bluenose_72 198 Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 The demo is released today(it is in the US, not sure about the UK). Can't wait for this game, they have apparently went through forums seeing what the fans wanted and have made a lot of gameplay refinements. There will also be a GM mode. New features Battle on the Boards: A new board play physics engine lets players shield the puck along the boards, kick-pass it to teammates, or pin an opponent.[2] Intimidation Tactics: Players will be able to fore-check defenders, pressure the puck, and finish checks to force your opposing skaters into making mistakes. Engaging the opposing team's star players will now instigate players and fans. Skaters who frequently harass star players will become antagonized by the opposing crowd and players.[2] Post-Whistle Action: Players will be able to finish checks, retaliate for late shots on goal, draw penalties and pick fights after the referee blows the whistle.[2] New First Person Fighting Engine: Players controlling the team's enforcer will be able to engage instigators in a new first person fighting simulator.[2] Spectacular Goals: Introducing spectacular new ways to score, like players one-timing loose pucks, stick-handling and shooting from their knees, batting pucks out of the air and lifting a leg to fake a shot on goal. New Precision Passing: A new 360° precision passing mechanic delivers control over the speed and direction of passes so players can bank passes off the boards or play the puck into space for teammates to skate on to it. Players take poor passes off their skates and kick the puck to their sticks.[2] Improved Goalie Intelligence: Goaltenders will be able to position themselves more intelligently, react to shots more quickly and recover from saves faster. NHL 10 will feature 250 new goalie animations, including swatting pucks out of the air, second and third saves, and desperation lunges.[2] Interactive Atmosphere: Animations of fans within in the game have been rendered to appear more life-like and detailed. Playoff games will feature towel-waving fans and greater reactions from the crowds.[2] GM Mode: Players will now be able to control a team as if they were a general manager in the "NHL General Manager" mode. This feature enables players to build their own dynasty team through drafting, trading, and signing skaters. A players success will be measured by the number of positive influences they have on their franchise.[2] Battle for the Cup Mode: This mode will allow players to choose two opposing teams and pit them against each other in the Stanley Cup Final. Players will have the option to play a 1, 3, 5, or 7 game elimination round. The winning team will be presented with the Stanley Cup. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liam_RFC 238 Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 good stuff a kept sayin a was gonna get 09 but never got round to it will defo get this especially now av got a job Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyFRFC 10 Posted August 23, 2009 Share Posted August 23, 2009 Just played the demo - can't wait to pick it up. Never got round to buying 09 but apparently this plays pretty similarily. Need to take a note of everyone that buys 10 and get some games goin... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy500 463 Posted August 23, 2009 Share Posted August 23, 2009 Just pre-ordered this on Shopto. Can't wait for it to come out! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
caps13gb 19 Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 sounds quite amazing....made the mistake of buying the nhl 2k9 this year...wont do that again. when is 10? out? if anyone fancys a game of 09 just now on the 360 add me : caps13gb Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyFRFC 10 Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 Think it's due out near end of September.....26th or there abouts Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndBoydScores 8 Posted September 16, 2009 Share Posted September 16, 2009 There was a midnight launching for it on monday over here in Canada, needless to say I picked it up and have been slapping the yanks around the ice since. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluenose_72 198 Posted September 17, 2009 Author Share Posted September 17, 2009 Just got the game today, release was pushed forward a week. Will post my thoughts later Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyFRFC 10 Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Gonna try pick it up 2moz....bye bye weekend Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brissyger 8 Posted September 19, 2009 Share Posted September 19, 2009 Got the game today. This is the first NHL game I've had since 2001 so obviously think it's a huge step up. I love how the commentary sounds very natural. I've mostly been playing Be A Pro as a centre and only gave the other modes a slight go. The thing I've found difficult on BAP is scoring. I always end up trying to do things myself and it gets saved. Have scored a couple but I'm a lot better at getting assists. I found faceoffs really hard to begin with as well but you get used to them. In the regular game I found it a lot easier to score because I could control where both players could go. Just take one up the flanks and pass it to my guy at the back post. Managed to win a couple of games as Great Britain who are pretty shit, admittedly it was only on Rookie difficulty. The thing I find difficult in this mode is defence. In BAP all I have to do as a centre is get my positioning right and make sure the puck doesn't get to the guy I'm watching. In this mode though I tend to overcommit with my defence and it ends up with them two on one on the goalie. He saved my ass more times than I can count. GM Mode looks great. Really detailed. Only problem is I know jack shit about hockey as far as tactics go. I have no idea how many line strategies I should have, which players should go in which line, what attributes I should be looking for in certain positions. So hopefully one of the North American guys on here might be able to give me some tips as I'm sure you've grown up with hockey. The problem I usually have with games from the NHL and MLB is that the seasons have too many games. I usually get impatient and start simulating a lot of my games. With BAP mode though the gameplay is even more fun and I think I can avoid that, even though I've been dropped to the AHL despite the fact in three games I've contributed 2 goals and 3 assists, more than any other player in the team. