NHL 07

 Xbox 360
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5.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 170 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 14 out of 170
  3. Negative: 74 out of 170
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  1. ReelWorld
    Sep 15, 2006
    9
    Graphically stunning. The new control scheme certainly adds challenge to the game from the get-go and does require a learning curve. Goalie animations are much improved and the cheap goals are a thing of the past mostly. Replay value is right up there and this could quite honestly be the best sports game that EA has released to date!
  2. boxboxer
    Sep 16, 2006
    8
    Once you learn the controls this will be the best of the 2 this year, I gave it an 8 only because the ice could still use some work.
  3. RobN.
    Sep 8, 2006
    10
    Truely the best EA game I've ever owned. A remarkable achievment
  4. SeanE.
    Feb 18, 2007
    4
    I preferred the game when you could actually skate with the puck, u cant skate more then 10m without getting poked or someone stumbling into you and you losing it, also when i am on the attack i can never land a pass, the ai on your team is horrible, so many times i have tried to set up a one timer to realize that the other player went behind the net, NHL07 for regular xbox is way better I preferred the game when you could actually skate with the puck, u cant skate more then 10m without getting poked or someone stumbling into you and you losing it, also when i am on the attack i can never land a pass, the ai on your team is horrible, so many times i have tried to set up a one timer to realize that the other player went behind the net, NHL07 for regular xbox is way better then NHL07 for the 360.… Expand
  5. ChristopherS.
    Aug 9, 2007
    9
    Best-Hockey-Game-Ever. Anyone who rates this below an 8 is nuts and likely hasn't got past the game's learning curve. There are some small glitches, and that is the only reason it's not a 10.
  6. DanielT.
    Dec 15, 2006
    2
    Introducing a new controller setup without a practice mode is insane - and looks meh.
  7. Adam
    Oct 4, 2006
    9
    I haven't had this much fun playing a sports game in a long time. Yah, there should have been a more next-gen checking system and few more online/offline options. All and all though what it comes down to is playing hockey and this game does on the ice what every hocky game should do from now on. and that is...letting us control the stick. Thanks EA.
  8. Kevin
    Oct 9, 2006
    7
    With all the hype around NHL 07 for the XBOX 360, I would have expected more from this game. That said, this game is still very good, but there are a few annoying parts about this game. The Franchise has gotten abit better, but there is still some grips about it. The fact that some of your free agents are re-signed even if you don't want them, and also some problems with confidence With all the hype around NHL 07 for the XBOX 360, I would have expected more from this game. That said, this game is still very good, but there are a few annoying parts about this game. The Franchise has gotten abit better, but there is still some grips about it. The fact that some of your free agents are re-signed even if you don't want them, and also some problems with confidence levels. The gameplay does have it's beefs, like how a defender responds to a deke, and so fourth. Bill Clement, it's obvious he didn't do much recording in the studios. This game is about a 7, and I haven't played 2k7, so I can't really say much about kush's product compared to EA.… Expand
  9. MarkW.
    Sep 14, 2006
    10
    A simple, pure, fun game.
  10. lonP.
    Sep 15, 2006
    5
    Game play seems artificial compared to 2k. Still a very raw game. Wait until next year's effort to try this one.
  11. Brysonic
    Sep 10, 2006
    9
    The new controls are much more intuitive. Nice to finally see some inovation...
  12. TimB.
    Sep 20, 2006
    2
    Almost as exciting as watching elementary school hockey on an iPod...
  13. jimbreyer
    Sep 20, 2006
    2
    The controls are pretty cool. They don't make up for the overall beta-version feel of the thing.
  14. JonN.
    Sep 27, 2006
    10
    Best NG sports game on the market. Wicked controls...feels like you are playing hockey.
  15. RedwingsRockRangersSuck
    Jan 17, 2007
    10
    The best game with out a dout. Skill stick makes it the best golies save are awesome looking too, but I can make awesome moves between my legs or anything so that could be better.
  16. JerryP.
    Jan 29, 2007
    5
    I'm afraid I have to agree with John G. The graphics and Skill Stick are awesome but the rest of the game play is ridiculous! Getting the puck from the CPU is almost impossible without knocking him off the puck but the CPU can grab it from you just by being close! Except for breakout passes, every other pass you try to make RARELY goes where you want it, especially int he offensive I'm afraid I have to agree with John G. The graphics and Skill Stick are awesome but the rest of the game play is ridiculous! Getting the puck from the CPU is almost impossible without knocking him off the puck but the CPU can grab it from you just by being close! Except for breakout passes, every other pass you try to make RARELY goes where you want it, especially int he offensive zone! Cheap goals happen way too often. Your teammates play like minor leaguers so unless you can skate through everyone, and Im sure there's people who can, its just not all that rewarding. I didn't give it a 2 because there are lots of things I like but theres no way I can honestly give it a 9 because it DOESN'T play like a real hockey game, no matter what the other guys are saying!… Expand
  17. BenjaminF.
    Jan 4, 2007
    1
    Great game with awesome gameplay and graphics, but its too damn easy.....I have been playing the EA Sports NHL Series for about 7 years now, and difficult mode is SOO easy.......they need to make this game harder...in my dynasty, sidney crosby has 67 pts in 7 games......thats almost 10 pts a game average.....realistic? I think not!
