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Duplicates
Third time this has happened. First it was a duplicate Reinhart in 4 Seasons. Then a duplicate Lemieux in Warp speed. Now its a duplicate Alfredsson in Corner Stones. This is ridiculous. Just how many cards and what ones are you putting out EA. To match 3 cards on 3 events. Super pi@@ed. And with this new format. Nowhere to get rid of the Lemieux or Reinhart cards. Just like all the other non tradeable junk. Nowhere to exchange. This game is becoming a joke more and more each year.
Ice Tilt/Scripting/DDA Forum Policy
NHL Community, Topics and discussions surrounding ice tilt theories, scripting, or dynamic difficulty adjustment discussions are not allowed on these forums. These topics will be closed. These topics have been previously raised in the forums and ultimately do not lead to any productive discussions or resulted in taking constructive discussions off-topic. EA's statement regarding scripting/DDA claims can be found here. EA and the FC, Madden and NHL teams remain committed to fair play. You can find out more about our commitment to this in our Positive Play Charter. EA Forums rules can be found here. We look forward to your feedback on making Hockey Ultimate Team a better experience now and for the future of the franchise.Welcome to the NHL Community! How to Post Feedback and EA Forums Rules
Hey, everyone. Welcome to the official NHL 24 forums! This is the place to discuss whatever is on your mind about the game. WoC builds, strategies, lineups, defensive tips, your favorite modes, feedback for the dev team, etc. The goal is a community of players helping players. We also share the feedback here with the dev team. Very often that feedback is used to in updates and patches as well as future games so please feel free to let us know what's on your mind. Forum Categories: General Discussion Technical Issues & Bugs Forum Rules & Guidelines Always remember, we're all on the same team here! Sometimes it's easy let our emotions get the best of us and be tempted to post something that breaks the rules. Constructive conversations are encouraged and they have a far better chance of getting in front of the right people than a profanity laced rant. A good conversation debating your likes/dislikes with the game is going to be taken a lot more seriously than a vague statement saying "Fix your game!". I get the rules might seem heavy handed. However, these are public forums with users of all ages. Posts need to be all ages appropriate and we need to treat each other's opinions respectfully. Aside from our policy about discussing Ice Tilt, We have a list of the dos and don'ts below. Make these are kept in mind so we can keep the penalty box from winding up like this: EA Forums Rules & Guidelines Game on!
One button passing consistency
Can we please keep the button designations for one-button passing consistent while on a rush? It is endlessly aggravating how the buttons switch around depending on what player is on the rush with you. I'll be on a rush with players "Y" and "X" and then for some after "Y" passes to "X", "Y" player suddenly becomes listed as "A" because they are in fact a D-man. Oops. I get you want to designate the buttons to a given position, but it is incredibly hard to plan a play if these designations keep switching while in the middle of a passing play. Can we just keep the button designations consistent until possession is switched over?
HUT Team of the Year Event Feedback
Totally disgusted right now so here I am... First, the costs for all of these cards is ridiculous but what else is new. Secondly, giving us the ability to only earn 3 87's with objectives is ridiculous, but what else is new. Next, and this enrages me at this point - the way to make the cards is pure incompetence. Why make it so complex? Worse still, your game is broken, it's been broken since day one. We can't auto fill. So we have to go into our collection and pick each freaking card. So I did that, and I still can't make one of the TOTY cards. It fills all the spots but the last one, then it won't add the last card. I tried multiple cards none of them will go in. I tried emptying the set and refilling, again, one by one, and I get to the last one and it won't fill. This is pathetic. I think the fill issue is because of the brilliant idea to make useless BND cards that just clog our collection and block us from filling sets. We're months into the game and this is still broken. Why? Making cards is a huge part of this game and right now it's like pulling teeth then gargling hot sauce, you need to fix this. If its the BND cards turn them into untradeables. Just fix it. If your programmers can't handle it then hire some that can. I bought some packs in the store for the first time since the squad battles debacle, and the best card I pulled was an 84, so horrible value there, but again, what else is new. I'm done spending money on this disaster of a game mode. As a paying customer I strongly suggest you hire a new leader for your HUT team to fix this broken game mode or you will bleed customers. Overall this is a great game, and HUT has great potential, but it is being wasted with your current leadership. It would be stupidly easy to make your customers happy and then the game thrives - everybody wins. But right now your HUT team is making mind numbingly stupid decision after stupid decision and everything is broken. Great card artwork though as usual, you have a good art/graphics team.Player rating
Why does EA continually change the max price on certain players. This happens for brief periods, and then it is adjusted back again. Team of the year Jack Quinn. Max price 730,000. While all other Team of the year players have higher values. Seth Jones another example, always fluctuating between max cost. EA please explain yourself.
