"If you build a franchise around a single character, that can be a problem. Build it around world, anything is possible." - Joseph Staten, design director at Bungie
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.
Beijing 2008: The Official Video Game of the Olympic Games, features gymnastics, track and field, and a plethora of other events that involve using the analogue sticks to maneuver the Olympic competitors into victory. Compete against your friends around the world in multiplayer online gameplay and compare your performance from the online score board. Let the games begin!
Another year, another FIFA. Among the improvements in the new FIFA are better responsiveness that allows for quicker release of the ball, greater urgency in the off-the-ball running, a new jostle system that takes into account the strength of the players when going shoulder to shoulder, and subtle animations that enable players to take first-time shots.
The ultimate wildlife hunting franchise is back with Deer Hunter Tournament! Venture to prestigious hunting locations in pursuit of rare wildlife that feature true-to-life animal instincts! Deer Hunter Tournament also introduces a multiplayer aspect into the franchise, so grab your rifles: the competition is on!
Blood Bowl is a combination of a war game and a sports game. The basics are simple: two teams, one ball. The team that carries the ball into the opponent's end zone scores a touchdown; the team with the most touchdowns at the end of the game is the winner. However, it's how you decide to do this that makes things interesting, as the ends justify the means.
It's not just the players you have at your disposal, either. You can bribe the referee's to look the other way as you cripple or trample annoying opponents and hire illegal wizards to give you a hand directly from the crowd.
Shaun White Snowboarding is an upcoming video game developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft. Built on the Assassin's Creed engine, this game features highly customizable avatars, various game modes, and open-ended multiplayer options.
Pure is putting the thrill back into ATV off-road racing. While most racing games are simulators that try to be as true to life as possible, the focus of Pure is on speed and pulling unbelievable tricks as you fly hundreds of feet though the air. Race against 15 other extreme racers, both on and off-line in this off-road racing game.
Compete against the worlds best dart throwers in PDC World Championship Darts 2008. World renowned dart champions compete in the full line up of electrifying tournaments with exceptional graphic enhancements and even more play modes and additional formats.
EA Sports puts you back out on the pitch with it's latest installment in the famed FIFA Soccer series, FIFA Soccer 08! With a completely re-worked AI able to process multiple decisions in real-time, expect to experience one of the most realistic soccer simulations on the market! So get on the field, and get ready for a one-of-a-kind soccer experience!