  18. mattlaritechikie
    Jan 6, 2007
    2
    welll this adam N kid is the biggest idiot i have ever seen.....this game is one of the easyest games i have ever seen....i always win like 10-1....my friend once won 23-1!!!!.....you can ALWAYS blow oast the defense men ......and you can cut across the net and always score...or unless you hit the post/crossbar..or you are a sucky guy and you miss the net....so i would take off that adam Nwelll this adam N kid is the biggest idiot i have ever seen.....this game is one of the easyest games i have ever seen....i always win like 10-1....my friend once won 23-1!!!!.....you can ALWAYS blow oast the defense men ......and you can cut across the net and always score...or unless you hit the post/crossbar..or you are a sucky guy and you miss the net....so i would take off that adam N kids repley he knows nothing about this game!!… Expand
  19. GatorB.
    Nov 8, 2006
    9
    This is an excellent hockey game. That being said, I agree that it is probably one year off from being a perfect hockey game. EA has put down a great foundation. I
  20. MichaelM.
    Dec 26, 2006
    9
    I'm speaking as a hockey noob, but this game is so much fun to play (once I worked out the rules). Very intuitive. I just wish there was more stuff to do... and that GB were better.
  21. KevinG.
    Oct 6, 2006
    2
    I have been playing NHLPA/EA hockey since 1994 and this is the fisrt time I regret spending the money for this piece of crap. Seems they did away with the skating engine that really made the 06 game altogether and now the controls are mushy, passing accurately is almost impossible and the "star" icon under the player is WAY TOO BIG, plus the view is so far away you can't even read I have been playing NHLPA/EA hockey since 1994 and this is the fisrt time I regret spending the money for this piece of crap. Seems they did away with the skating engine that really made the 06 game altogether and now the controls are mushy, passing accurately is almost impossible and the "star" icon under the player is WAY TOO BIG, plus the view is so far away you can't even read the player names on the jerseys! Dynasty control screens are so small that you can't read them also. VERy VEry Disapointing, Why not bring back Air Warrior! Now there is a game worth the money!… Expand
  22. Superyoma
    Sep 11, 2006
    10
    Skill stick and watching the goalies is next level sports gaming!
  23. AtomH.
    Sep 14, 2006
    9
    The best hockey game made in the last 10 years.
  24. BrianB.
    Sep 14, 2006
    8
    The graphics are amazing, though the ice does not look as good as 2K7. The control scheme--once you get the hang of it--makes the game feel more like hockey than any NHL game to date, though winning face-offs is next to impossible. The loose puck AI is much improved, but the defensive game is still lacking, and CPU teammates move offsides far too often. The presentation is really rounded The graphics are amazing, though the ice does not look as good as 2K7. The control scheme--once you get the hang of it--makes the game feel more like hockey than any NHL game to date, though winning face-offs is next to impossible. The loose puck AI is much improved, but the defensive game is still lacking, and CPU teammates move offsides far too often. The presentation is really rounded out by the commentary from Thorne and Clement, but it's not as deep as previous commentaries in the series, which included more analysis of the way you were playing. All in all, a great game of hockey, with a few areas for improvement.… Expand
  25. SteveG.
    Sep 15, 2006
    3
    I've been playing EA and 2K intensively with the 06 and this week. While both have progressed this year, IMHO this one still lacks the detail and polish.
  26. PhilipP.
    Sep 15, 2006
    8
    This is 12 years in the making. Ever since 2000 I have played the 2K series starting on Dreamcast because I haven't been happy with an EA NHL game since NHL 95 on Genesis. EA has finally won me back. This game is not flawless, fights, team ai not setting up offence/defence correctly (i got used to passing back to the blue line in 2k, but i'm not willing to trust my defencive This is 12 years in the making. Ever since 2000 I have played the 2K series starting on Dreamcast because I haven't been happy with an EA NHL game since NHL 95 on Genesis. EA has finally won me back. This game is not flawless, fights, team ai not setting up offence/defence correctly (i got used to passing back to the blue line in 2k, but i'm not willing to trust my defencive line to be onside). But the new Skill Stick makes this game a beauty, the controls work great on offence and defence. I have never been so excited when I score a goal, no matter if I strip the goalie of his dignity, or it just trickles in. Congrats EA, can't wait to see the polish in 08.… Expand
  27. DebL.
    Sep 15, 2006
    10
    Awesome game, love the new controls and goalies look and play fantastic.
  28. DaveK.
    Sep 16, 2006
    10
    Buy it now...play 10 games to get used to the controls...and you will be very happy.
  29. TP
    Sep 17, 2006
    9
    Great game, got some bugs but it really paves the way for a improvement in EAs 2nd shot at Next Gen in NHL 08.
  30. [Anonymous]
    Sep 17, 2006
    9
    Closest thing to real hockey I've ever played...few minor bugs like the computer shot totals, but forgivable considering this is the first effort for next gen...great job EA!
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#30 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2006
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#13 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2006
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#71 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2006

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79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 49 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 49
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 49
  3. Negative: 0 out of 49
  1. GamePro
    90
    The Skills Stick alone make NHL 07 a completely different game and one worthy of the new NHL. [Oct. 2006, p.96]
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  2. IGN
    87
    A great hockey game, pure and simple...NHL 07 represents the first truly next-generation gameplay innovation.
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  3. GameZone
    90
    The bar has been raised. Stellar graphics and a great new stick/shooting system are the hallmarks of this title. While perhaps a little light, yet, on the multiplayer aspects, the game does have a solid franchise mode and is just pure fun to play.
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