with some player hair textures just leaving them bald if they couldnt find a texture, not very nice.
Gameplay (32/40)
I love hockey, and I am pleased to play this game. Smooth controls, easy to pick and play, all the gameplay modes and my favourite new features, intimidation and first-person fighting.
Sound/Music (7/10)
Reasonable soundtrack this year with Green Day, The Scorpions and then other bands I don't recognize. Soudns are realistic and hockey-related.
Online Abilities (10/15)
Suffering with lag, modes I dislike and glitchers makes NHL's online pointless to me but good enough for anyone else. Only use it for online roster updates.
Replay Value (23/25)
With multiple modes a hockey freak will love like Battle for the Cup and Playoff Mode to the revamped Dynasty mode now called Be a GM, I am impressed.
Overall (81/100) rounded down to 80/100 or 8.0
I love hockey and enjoy this installment. If you are a hockey freak, you will too.