NHL 23

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  • Summary: EA SPORTS NHL 23 is greater together with the introduction of mixed women's and men's teams in HUT, and planned for November 2022, the arrival of cross-play for players on the same platform generation in WOC. So grab your friends and gear up for the most connected version of Chel yet.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. We Got This Covered
    Nov 3, 2022
    90
    NHL 23 completely revamps crowd reactions and adds women IIHF players and new desperation moves, and it all works splendidly to create not only the best hockey game in a generation -- but one of the best sports games ever.
  2. Attack of the Fanboy
    Oct 14, 2022
    80
    If you’re looking for something that makes you feel closer to the ice than ever before, NHL 23 is going to be your favorite game that you play this year. The electricity that oozes from this title is something that will bring me back to playing it over and over again, even if there are a few nagging problems that need to be addressed very shortly.
  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 25, 2024
    80
    It's getting harder and harder to find revolutionary elements without expanding the NHL itself. But despite these challenges, this year's edition of virtual hockey has something going for it and offers surprisingly great gameplay. [Issue#323]
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  4. GamesRadar+
    Oct 19, 2022
    70
    Despite the addition of women players in HUT and tweaked mechanics like last-chance puck movements, NHL 23 barely feels it's changed from last year's offering. It's a fun but all too familiar hockey experience.
  5. Gaming Age
    Oct 18, 2022
    67
    As solid as NHL 23 is, it’s hardly a must-play game if you have any previous entries in the series. Given that year(s)-old sports games tend to be pretty inexpensive, that makes it hard to justify buying this one new when you’ll get basically the same experience buying a game from last year or the year before. Don’t get me wrong, you’ll get a very well-made game if you do decide you need all the latest rosters and draft classes, but it’s up to you to decide how badly you need those things.
  6. Dexerto
    Oct 20, 2022
    60
    If you’re new to the EA SPORTS NHL series, then you’ll have fun with this, there is no denying that. There is a lot of joy to be had if you haven’t touched the series in years, but veteran players will feel significantly shortchanged by this year’s title.
  7. Push Square
    Oct 23, 2022
    50
    It’s staggering how little has been done with NHL 23 to differentiate it from last year’s edition. Bugs that should have long ago been quashed remain, Be A Pro continues to be littered with spelling errors and conversations that make no sense, retirement and championship banners in arenas are as far behind as half a decade, and the list goes on. Despite all that, women being integrated into HUT and desperation plays are welcome improvements, as is the overhaul of rink atmosphere. Ultimately, while NHL 23 isn’t a step backward per se, the move forward is so small, so minuscule, that it may as well not have moved at all.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 36
  3. Negative: 27 out of 36
  1. Coltrane894
    Nov 6, 2022
    10
    There are too many EA haters on this page. It’s a very good hockey game.
  2. Vetroplach81
    Oct 25, 2022
    9
    Just a few innovation, but still good hockey! And EA, trust us, nobody cares about women hockey…
  4. Noctem
    Feb 10, 2023
    5
    The addition of cross-platform gameplay is a very welcome addition to the franchise, but that is essentially the extent of meaningful changesThe addition of cross-platform gameplay is a very welcome addition to the franchise, but that is essentially the extent of meaningful changes made from NHL 22. While gameplay can sometimes be smooth and satisfying, there are still way too many bugs needing a fix. This game is the epitome of a yearly sports game being a glorified roster update.… Expand
  5. Hockeydef
    Jan 25, 2023
    0
    Anyone rating this game high has never played it, or are not paying any attention. It looks the exact same as NHL 22 but it's actually twiceAnyone rating this game high has never played it, or are not paying any attention. It looks the exact same as NHL 22 but it's actually twice as broken, goalies don't work at all, they won't go into butterfly or hug the post at times, so any shot you take from anywhere will go in at random times. The moment engine is completely broken a game that ends like 6-5, is basically a 5-0 lead that will let the other team have a great chance of coming back in the third. They marketed stick in physics, they don't work at all this year, after working last year. Users can't accept passes when controlling defense most the time so defense online is basically camp out in front when your opponent just sits behind the net, because that's how most people play this game due to a glitch wrap around. There are just so many bugs and issues, the fast that this game is 80 dollars when it comes out is criminal.… Expand
  6. davidlarkin810
    Dec 18, 2022
    0
    poke checks don’t work, ice tilt stronger than ever, everyone runs the trap, in the last minute of every game the odds to score multiply by 3,poke checks don’t work, ice tilt stronger than ever, everyone runs the trap, in the last minute of every game the odds to score multiply by 3, back checking is no longer existent, zero changes to eashl ofc, rebound goals are worse than ever, cross crease akways just as bad. the only thing i give ea props for is making it easy to get coins in hut. the core gameplay is the worst it’s ever been and everyone agrees as it’s the lowest rated on here. don’t have any idea what to do on offense? no problem, just fire off redirects from the point, which u sometimes cannot block for some reason bc they go in and there’s nothing you can do about it!… Expand
  7. OnlyOneHere
    Oct 18, 2022
    0
    This game is the exact same garbage as the last. All the lazy developers did in this game is slapped the number 23 on the cover and called itThis game is the exact same garbage as the last. All the lazy developers did in this game is slapped the number 23 on the cover and called it a day. When it comes to physics, NHL games have the worst physics out of any EA sports game. The developers heavily advertised the presentations, but it is only available for 6 teams. It only last for less than 10 seconds. Are you freaking kidding me? It just goes to show how lazy these developers are. This is clearly an unfinished game. And the greedy developers have the audacity to charge $70 for this pile of garbage.

    The multiplayer is trash as always. For goodness sake, why are developers so obsessed with adding one male and one female in the cover of sports games? Enough already. I don't recommend this poor excuse of a game at all.    … Expand
  8. Twiggytree12
    Oct 15, 2022
    0
    Blatant false advertising. They made a whole trailer advertising updated intros but forgot to mention they only exist for six teams and onlyBlatant false advertising. They made a whole trailer advertising updated intros but forgot to mention they only exist for six teams and only occur once every eight games for the teams they included. Removed the the broadcast experience and only give you a quick play option. This is no longer a simulation experience, missing the 2k games now more than ever.… Expand

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