Product reviewsNHL 12 (Microsoft Xbox 360, 2011)

Great game but PROBABLY not worth the $60+ tax you pay every year.

NHL 12 : The ultimate hockey game in the video game market.

If you haven't played any of the recent hockey games from EA, you're in for quite a shock. There are a ton of features to master and it will be a hard go.
However, if you're a seasoned veteran to the franchise, it's all status quo. EA releases new titles of the franchise with very small changes that are sometimes unnoticeable. The game is good in its own right; but compare it to NHL 11 and you're looking at a very similar title.

Pros
-Graphics
-Depth of game
-Addictiveness of online play

Cons
-Nothing new
-Difficult control scheme to master if new

8.5/10

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INTENSE, REALISTIC, FUN HOCKEY PLAY!

I was new to EA's NHL series for 2011 version. Just sold NHL 11 to pick up this game. I'm not even a huge NHL fan, but a huge fan of this game. What's not to like about hard hitting realistic checks, slap shots, one-timers & break away dieke moves. Wrapped up with fights (including goalies) & skilled shots.

If you're hesistant in purchasing this game, don't be. The online multiplayer matchmaking has improved dramaticaly. The depth of the game goes beyond online play. Franchise, create a player and new NHL features for the die hard fan have been added. Instant replay is improved from NHL 11 & so has the goalie play. No more unrealistic, un-human saves.

I'm a gamer from the Blades of Steel hockey version on the original Nintendo & can appreciate a great game. NHL 11 is a winner. Only downside is it does require patience in learning how to score. If you're new to the series practice your dieke moves & one-timers before playing online or those guys will destroy you. The defensive aspect with checking, poke checks & blocks shots is fun too. There's nothing more rewarding than a shutout!

You'll enjoy this game---(if you're new to EA's NHL series....practice first, I almost sold NHL10 after buying it because I was so horrible online. I'm glad I didn't and now am a true fan of this game and series. EA has me locked in for years to come.)

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Simply put: It is the closest thing yet to actually being on the ice...

I bought this game the day it came out as I do every year since NHL 95 so you could say I'm a bit of a die-hard fan of the NHL series.
This installment is hands down the best yet. From the moment you hit the ice it just "feels" better. I am an avid Ice Hockey player so I know that you cannot go up and down the ice twirling and stopping on a a dime (unless you are Pavel Datsyuk)without paying a price. That is where this game delivers: It plays in such a way that forces you to re-think strategies used in previous years. You have to actually think like a hockey player.
If that isn't reason enough to pick this one up then I don't know what is.
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Best NHL Game Ever!

Great sound, great graphics, and amazing game play. EA Sports upped the ante with this years version of the NHL game. The game play is flawless, new interactive controls which makes you more part of the game. I cannot not believe how satisfied I am with this game. If you're even on the fence about buying, don't hesitate, this is money well spent!!

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Fun and realistic ice hockey game play!

My 7 year old son recently took an interest in the sport of hockey and started playing ice hockey, too. I got this game for him and he loves it! He can pick the teams and every game is a new challenge. EA Sports has done an incredible job at recreating the hockey experience in a video game.Read full review...

Awesome Purchase

I’m glad I bought this. Good quality game, fair price.

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More responsive means more fun!

This is a really fun game. I just upgraded from NHL 11 and have not been disappointed. The main difference is you have a lot more control over the players and they are quite a bit more responsive. It is also fun being able to check the goalie!Read full review...

Compicated but fun. I love a game that's a challenge.

Typical EA Sports game. roster are very accurate and the minor leagues add a lot of detail. Be A Pro is great even in the NHL. Compicated controls but fun. I love a game thats a challenge.

Best NHL game ever made

Great game best of the NHL series so far and I would highly recommend anyone to buy this game. The most realistic sports game out there and the the new be a pro legends mode is very interesting feature as well.Read full review...

Good, but frustrating

The game is good but boring. If you have played the previous NHLs you will like this one or hate this one. This game is more frustrating than the past ones however. The goalie system in the game needs a lot of tuning. They come out too far for the puck and there are a lot of goalie interference calls. The visuals are good and the commentary, now after a playing a few NHL games, is getting a wee bit boring. Still the best hockey game on the market but EA Sports need to clean their act up for NHL 13Read full review...