Game Description
The puck is set to drop on hard-checking NHL action! For this season, Midway has added all the NHL authenticity a hockey fan could hope for to its trademark extreme, adrenaline-pumping gameplay. Officially licensed by the NHL, the game features all authentic players, 23-man team rosters, lines and formations, stadiums, equipment and realistic 5 on 5 play. Build your own dynasty from scratch and manage every aspect of your team, from the season opening Fantasy Draft to entry into the NHL and a shot at the Cup. Pick Up and Play mode takes you to classic frozen ponds and sunny blacktops for intense street hockey, complete with in-line skates.
Critic Reviews
GameSpot Review (8.1 out of 10)
Midway's NHL Hitz series is only a couple of years old now, and already the company has endeavored to give it a massive overhaul. Earlier this year, Midway announced that it would be completely revamping both its arcadelike Hitz and Blitz series with more simulation-styled gameplay. At th...more
User Reviews
Average Member Rating: 7.4 out of 10
Fun but lacking. (6 out of 10)
posted by greatbob6 (SPOKANE, WA) on Apr 25, 2006
Member since Jan 2006
4 out of 4 gamers (100%) found this review helpful
Member since Jan 2006
4 out of 4 gamers (100%) found this review helpful
If you've played any of the other NHL Hitz games then you know what the gameplay is like...for those of you who haven't played any of the other games then just know that its a blast. However, this game is severly lacking in depth. NHL Hitz 2003 had an awesome franchise mode where you could create ...more
Specs & Requirements
Memory 39 blocks
Xbox 360 Compatible Yes
Audio/Video HDTV 480p
Modes Franchise, Versus, MultiPlayer Co-Op, Season, Tournament
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