You will play your first game, and probably get beaten. That stick control seems quite tricky and you are considering changing to the old button controls. But wait, not so fast. The new skill stick will take a few good long games to master, but once you have the hang of it, there is nothing better than racing down the ice on a one-on-one, and flicking that puck in off the post. Please people, "persevere". Good things come to those who wait as they say. Top rate graphics, some dodgy framerate niggles on replays and cutscenes, but hey, its all about the action surely? Hard, satisftying hitting engine, you really feel the impact, and great satisfaction when scoring goals. Be a pro is awesome, get yourself out there on the ice, get to the first line of your dream nhl team! Fancy that. Create a team is awesome beyond words.Create your own team, give them a name, totally and i mean completely customise their gear, and take to the ice. Create a play, yes you create plays. I have pulled one off and its ace. Ace as they come. You will love it. Play it and see. Jamie
Last years NHL game was a huge step forward, and for once EA has continued that forward trend with NHL 2009. While I have not played everything in great depth thus far, I have touched upon most of the game aspects to for... Read Full Review
*** NHL 09 *** THE GOOD -Very realistic hockey action -Solid controls -Excellent multiplayer -Be A Pro mode is addictive -Superb graphics and sound THE BAD -Online connection issues -Confusing menus ... Read Full Review
