NHL 08 (Xbox 360, 2007)

I decided to rent both NHL 2K8 and EA Sports NHL 08 and as a longtime hockey fan NHL 08 wins hands down! Here is why,

While 2K8 has some nice features over NHL 08 like season play which allows you to take control of multiple teams along with keeping track of and displaying player's goals and assist totals during the game, the graphics and gameplay of NHL 08 gives it the edge. While 2K8 did add the Prostick play it is no where near the control of NHL 08. In 2K8 you can't shoot with the analogue stick only stick handle, thus you need the RB button to shoot which doesn't feel right. In NHL 08 you can stick handle, go around defensement and pick the to corner of the net with the analogue / Prostick.

Lastly the graphics on 2k8 are "nice" but on NHL 08 they are jaw dropping amazing. Players faces look like the real players and the rinks look like you are playing in the real NHL arenas.

So as a 25 year hockey fan, if you want to get the look and feel of playing real NHL hockey, then EA Sports NHL 08 is your best choice!

For the money $$$, NHL 2K8 is the best looking hockey game his year hands down. The ice is slick and gets torn up as skaters race across it, the screen pops with color and action, and the players are always moving and hungry for the puck. Here is the Question NHL 08 or 2K8?

I Have played both and NHL 2K8 Beats out The EA Sports NHL 08..

I'm here to tell you about 2K's impressive and intensive take on the NHL. Like I said before, I realize you're a hockey fan, but I can't assume you know about 2K's history on the ice. Year in and year out, this franchise has made its name by being the top hockey sim around, and fans who have turned to this series for the feel of a real game aren't about to be disappointed -- but they are going to have to learn to play all over again.

Hockey games have been integrating the right thumbstick for sometime -- whether it is for dekes or shot modifiers -- but 2K8's default Pro Stick control scheme means your success hinges on mastering the idea of rocking two thumbsticks -- yes, very similar to last year's EA outing -- and the bumpers as your primary method of control.

I used to buy the Ea Sports Nhl games but fall in love with the nhl 2k6 and have been buying it for the past 3 years...also did i tell you that it is cheaper in price!

I love the Ads on the boards it makes it look like a Real Rink.

Harry Nealy and Bob Cole do the PLAY BY PLAY

The only thing that bugs me about the game is that the goalies don't have there orginal masks, Ea Sports has the Rights to that!

BUY NHL 2K8 AND YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED, THANKS

8.0 Presentation
The tree-diagram interface is lame and doesn't fit the fun, fluid style of the game.

8.5 Graphics
The players fly around (and reflect in) the ice, the replays are detailed and the cuts to the bench look great. Too bad the crowd looks blah.

8.0 Sound
The player sounds, arena rock anthems and general hockey ambience sounds excellent, but the commentary is stiff and the Cinemotion feels phoned in.

8.5 Gameplay
The Pro Stick is going to challenge you -- in the best way -- for every score and lead to a real sense of accomplishment and mastery. The computer can be cheap and seems to get all the breaks.

9.0 Lasting Appeal
Contract negotiations, free agency, online leagues, player growth and more ensure that if building a dynasty is your thing, this is well worth the price of admission.

9.0
Excellent OVERALL
(out of 10 / not an average)

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good game totally outdone by 09 and im sure will be by 10 but with every year things get better!looking forward to it

It was OK buy very cheap, and easy payment.
It was OK buy very cheap
It was OK buy very cheap
It was OK buy very cheap
It was OK buy very cheap
It was OK buy very cheap
It was OK buy very cheap

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Perfect Condition! Exactly as described. Good communication and fast good shipping! It is a good starter hockey game.

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This is one of the best in the series. 2009 isnt any better. In my opinion the gameplay is dead on and the practice feature will really get you up to par in a hurry.

i dont know much about video games..I bought this for my son ans he likes it very much..he plays it all the time..thanks

great graphics, easy to play, all the teams, and the price was right, would reccomend it to any hockey fan

I love this game. I love being able to control the shot and the stick. It makes it feel like I'm actually on the ice playing the game.

I wanted this game back because I have a dynasty that I want to start playing again. I sold this game to get NHL 09 but I miss my old dynasty mode with my draft picks and everything.

Fantastic game, easily the best hockey I've ever played. I enjoy playing with the AHL teams available in this game, too.

great price, quick shipping. Game came in original packing and looked like it never been touched! THis game for me is as real as it gets with the hockey side of games, graphics are awesome and the game play makes you feel like your actually playing in real life. the only down side to this game is the the checking isnt that easy, it can be a real pain in the a** when it comes to checking someone. Other than that its an excellent game 9/10

The game I ordered was described perfectly and arrived promptly. I had ordered it early as a Christmas gift for my son. The seller patiently waited for my feedback until after Christmas when my son could try the game out. The game worked perfectly on our system, and my son is very happy with it. The instructions included were helpful. Thank you and merry Christmas.

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