NHL 09

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  • ESRB Rating: Everyone 10 and Older
  • Mild Violence
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As the successor to the critically acclaimed NHL 08, winner of seven sports game of the year awards, NHL 09 builds on the momentum of last year, with innovative controls and added depth. New modes will be available, as well, such as superstar mode, which gives you control over only one player of an entire team. Newcomers can also enjoy an interactive tutorial that will get players shooting and skating on the ice with ease.

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NHL 09 - PS3

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Amazing visuals Braindead computer AI
Intense action  
Tight controls  
Just plain fun  
Best Hockey Game

By far the best hockey game ever made. The visuals are amazing and the new controls add to the overall experiance

NHL 09 - PS3

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Amazing visuals Braindead computer AI
Intense action  
Addictive gameplay  
Just plain fun  
Easily the best hockey game ever

NHL 09 offers one of the best hockey experiences for which one can ask. The "Franchise" mode is what one would come to expect; not much has changed from the last game. The true genius of the game, however, lies in the "Be A Pro" mode. If you are expecting an empty experience as in the similar mode that is offered in Madden, you are mistaken. The ability to, "level up" if you will, offers the experience of actually living the moments of a true hockey player. I mean really, whose dream isn't advancing through the minors to the pros and becoming a legend? So if you have an iota of an interest in hockey, you really owe it to yourself to purchase this game.

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  • Sep. 30, 2008 Review: NHL 09 (360)

    The last few years have been good to hockey fans when it comes to videogames. EA Sports has been doing fine work, but this years version is undoubtedly the best game of hockey yet.

    THE BOTTOM LINE: Any fan of hockey owes it to themselves to grab a copy of this instant classic.