NHL 22

 PlayStation 5
User Score
4.3

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 62 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 62
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 62
  3. Negative: 34 out of 62
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  1. freestar76
    Oct 15, 2021
    10
    The graphics are amazing and I'm glad they made it easier to identify some of the bigtime players in the nhl. I'm a Madden fan so the X-Factor addition is pretty cool especially when you make a goal and the replay stops and shows a cinematic sequence of an X-Factor player and their ability. I'm absolutely excited for the Roster Sharing update as well. FINALLY
  2. TwistedBengal90
    Oct 14, 2021
    10
    This is a nice upgrade this series has been desperately needing for almost 7 years. The jump to Frostbite is amazing graphically. Especially on an HDR OLED tv. The new animations, the fluidity, and the xfactor implementation is grade A. X factors work the best with a sport that is a constant unlike Madden where it’s stop and go. You can really feel X factors come to life in NHL 22. AfterThis is a nice upgrade this series has been desperately needing for almost 7 years. The jump to Frostbite is amazing graphically. Especially on an HDR OLED tv. The new animations, the fluidity, and the xfactor implementation is grade A. X factors work the best with a sport that is a constant unlike Madden where it’s stop and go. You can really feel X factors come to life in NHL 22. After years of stagnation and little improvement, NHL 22 is the NHL game to get if you’ve been waiting a couple entries for changes. This one is it.… Expand
  3. Eagle16
    Nov 25, 2021
    8
    Playing this game for over a month, it's the best NHL out there. World of Chel seems lacking. I couldn't get into it this year, I miss 6v6 only-option, with 3v3 options you can never find a match for Chel 6s when everyone is playing 3v3. I don't enjoy Chel where there are 10 penalty shots per game. Hitting is improved but still isn't what it could be. Sometimes you perform a hittingPlaying this game for over a month, it's the best NHL out there. World of Chel seems lacking. I couldn't get into it this year, I miss 6v6 only-option, with 3v3 options you can never find a match for Chel 6s when everyone is playing 3v3. I don't enjoy Chel where there are 10 penalty shots per game. Hitting is improved but still isn't what it could be. Sometimes you perform a hitting animation but the player doesn't react to the hit which is annoying but overall, game is fun, great gameplay, slightly improved presentation is a + too, game feels and plays totally different than NHL 21. It's much better feel than transition from NHL 20 to NHL 21. 9/10… Expand
  4. BreakzJ
    May 18, 2022
    8
    4.4/10 user reviews is ridiculous. I’ve been playing NHL games since Wayne Gretzky on NES. NHL games have had a lot of issues over the years but ‘22 has been a radically different game from the past 5-10 years. The player systems, puck handling, AI are all improved. Anyone who has been playing hockey and the video games for as long as I have, knows that this game should be rated 7 at the4.4/10 user reviews is ridiculous. I’ve been playing NHL games since Wayne Gretzky on NES. NHL games have had a lot of issues over the years but ‘22 has been a radically different game from the past 5-10 years. The player systems, puck handling, AI are all improved. Anyone who has been playing hockey and the video games for as long as I have, knows that this game should be rated 7 at the lowest. From here on out this series will only improve. Especially thanks to next gen consoles.… Expand
  5. KalKenobi83
    Mar 3, 2022
    8
    The Transition to Frostbite has been fantastic also the Superstar X Factor has been an Improvement as well as well roster sharing as well helped make some of the rosters my only issues have been with limited selections of some things but overall a great improvement over the previous titles happy we got all 32 Teams with The Seattle Kraken Being The Last also should getter with theThe Transition to Frostbite has been fantastic also the Superstar X Factor has been an Improvement as well as well roster sharing as well helped make some of the rosters my only issues have been with limited selections of some things but overall a great improvement over the previous titles happy we got all 32 Teams with The Seattle Kraken Being The Last also should getter with the Frostbite Engine 8/10… Expand
  6. MinePlay512
    Oct 13, 2021
    9
    While I like the new gameplay animations and the new features, I honestly however do not like the change to Frostbite and the Superstar X-Factors but overall, NHL 22 is a solid game.