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazzareyes 221 Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I loved 09 and was a legend as a center Not bought this yet, i get paid on friday so it will be bought this weekend, sooner if i can get my mum to give me the money for it until friday Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyFRFC 10 Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 Loving it so far (I haven't played since 07) Liking the Online League play with the "Be a Pro" Skaters. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyFRFC 10 Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 i havent had an nhl since 2006? ish does it still have the swedish, german leagues? and also is the british elite league there? will buy it regardless of the later 2 1 happy guy Ye it defo has the swedish and german leagues - not check the British 1 Can play the AHL teams and a few other leagues The only team you need though is the Bruins Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluenose_72 198 Posted September 21, 2009 Author Share Posted September 21, 2009 I'm just glad they have realised the Thrashers have a better team this year and upped the ratings! Bogosian is only 81 though while Doughty is 83 Can't wait for the actual NHL season to start now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyFRFC 10 Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 Ma box just got RROD!!! Raging!!! Still covered but gonna have to wait 2-3 weeks to get it back peeesh Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluenose_72 198 Posted September 21, 2009 Author Share Posted September 21, 2009 Ma box just got RROD!!! Raging!!! Still covered but gonna have to wait 2-3 weeks to get it back peeesh That's what ye get for supporting the Bruins Just kidding mate, thats a shitter Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy500 463 Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 Ma box just got RROD!!! Raging!!! Still covered but gonna have to wait 2-3 weeks to get it back peeesh That's what ye get for supporting the Bruins Just kidding mate, thats a shitter Damn Xbox's! Though supporting the Bruins Hated those cunts last year! We kept outplaying them and getting humped, until we finally beat them in the post-season and put them out on their arses Was delighted! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynchio 0 Posted September 23, 2009 Share Posted September 23, 2009 Think there may be an issue with NHL10 as I got RROD as soon as it had loaded, 3 other people I know of on hockey forums have experienced the same. Coincidence? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluenose_72 198 Posted September 23, 2009 Author Share Posted September 23, 2009 But would there not also be a problem with the PS3 version? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyFRFC 10 Posted September 23, 2009 Share Posted September 23, 2009 Think there may be an issue with NHL10 as I got RROD as soon as it had loaded, 3 other people I know of on hockey forums have experienced the same. Coincidence? Really? Interesting... I'm getting a loan of my bro's box til mine comes back. Now I'm worried I'll tan his box to Is it true that the new Elite box's don't have the fault that causes rrod? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynchio 0 Posted September 24, 2009 Share Posted September 24, 2009 If thats the case then you would think that when repairing they would ensure that they fix the problem permanently if there they have a resolution. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyFRFC 10 Posted September 30, 2009 Share Posted September 30, 2009 hows everyone finidng it? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brissyger 8 Posted October 1, 2009 Share Posted October 1, 2009 It's great mate. I'm addicted to Be A Pro mode. I started a new one and got drafted to Ottawa Senators. Got dropped to the AHL as per usual after a few games but have 11 points in six starts in the AHL and got like 7 from 4 in the NHL. Got a couple of hat-tricks to my name. Haven't really played the GM Mode yet because I need to learn a it more about the tactical side of the game. Btw season begins this weekend and gonna be recording the opener between Bruins and Capitals. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
caps13gb 19 Posted October 1, 2009 Share Posted October 1, 2009 really good! board play is realistic and the fightings such a big upgrade! not sure on the passing but im sure i will get used to it. also the graphics are brilliant on the arenas the crowd is so realistic Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluenose_72 198 Posted October 1, 2009 Author Share Posted October 1, 2009 It's great mate. I'm addicted to Be A Pro mode. I started a new one and got drafted to Ottawa Senators. Got dropped to the AHL as per usual after a few games but have 11 points in six starts in the AHL and got like 7 from 4 in the NHL. Got a couple of hat-tricks to my name. Haven't really played the GM Mode yet because I need to learn a it more about the tactical side of the game. Btw season begins this weekend and gonna be recording the opener between Bruins and Capitals. I started an NHL BAP with Anze Kopitar of the LA Kings and I'm currently top of the NHL scorers leaderboard. His passing is awesome and it helps when guys like Frolov and Brown score once you've passed to them! Season starts tonight actually, big opener between the Maple Leafs and Canadiens - 2 teams with very different looks to them this season. I paid £70 for ESPN360 online, so I'll have access to every game this season(works out quite well if you follow a team, they play 82 games a season so works out at less than £1 per game). Looking forward to Tampa@Atlanta on Saturday. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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