Be A Pro Captain
It's very easy to become captain in be a pro. You only need some management and teammate likeability and you can easily become captain in your second NHL season so it would be good if you could become alternate captain at first and decide to be captain or alternate captain because it's stupid to take away the C from Sidney Crosby or Connor McDavid in your second NHL season. Thank you.Packs
Seeing that Squad Battles is still running, and rewards are still being dealt on Thursdays. Why can't the store have at least a couple of packs, so that players can disperse of their coin accumulation. Makes no sense that you would close down the store, while the game is still operational. Damn I'm forgetting my self here. Its EA I'm addressing. And they never respond to requests, nor correct errors in the game. For once EA, prove me wrong. Open the STORE!
Occam's NHL 24 CPU vs. CPU Sliders Redux
<bottom> Occam's NHL 24 CPU vs CPU Redux Sliders Hey everyone, After some time away from sliders due to personal reasons, I’m back to share a set I’ve been working on. These sliders are built to make NHL 24 and feel as close to real hockey as possible, specifically for **6-minute periods on Superstar difficulty**. I’ve focused on creating a realistic flow, where skating, passing, puck battles, and goaltending behave like they do in the NHL. These settings aren’t designed to make things easier or harder—they’re meant to reflect what happens on the ice. I’ve spent a lot of time fine-tuning details like puck control, skating agility, and AI reactions. These sliders work best for players who want the game to feel authentic and simulation-like without unnecessary flair or gimmicks. Below are the full settings. Feel free to share your thoughts or adjustments—your feedback is always welcome. Sliders and Settings Game Settings - Period Length: 6 minutes - Difficulty: Superstar General - Gameplay Version: Latest - Attribute Effects: 10 - Broken Stick Frequency: 35 - Broken Glass: On - Game Speed: 0/6 - Fatigue Effect: 40 - Fatigue Recovery: 30 - Injury Occurrence: 30 Skating - Back Skating: 75 - Puck Carrier Agility: 90 - Puck Carrier Skating: 90 - Player Acceleration: 50 - Skating Speed: 85 - Skating Agility: 50 Shooting - One Timer Accuracy: 45 - Shot Accuracy: 45 - Shot Power: 50 - Slap Shot Accuracy: 45 - Slap Shot Power: 50 Passing - Manual Passing: On - Pass Assist: 0 - Min Pass Speed: 30 - Max Pass Speed: 40 - Saucer Pass Speed: 35 - Pass Accuracy: 0 - Pass Interceptions: 50 - Pass Reception Ease: 50 - Reception Reaction Time: 60 - Puck Control Rating Effect: 80 - Puck Speed Reception Effect: 60 - Pickup Type Effect: 50 - Bouncing Puck Receptions: 50 Puck Control - Stick In Physics: Stick, Legs And Body - Incidental Contact Puck Loss: Stick, Legs And Body - Incidental Stick Contact Immunity: 0 - Puck Control: 50 - Deking Impact: 25 - Spin Deke Impact: 25 - Skating Impact: 45 Goalies - Goalie Cover Frequency: 30 - Goalie Passing: 30 - Goalie Cross Crease Reaction Time: 45 - Goalie Save Reaction Time: 50 - Goalie Deflection Reaction Time: 45 - Goalie Screen Effect: 45 - Goalie Screen Persistence: 45 Checking - Board Effect Non-Puck Carrier: 50 - Board Effect Puck Carrier: 50 - Hitting Assistance: 0 - Stumble Threshold: 35 - Fall And Stumble Fall Ease: 15 - Aggression: 0 - Hitting Power: 15 - Size Effect: 50 - Speed Effect: 50 - Checking/Balance Rating Effect: 50 - Preparedness Effect: 40 - Incidental Contact Effect: 35 - Poke Checking Accuracy: 50 - Poke Checking Power: 50 - Stick Lift Effectiveness: 50 Penalties - CPU Penalties: 50 - CPU Teammate Penalties: 50 - Tripping: 50 - Slashing: 50 - Elbowing: 50 - High Sticking: 50 - Cross Checking: 50 - Boarding: 50 - Charging: 50 - Delay of Game: 50 - Holding: 50 - Hooking: 50 - Interference: 50 AI - AI Learning: 3/6 - CPU Difficulty Adjustment: 3/6 - CPU Faceoff Difficulty: 50 - Fight Difficulty: 50 - CPU Strategy Adjustment: 3/6 Assisted Strategies ( found in settings menu in Franchise and in settings menu for Team select) - User assisted Strategies: 3/6 (Critical to remember for its ability to effect game speed.) Sound Settings (T.V. Broadcast) - Master Volume: 9/10 - Coach Calls Volume: 2/10 - Arena Announcer Volume: 5/10 - Arena Music Volume: 6/10 - Commentary Volume: 8/10 - Crowd Volume: 8/10 - Goal Horn Volume: 7/10 - SFX Volume: 7/10 Although many of you might already know this, there’s an important detail to keep in mind when switching slider sets: the Fall and Stumble Fall Ease slider under Checking settings always resets to 30 when a new set is applied. In my set, this value should be 15, so be sure to adjust it back. After correcting this, exit the sliders