NHL HOCKEY 2004 ** PLAYSTATION 2 **
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If you've ever played any of the EA NHL games, you'll feel pretty well at home with NHL 2004. Most of the basic controls are the same, but there are a couple of welcome additions. Last year's game introduced the concept of right-analog deking, which lets you dodge and weave between defenders by moving the stick however you may need to. Now, you can use the right stick to check players as well. When on defense, simply skate up to the player you wish to check, and then tap the stick in his direction. Depending on how much momentum you've built up, you can either shove the opposing player off the puck, or you can absolutely crush him into the boards. Of course, you still have the option of using button-based checking as well.
The other new addition to NHL 2004's control scheme is two-button passing. With two-button passing, you can either use a standard pass, or you can use a saucer pass to get the puck to one of your teammates. Saucer passing is useful for getting the puck past defenders, as you can lift the puck off the ice and over an opponent's stick. It's a little looser than a standard pass, but, ultimately, it should be. It's really a great addition, especially when you consider how hard standard passing can be. You have to be very precise in your choice of directions and in the level of power you put behind passes, as defenders are very quick to intercept even slightly mistimed or misdirected passes. Saucer passes still require pretty precise timing, but, directionally, you have a bit more freedom.
Features:
* It’s more physical than ever before, with new Bruise Control, an all-new fighting system, more realistic player collisions, and powerful visuals such as popping helmets and breaking glass.
* Total Control on the Ice: allows you to direct 2-button touch sensitive passes anywhere on the ice
* Go Deep Into Dynasty Mode: Take on the role of GM for up to 20 seasons
* All-New Elite Leagues: 39 new international teams from Germany’s DEL, Sweden’s Elitserien, and Finland’s SM-Liga.
* Enhanced EA SPORTS Online
* New EA SPORTS Bio: Unlock special rewards in NHL 2004 by playing multiple titles, including Madden NFL 2004, NBA Live 2004
* PLAY STATION 2 version ONLY
* Rated: Everyone
Price (CAD): $4.99 (Excluding: PST at 8% and GST at 5%)
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