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NHL 09
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Electronic Arts |
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Electronic Arts |
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PC |
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Hockey, Sports |
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Mild Violence
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The download version of this product is not eligible for refunds and is only available for purchase in the United States, Canada and Mexico. |
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| 12th Annual Interactive Achievement Awards Winner: Sports Game of the Year
Welcome to the future of sports gaming with NHL®09. With all-new Be A Pro mode, step onto the ice and play an entire career as yourself through a dynamic camera angle that brings you closer to the action than ever before. For rookie players, an easy-to-use game control system evens the playing field, allowing newcomers to challenge more experienced players as soon as the puck drops. Playing with the confidence of an All-Star, storm the European front by playing out a Dynasty career in some of the most prominent leagues in Europe. Whether you’re a proven veteran or picking up the game for the first time, strive to Be a Pro and become a legend with NHL 09. |
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FEATURES
- All-New Be a Pro—Play out an entire career as your favorite NHL player with a dynamic new player-focused camera angle. Instant in-game feedback lets you know where you’re excelling and where you need to improve.
- New Rookie Controls—Hit, pass, shoot, and score using a simplified two-button control system. Newcomers to the game can now challenge the best of the best.
- European Dynasty Leagues—Play out multiple seasons in the official Swedish, Finnish, Czech, and German Leagues, and, for the first time, play a season in the Russian Super League.
- Become a Legend—Master the Skill Stick to take your game to the next level. With improved stick-handling, passing, and shooting accuracy, you’ll be an NHL All-Star in no time.
- Authentic NHL Gameplay—From detailed player likenesses, alternate team sweaters, ice spray, true-to-life sounds when crashing off the boards, and more, this is a truly authentic hockey experience.
- Conquer Rivals Around the World—Challenge friends and rivals online in head-to-head games, season mode, or in a World Tournament, or take on the role of commissioner, hosting league play with up to 30 teams.
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DirectX
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9.0c
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Hard Drive Space
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3.1 GB Free
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Operating System
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Windows XP/Vista
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Processor
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Pentium 4 @ 1.3 GHz or Equivalent
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256 MB
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64 MB (nVidia GeForce 3/ATI Radeon 9000/Intel 915/950/965)
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| Disappointing |
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By: Alex Haladay
Date: Tuesday, Nov 03, 2009
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Very disappointing. The 360 and PS3 may be great but the PC version is one of the great video game let downs of all time. In Be A Pro mode, you can't be a goalie and you don't start in the AHL and work your way up. Also in Be A Pro mode, position on the rink is more important than in reality. There are also small errors that could have easily been patched that weren't.
Example, I made a...[More] |
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By: urfune2
Favorite Category: Sport
Date: Sunday, Jan 11, 2009
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| At first, I thought all of the features were the best ever with the defensive skill stick and the updated equipment. But when I got it and played it I didn't get any of it. And after a while it started to get boring. The graphics are okay. The goalies barely even move when the puck comes to them. If it goes towards the post, they just stand the exact same way and just move over a little bit. Almos...[More] |
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| The best hockey game for the PC!!! |
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By: 1368 NHL09
Favorite Category: Sport
Date: Thursday, Dec 25, 2008
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| NHL 09 is better than any other hockey game for the PC. Last year's game was terrible because a lot of people had freezing problems with it. This year, there is nothing wrong with it. The graphics this year are stunning, they're the best with Vista!! From the equipment, to the player faces, this game is just outstanding. The gameplay is great, along with an all new Be-A-Pro mode. It's probably the...[More] |
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NHL 09 Review |
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The latest entry in EA's venerable hockey franchise is the best yet.
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NHL 09 First Look |
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Last year's game was a hit; what is EA Sports doing this year to maintain their hockey momentum?
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