Underplayed Gems

NHL 2K6 (2005)

NHL 2K6 cover
Developer
Visual Concepts, Kush Games
Publisher
2K Sports
Platforms
Xbox, Xbox 360, PlayStation 2
Genres
Sport
Rating
3.5 of 5, 8 player ratings

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How it feels

A grounded hockey simulation that asks you to think like a coach and play like an athlete, balancing franchise management with on-ice execution at a steady, deliberate pace.

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About

NHL 2K6 is a realistic hockey simulation in which you must take part in all aspects of running a franchise, from scheduling workouts to hitting a slap shot. The game includes revamped animations and more realistic player movement. NHL 2K6 also includes on-the-fly coaching that lets you make decisions during the game to affect your teams strategy and execution. You can even go online to challenge other gamers, track stats, or join a league.

Screenshots

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