- Simulator, Sport, Non-fiction
From the modernized skating of Next-Gen Vision Control and an overhaul of Chel’s AI player movement to authentic Reactive Action animations — experience true hockey intelligence.
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Plot-driven, contemporary, grave and earnest.
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- classical in formformally daring
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Hardcore GamerCory WellsSep 20244/5NHL 25 leaves the previous generation behind and opening the doors on changes and improvements the series is in need of.
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God is a GeekSean SmithOct 20247.5/10EA delivers on a truly dynamic, next gen hockey experience in NHL 25, but neglects the modes that bookend the package.
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StevivorSteve WrightSep 20247.5/10The EA NHL franchise has seen of lot of change in the last few years, both positive and negative. Despite EA throwing terms like ICE-Q at us, it finally seems like big gameplay changes from the last few years are starting to gel with one another. X-Factors plus pressure systems plus smart AI? It’s a literal gamechanger. I’ve had a blast so far and I hope that continues in weeks to come.
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Push SquareGraham BanasOct 20245/10NHL 25 isn't great. While there are welcome changes this time, almost all of them are cosmetic, or menu-oriented. Ultimately, that's what this iteration amounts to: a hyper-fixation on presentational components. Where are the new game modes? Improvements to the controls? Sure the game looks great, but wouldn't it be awesome if it played great as well?
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IGNNicholas RansbottomOct 20246/10There’s no denying that the action on the ice looks better than ever in NHL 25, and it’s nice to see Franchise Mode get some welcome changes that help it feel more authentic for those interested in the sim experience. But when I look at this year's entry as a whole it's quite lackluster.
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About the game
- Platforms
- Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5
- Developer
- EA Vancouver
- Publisher
- EA Sports
- Released
- October 4, 2024
- Modes
- Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
- Perspective
- Third person
- Engine
- Frostbite
IGDB rating 7.4/10 from 3 ratings.
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