NHL 14 (2013)

by Nish
written by Nish 4 minutes read

Summary

NHL 14: The best hockey game in years

NHL 14 is the latest installment in EA Sports’ long-running NHL series, and it’s easily the best hockey game I’ve played in years. The new Collision Physics engine makes the hits feel bone-crushing, the Enforcer Engine makes the fights more realistic than ever, and the True Performance Skating engine provides a new level of speed and control.

Collision Physics

The Collision Physics engine is the biggest new feature in NHL 14, and it’s a game-changer. The engine uses real-world physics to simulate the impact of hits, and the results are incredibly realistic. Hits feel heavier and more impactful, and players can now be injured if they take a big hit.

The Collision Physics engine also makes the game more strategic. Players now need to be more careful about how they hit opponents, and they need to be aware of their surroundings. A big hit can now easily lead to a turnover or a penalty, so players need to pick their spots carefully.

Enforcer Engine

The Enforcer Engine is another new feature in NHL 14, and it’s a welcome addition. The engine uses EA Sports’ Fight Night technology to create more realistic fights. Fights are now more fluid and dynamic, and they can now end in a variety of ways.

The Enforcer Engine also makes it easier to start a fight. Players can now instigate a fight by hitting an opponent from behind or by cross-checking them. This makes it easier to get into a fight if you’re looking to settle a score or if you just want to give your team a boost.

True Performance Skating

The True Performance Skating engine is back for its second season in NHL 14, and it’s even better than before. The engine provides players with a new level of speed and control, and it makes it easier to pull off moves like crossovers and toe drags.

The True Performance Skating engine also makes the game more realistic. Players now have to use their edges to turn and accelerate, and they can lose their balance if they’re not careful. This makes the game more challenging, but it also makes it more rewarding.

Other new features

In addition to the three major new features listed above, NHL 14 also includes a number of other new features, including:

  • A new Be a Pro mode that allows players to create their own player and take them from the junior leagues to the NHL
  • A new Hockey Ultimate Team mode that allows players to collect and trade cards to build their own team
  • A new online multiplayer mode that allows players to compete against each other from all over the world

Conclusion

NHL 14 is the best hockey game I’ve played in years. The new Collision Physics engine, Enforcer Engine, and True Performance Skating engine make the game more realistic, more challenging, and more fun. If you’re a hockey fan, this game is a must-play.

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Nish is a software engineer by day and avid gamer who loves to play video games after he puts his two boys to bed. His insights delve into the mechanics, and storytelling of the games he plays with the aim to share his passion with the audience. He loves to travel back to his native India and travel the country on his restored Royal Enfield Bullet 350, a relic from a simpler time, like some of the games he plays.

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