EA_Aljo
Community Manager
Community ManagerNHL 25 Gameplay Deep Dive Trailer and Blog
Hey, NHL Fans! The NHL 25 Deep Dive Trailer premiers today at 11 AM EST. Catch the video below and the blog here.
Forum Discussion
Short, but looks pretty good. I still suspect the community will find a way to abuse the new skating in completely unrealistic ways, but on its face the new skating looks like a big step up from the current system. Nice to see defensive players getting some love with the new skating as well.
The changes to the AI look promising, but I'll need to see it in action to be totally convinced.
Making one-timers more skill based will be nice. At least it won't be "hammer up on stick, wait for pass" any more.
Collision detection and avoidance have long been needed, so that's a good add as well.
Overall things look promising. Especially compared to last year's reveal where it was obvious from the get-go that the pressure system and goalie fatigue would be problematic as they were presented at the time. As always the community will find any possible way to abuse the new systems, but I think everything on display here is a good step in the right direction.
People always find ways to abuse systems. Its why you see the same type of goal used over and over. I choose to play Franchise mode, then it is just me against the computer/AI. Got tired of online play pretty quick. I have the skill for it, but people take it way too seriously, would rather just play to relax, not deal with people's temper tantrums.
- EA_Aljo
You can always block communications. Personally, I go into my own party so I don't have to hear my opponent. If someone is going to rage in messages, they can easily be blocked.
True, Franchise more relaxing though. I have pain conditions, and video games are a distraction to provide some relief, so the more relaxed I am the better.
