Gretzky NHL 06

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Sep 20, 2005
Metascore
62

Mixed or average reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 24
  3. Negative: 3 out of 24
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  1. Next Level Gaming
    74
    A little too arcadey for my tastes. The game just doesn’t feel like a true hockey game to me.
  2. GamingTrend
    72
    A non-intuitive interface, some gameplay issues on the ice and little replay value.
  3. Game Informer
    70
    A bare bones approach to hockey that never distinguishes itself. [Nov 2005, p.151]
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  5. Armchair Empire
    70
    Gretzky NHL 06 showed some serious improvement graphically over last year’s version but otherwise all the same flaws remain untouched.
  6. Gaming Target
    70
    Unless you don't like either NHL 2K6 or NHL 06, Gretzky NHL 06 is a good game but relegated to the 3rd line behind those two stars, and somehow gets paid a higher salary to boot.
  7. PSX Extreme
    68
    There’s simply no reason to recommend it from either a gameplay or price perspective.
  8. IGN
    68
    While the game's behind-the-scenes management aspects and various game modes are pretty good, the actual on-ice experience leaves a lot to be desired, especially with regards to the game's actual feel. Simply put, if you're looking for a realistic hockey experience, this is definitely not the game for you.
  9. GameSpot
    65
    Hockey fans will be able to play Gretzky '06 without much frustration or duress, but that's really about all you can say for it.
  10. DarkStation
    60
    Having Wayne Gretzky's name on a game should have guaranteed a sure-fire hit, but the new features are a letdown and isn't any better from last year's effort.
  11. Operation Sports
    60
    You’re going to get a solid arcade hockey game, wrapped in a fun title. I personally prefer games that are more of a simulation.
  12. Gamezilla!
    60
    The Great One shoots!....and he misses.
  13. Game Over Online
    55
    The Wayne vs. Wayne mode is loads of fun, but it's not worth paying $39.99 USD for. I just can't recommend Gretzky NHL 06 over either of the other two hockey video game franchises currently on the market.
  14. PSM Magazine
    50
    Ice is cold, but this game is colder. [Dec 2005, p.110]
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  15. Gaming Age
    50
    The sound is pretty standard fare also. The checks and hockey sound effects are boilerplate, not that I’d expect anything else.
  16. Worth Playing
    50
    SCEA's Gretzky team needs to go to skating camp and really work on building a hockey game from the ice up. Until then, they will be left with a lame game, no matter what sort of bells and whistles they tack onto the box.

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  1. Kevin
    Nov 13, 2005
    6
    I have played all 3 Hockey Games produced this year, and I was very disapointed with Gretzky NHL 06. While the Minor Leagues showed Great I have played all 3 Hockey Games produced this year, and I was very disapointed with Gretzky NHL 06. While the Minor Leagues showed Great Signs, the gameplay was lackluster, and the Franchise isn't much is depth. The Wayne vs. Wayne Mode might be entertaining, but all the popups during the game can make someone like me throw the controller. Why is the Game lackluster? The fact is that the Skating can feel very random, and also goals are usually cheap. Also the fact there are no sliders make it a disapointed. Overall, it's worth a Rental, but your better off saving $40 Bucks, and get NHL 06 or NHL 2K6.… Full Review »
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