NHL 08

 PC
User Score
4.6

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 22 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 22
  3. Negative: 10 out of 22
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  1. ChrisK.
    Oct 2, 2007
    4
    So disappointing... Graphics/Sound/Interface not updated from 07. The controls actually seem worse. I feel like I have been stolen from.
  2. RandyW.
    Oct 14, 2007
    3
    After watching the trailers I was really excited to download this... Bad choice. Identical to 07. Maybe a tad slower and less responsive. I was expecting new player creation and puck control... but no... nothing. I've gone back to 07 and wish I could have my $40 back.
  3. beekaykaybee
    Sep 16, 2007
    1
    Do you have NHL 07? Then you already have NHL 08. If new music and different-coloured menus are worth $40 to you, then this game is a must-have. The game is near-identical in every possible way. They didn't change a thing, right down to the cutscene animations before, during, and after the game. Embarrassing.

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#99 Most Discussed PC Game of 2007

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
65

Mixed or average reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 8
  3. Negative: 1 out of 8
  1. GameSpot
    60
    NHL 08 offers up a few control tweaks and minimal updates to the dynasty mode, but that's about it.
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  2. PC Format
    76
    Give it a go when it's come down in price if you're desperate to have the new rosters, otherwise stick with 07. [Nov 2007, p.56]
  3. PC Gamer UK
    77
    A perfectly adequate console port. [Nov 2007, p.84]
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