NHL 08
About the Game
The 2008 edition of EA's ice hockey simulation includes many improvements to the Skill Stick feature that was introduced in NHL 07 . Another novelty is the Goalie mode where players can manually take control of the goalie through a 3rd-person camera. Players can create and work towards custom players and a rumble feature introduces a new form of communication where players can call for the puck by tapping the ice with the stick. In addition to NHL teams, this edition also features international teams and the 29 AHL teams, as well as the new jerseys for the regular NHL season.
Standout Features
- EA's: The 2008 edition of EA's ice hockey simulation includes many improvements to the Skill Stick feature that was introduced in NHL 07 .
- Goalie: Another novelty is the Goalie mode where players can manually take control of the goalie through a 3rd-person camera.
- Players can create and work towards custom players and a rumble feature introduces a new form of communication where players can call for the puck by tapping the ice with the stick.
- In addition to NHL teams, this edition also features international teams and the 29 AHL teams, as well as the new jerseys for the regular NHL season.
Modes & Ways to Play
The PS3 and Xbox 360 version do not contain a fantasy draft to create a dream team to take through the Stanley Cup in the Dynasty mode, but have the Sweden's Elitserien and Finland's SM-liiga.
Player support includes Co-Op, Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS), and Team.
Presentation & Atmosphere
Display support includes Progressive Scan (480p), HDTV 720p, and HDTV 1080p. Audio support includes Dolby Digital.
