NHL 2K9

Developed by award winning Visual Concepts studios, NHL 2K9 brings a totally rebuilt NHL experience to life with a brand new in game presentation system, as well as fresh player animations and controls that fans will enjoy from the moment they play their first game, until well after they become a seasoned veteran. Further adding to an unmatched level of fun and celebrating the NHLs uniqueness are an all new Zamboni mini game, playoff beards, a new fighting engine and more! Complete with new commentary, a user friendly franchise mode and upgraded online features. Pick Up And Play Controls Fans asked and 2K Sports answered with easy to learn controls that still provide depth for the season veteran. With 2K Sports' classic default controls, a players first game will be as enjoyable as their one thousandth, while the new and intuitive hybrid controls will provide the depth experienced vets are looking for. Enhanced Gameplay An updated arsenal of highlight reel worthy superstar moves, blocked shots, stick handling moves, hit by puck collisions, and a greatly enhanced skating engine make up for an exciting and all new hockey experience complete with more than 1,400 new gameplay animations. All New Presentation System Pre game intros, menus, new crowd animations, game summary replays, and brand new commentary featuring Randy Hahn and Drew Remenda of the San Jose Sharks bring a fresh new look and sound to NHL 2K9s visual and audio experience. True Hockey Fun! Fans can indulge in what makes hockey such a unique and fun sport with the addictive Zamboni mini game, user controlled Stanley Cup celebrations, playoff beards, enhanced checking and a brand new fighting engine. Reel Maker 2K9 Included this year on both Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION3, fans will be able to save, edit, share and rate user generated NHL 2K9 highlight reels online through Xbox Live and PlayStation Network. 2K Beats Featuring Pennywise, Bad Religion, The Offspring, NOFX, The Ramones, Inner Circle, Mastodon, Operation Ivy, High on Fire and more.