menu without saving, and head directly to the Rules section. Here, you’ll notice that Post Whistle Rules often defaults to Relaxed after a slider set change. Be sure to change this back to Authentic, then return to the sliders menu to save the set. This reset happens every time you change slider sets, so it’s worth double-checking to maintain accuracy. Making these adjustments ensures your gameplay remains consistent and as realistic as intended. AFTER SETTING SLIDERS, REMEMBER TO EXIT GAME AND REBOOT CONSOLE. Full Info on Slider saving: Set your sliders and save them.. Be sure to also check your Fall and Stumble Fall Ease slider under Checking and Post Whistle Rules under Rules in Settings. Then save your set. Exit the Game Completely: After you’ve made your changes and exited the settings menu, it’s important to fully exit the game. Reboot the Console: Rebooting the console is necessary to ensure that the game fully reloads all settings from the beginning. Sometimes, exiting and re-entering the game isn’t enough, and old settings might still be in use, or the new settings may not load properly. Rebooting clears the console’s memory and ensures the settings are correctly applied and stable for your session. Re-enter the Game: After rebooting, re-enter the game without touching the settings menu. Doing so ensures that your changes are reflected in gameplay without triggering any further reloads or resets. Avoid entering the settings menu unless absolutely necessary to prevent the game from reloading the settings and potentially causing issues with your slider configurations. Any Further Changes in Settings: If you make any additional changes in the settings menu after your initial adjustments, this can trigger a reload of the sliders. Even minor changes in sound, or gameplay settings can cause the game to reload all settings—including sliders. This reload could lead to unintended changes or a skewed slider configuration if you don't immediately exit the game and reboot your console after making your adjustments. Ensuring Proper Slider Application: Following this method should ensure that the game correctly loads and applies your settings. This reduces the chances of unintended changes to sliders or gameplay and helps maintain the desired experience. Consistency: By rebooting and ensuring the settings are loaded freshly, you ensure consistent and stable gameplay. This reduces the chances of encountering bugs or errors with sliders, ensuring a smoother and more predictable experience. Sleep Mode: If you're having trouble with slider settings not applying correctly in NHL, the issue might be tied to the Xbox Series X's sleep mode. I’ve been incredibly frustrated dealing with this, as I noticed my sliders weren’t sticking—even after rebooting the game. I stumbled upon the problem after seeing that my sliders had changed following a long pause in the game. That’s when I suspected sleep mode was somehow interfering. To address this, I turned off sleep mode completely, switched to Energy-Saving Mode under Settings > Power Options, and performed a full shutdown. Upon rebooting, I discovered my sliders were different from what I had set earlier. It seems that sleep mode prevents proper saving and reloading of settings, even after a reboot. Important Reminder: If my sliders seem too fast or too slow in any way, that's a clear sign you need to reboot your console and reenter the game. Go straight to Franchise mode afterward. Avoid entering the settings menu unless you're planning to save, exit the game, and do a full console reboot. This will ensure everything runs as intended. Just a heads-up! Let me know how these play out for you and if there’s anything you think could be improved. These sliders are the result of a lot of time and effort, and I hope they give you the same enjoyment they’ve given me. Thanks for reading.
Who Should Go First Overall in the 2025 NHL Draft?
I just read a mock draft that predicts Matthew Schaefer as the first pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. He’s a great defenseman who impressed at the CHL-USA Prospects Challenge. But James Hagens has been a top name for months, and Porter Martone looks like a strong power forward, perfect for a team needing size and scoring. Just like choosing between NHL stars, finding the best Miami limo service rates can feel like a draft of its own—balancing price, quality, and reliability to get the perfect fit for your event. Who do you think should go first? Should the Sharks pick Schaefer, or is Hagens the better long-term star? Who do you think should go first? Should the Sharks pick Schaefer, or is Hagens the better long-term star?
