NHL 12

 Xbox 360
User Score
7.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 76 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 49 out of 76
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 76
  3. Negative: 13 out of 76
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  1. Richie
    Sep 15, 2011
    10
    The long standing undisputed KING of online hockey, there isn't any sports game out there that can touch the EA NHL series. NHL 12 is both incredibly rewarding and incredibly addicting, pretty much the same as NHL 11 with just a few tweaks, but that's a really good thing. Playing the best online sports experience, leveling up your online pro, customizing your attributes and unlocked gear,The long standing undisputed KING of online hockey, there isn't any sports game out there that can touch the EA NHL series. NHL 12 is both incredibly rewarding and incredibly addicting, pretty much the same as NHL 11 with just a few tweaks, but that's a really good thing. Playing the best online sports experience, leveling up your online pro, customizing your attributes and unlocked gear, competing against some great players, it's all here and it's all good.… Expand
  2. jaketyler48
    Oct 8, 2011
    10
    With a clear conscience there is no way I can give this game less than a 10!. Its beautiful. The depth of game play is inconceivable. The sounds on ice and in the stands plus the commentary are all awesome. presentation is spot as well. oh and tight game play make this game a legend. if your a hockey fan or not you need to buy this game!
  3. bigmookalookie
    Sep 15, 2011
    9
    NHL 12 really improves upon last years game with new " tie up" moves in front of the net and even the goalie gets involved and is no longer a stone wall. I will say very little has changed with the grpahics but what really has changed is the animations that the game has and really makes it look like the real thing. I do like how the puck is not like glue to your stick which really makes itNHL 12 really improves upon last years game with new " tie up" moves in front of the net and even the goalie gets involved and is no longer a stone wall. I will say very little has changed with the grpahics but what really has changed is the animations that the game has and really makes it look like the real thing. I do like how the puck is not like glue to your stick which really makes it jump around the area alot more which is another touch of realism they added. The speed of the game has seemed to move up as well so its alot quicker than last years game and really reflects how quick the game is. I like how the players now move around alot more and get involved instead of jsut standing around waiting for you to pass them the puck and there are a few instanaces where goalie collsion really can make for some interesting goals but in the end it really sells the fact your playing a well tuned hockey game that is getting really close to mimicking the game you see on tv. If you love hockey games this game is a no-brainer. I havent played online but offline im having a blast and playing online later will only keep me comming back to this game… Expand
  4. METALBOOZESOLID
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    This is an incredible hockey game. As with all the critic reviews, the Be A Legend mode is a silly addition that isn't all that special. The AI in the game seems to have improved a ton with this release, which makes the Be A Pro mode a lot more fun. The only thing that can be frustrating is with the new goalie interaction, AI goalies are much more likely to run away from the crease withoutThis is an incredible hockey game. As with all the critic reviews, the Be A Legend mode is a silly addition that isn't all that special. The AI in the game seems to have improved a ton with this release, which makes the Be A Pro mode a lot more fun. The only thing that can be frustrating is with the new goalie interaction, AI goalies are much more likely to run away from the crease without contact just to get a new penalty. This is a very minor complaint to a near-perfect hockey game.… Expand
  5. pcf87
    Nov 16, 2011
    10
    same as last but the last one was good. thats all i have to say but i have to have 150 characters. And the goalie fights are fun. grezky mode is aight, they could have made it better.
  6. AmazinKazin
    Feb 29, 2012
    8
    Fantastic in my opinion. I would give it a 8.5 if possible. HUT mode is a lot of fun and addicting but the contracts are too short and most of the time is spent in the menus. Be a GM mode is great but Be a Pro mode is not as good as Be a Pro in NBA 2K12. NHL 12 is especially fun to play with friends but hard to play on the same TV since going down the screen is almost impossible for me.
  7. xxvmafiaxx
    Dec 6, 2011
    10
    This is very close to a masterpiece. This is what hockey gaming should be. It is so spectacular to be rewarded with so many game types. I do have one problem though and that is that the KHL is not included, but that is my problem and shouldn't affect the score whatsoever.
  8. Mattyice
    Jun 11, 2012
    8
    A very fine game. Very similar to NHL 11, which was already a great game though. Good gameplay, fine graphics, and a buy for regular hockey fans, who did not buy NHL 11.
  9. tjacobs38
    Jul 28, 2012
    9
    What a game! NHL 12 has very much improved its Be A Pro mode and GM Mode. The career mode allows you to first play in the OHL and other Canadian leagues to get yourself ready for the pro draft. The depth of this game is amazing. Great work EA Sports!
  10. bradtheman123
    Jun 11, 2014
    8
    This game was not something I expected to be as fun and great as it is. It as an exciting feeling every time I play it, even when its just a simple 1v1 vs. the CPU. The different modes the game has is pretty cool as well. I think it past its potential very quick and they were convinced to make even higher standards for NHL 13, 14, and soon 15.
  11. Rhapsody
    May 18, 2013
    9
    I just want to say that just because a game is disappointing does not mean it's a bad game, and even though it is similar to nhl 11, I still had a lot of fun playing it.

    I am not really a big fan of nhl 13, but they tried something knew with it. I will probably be stuck playing with this game for a while, and I am not upset about that at all.

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#23 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#74 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2011

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 56 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 55 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 56
  3. Negative: 0 out of 56
  1. Xbox World 360 Magazine UK
    Dec 2, 2011
    86
    Matches now have a more combative feel. [Dec 2011, p.102]
  2. Xbox Achievements
    Nov 15, 2011
    82
    NHL 12 is yet another great ice hockey title that will appeal to new fans of the sport as much as it will to the old guard. The only quibbles tend to be minor ones, but the main issue is that this game is yet another in a growing line of updates rather than sweeping revolutions.
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  3. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Nov 14, 2011
    80
    Some control and physics tweaks are needed, but to remedy distractions rather than critical errors. [Issue#77, p.90]
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