    Overall Score: 8.5
  7. Halupa22
    Oct 16, 2021
    10
    I gave it a ten because it’s the best NHL from EA that I’ve played in years. Realistic score? I would say 8 but I know the trolls and fans you can’t please will be on here giving it 0’s. No matter what your stance is on this game, denying that’s it’s leagues better than 21 is ridiculous. The gameplay on the ice is fluid and a joy compared to 21. Is there still plenty to work on?I gave it a ten because it’s the best NHL from EA that I’ve played in years. Realistic score? I would say 8 but I know the trolls and fans you can’t please will be on here giving it 0’s. No matter what your stance is on this game, denying that’s it’s leagues better than 21 is ridiculous. The gameplay on the ice is fluid and a joy compared to 21. Is there still plenty to work on? Absolutely. But this is a solid step in the right direction.… Expand
  8. PMG-Writer
    Nov 21, 2021
    8
    So EA managed again this year with "NHL 22" to make another good spin-off of the series. The new presentation and the new graphics engine make this a title that is really worth seeing. The controls are once again excellent and the game modes are also good. A few innovations haven't really become great, but still round off the good impression of the improvements well. If you want to playSo EA managed again this year with "NHL 22" to make another good spin-off of the series. The new presentation and the new graphics engine make this a title that is really worth seeing. The controls are once again excellent and the game modes are also good. A few innovations haven't really become great, but still round off the good impression of the improvements well. If you want to play with your favorite team, you can't do without "NHL 22". Other players should also take a look.… Expand
  9. Metameth
    Oct 15, 2021
    10
    Great game
    I just want to say that the game is fun to play i play that like i play on the ice thx to the producers thx
  10. BayAreaBrit415
    Oct 15, 2021
    8
    As a devout Hockey fan I can honestly say this is one of the best entries in the series. Lots of attention was given to graphics and presentation and it truly feels "next gen". The game is much slower than NHL 21 and leans more towards the sim side which could be a turnoff for some players. Integration of the haptic feedback on the controllers is a nice touch as the period goes on and theAs a devout Hockey fan I can honestly say this is one of the best entries in the series. Lots of attention was given to graphics and presentation and it truly feels "next gen". The game is much slower than NHL 21 and leans more towards the sim side which could be a turnoff for some players. Integration of the haptic feedback on the controllers is a nice touch as the period goes on and the ice gets choppier, the controller begins to rumble more. Would have given it a 9 if they would have changed presentation of BAP mode which is essentially the exact same product as last year. If you are a Hockey fan looking for a legit sim, you cant miss with NHL 22.… Expand
  11. Blakeberry
    Oct 16, 2021
    10
    Just popped this game in, played a match, and let me tell you guys, wicked, the hitting is so natural now, the passing is more realistic, great job, transitioning this game to next generation, am happy with my purchase
  12. kyllin
    Oct 21, 2021
    10
    Easy 10. The hitting, passing, and presentation are all top notch. Highly recommended.
  13. PattyIce2927
    Nov 4, 2021
    10
    Even if they did very little to improve some things with franchise. The nhl series is in a better state than madden. Great gameplay improvements. Great career mode. Great visual. What more can you ask for?
  14. hamiltonreview
    Aug 23, 2022
    9
    Love this game on PS5 (it was not good on PS4). Have really enjoyed HUT, the updates, and graphics. Still, some changes can be made to improve cut-scenes, animations, etc….
  15. Vetroplach81
    Jun 17, 2022
    9
    In NHL 02 I spent hundreds hours, then I haven ´t play for 20 years (family reasons). And now I got this, NHL 2022. And I really like it, Im enjoiyng every match, it´s real hockey!

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#86 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2021
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#45 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2021

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Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. Games.cz
    Jan 13, 2022
    70
    A solid ice hockey simulator with very few true innovations. The new Frostbite engine is probably the most important one - not that it will blow you away, mind you. If you want your miracle on ice, look elsewhere.
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  2. The Games Machine
    Nov 2, 2021
    79
    NHL 22’s gameplay is substantially unchanged from its predecessors. The Frostbite engine brings a breath of fresh air to the graphics, but the gaming experience does not differ dramatically from what has been seen in the past. The result is a fun and full of game modes title, which however would need an update in the game mechanics to be able to take it one step further.
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  3. Softpedia
    Nov 1, 2021
    75
    At the end of the day, NHL 22 just feels like a transition to a kind of gameplay that would eventually feel even more real, probably not this year but in the upcoming releases. It’s still fun to play, and the graphics are clearly the best improvement on new-gen consoles, but otherwise, those who want to get the game on old-gen wouldn’t necessarily notice a massive refresh.
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