NHL Hitz 20-03

 GameCube
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
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  1. Nintendo Power
    92
    A deeper and more detailed game than its predecessor. [Nov 2002, p.222]
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  2. Armchair Empire
    90
    It’s accessible, it’s fun, the graphics and sound are well done, has the crowd is the best out there, and has enough options and stats to mollify even the most rabid fan of “real” hockey.
  3. Game Informer
    88
    There is room for improvement as stats are still lacking, the fighting still sucks, and I'd like to see more varied hitting; but NHL Hitz 2003 definitely belongs in your gaming lineup. [Nov 2002, p.133]
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  5. TotalGames.net
    86
    The fact remains that the improvements that NHL Hitz 20-03 has over the first game just can’t justify yet another £40… it’s just not different enough.
  6. IGN
    84
    This year's version, however, has demonstrated vast improvement in a lot of areas. Hockey School, Franchise, Season, and the jaw-dropping stats tracking [are] all top-drawer work.
  7. Media and Games Online Network
    82
    If your a hockey fan you probably NEED a copy of Hitz.
  8. GameZone
    80
    A great take on the high paced hard hitting atmosphere of the rink.
  9. GamerWeb Nintendo
    80
    As a non-sports gamer, I recommend this game to all other non-sports gamers or arcade-sports fans in general.
  10. GamePro
    80
    If you’re looking for rowdy, raucous action backed by unusual staying power and that familiar Midway gameplay, you’ll savor the smell of what Hitz is cooking.
  11. Play Magazine
    80
    Midway has taken an already proven formula for hard-hitting action and added cool new gameplay elements that give this Hitz incredible replay value. [Nov 2002, p.88]
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  12. GameSpot
    78
    A fun, fast-paced game of no-rules hockey that should appeal to fans of Midway's other action sports games.
  13. Gamer's Pulse
    70
    It offered fair and fun gameplay and easy controls that were simple to maneuver...For a non-sports game fan, I was delighted to play a sports game and like it.

Awards & Rankings

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#25 Best GameCube Game of 2002
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#72 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2002

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User Score
8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. scipio
    Mar 25, 2013
    8
    This game was incredible fun for my brother, my dad, and myself to play through season mode together. It's the only video game that my dadThis game was incredible fun for my brother, my dad, and myself to play through season mode together. It's the only video game that my dad played with us, and so I guess that made it special for me. After playing it a lot though, it gets really easy to score 20+ goals per game if you know some AI quirks. Playing vs another person is sweet, and more strategic then you'd think… Full Review »
  2. Robboau
    Jan 15, 2021
    10
    This game was simply amazing, total hidden gem. The actual ice hockey was arcadey but super fun, you could customise your team and it even hadThis game was simply amazing, total hidden gem. The actual ice hockey was arcadey but super fun, you could customise your team and it even had scripted voices for each player so you could hear your real name being called out by the commentary. Speaking of commentary it was fluid and really great! I remember picking this game up in a random store and never saw it sold elsewhere, and it was cheap too, unbelievable value and would still play it for some nostalgia and fun even today in 2021.… Full Review »
  3. [Anonymous]
    Nov 27, 2002
    6
    This game is fun, but unrealistic, which can be good however it is stupid when a 1 timer always goes in.
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