Feature Request for NHL 26 A Pro: Practice Mode With XP Progress.
I really enjoy Be A Pro, but one area that feels underdeveloped is player training and skill improvement.
I’d love to see a dedicated practice / training mode using your actual Be A Pro player, similar to how Madden NFL lets you actively train and earn progression.
What I’m imagining:
- On-ice skill drills using your Be A Pro character
- Shooting exercises (one-timers, wrist shots, accuracy, release timing)
- Skating and agility drills (edges, acceleration, pivots, transitions)
- Puck control and deking challenges
- Position-specific drills for forwards, defensemen, and goalies
Each drill could:
- Be tied to specific attributes
- Reward XP based on performance
- Scale in difficulty as your player improves
- Be optional but meaningful for development
This would:
- Make progression feel more earned and immersive
- Give players something productive to do between games
- Add depth and realism to the career experience
- Reward skill, not just simming or game count
Right now, development feels mostly passive. A hands-on practice system would make Be A Pro feel more like an actual career you’re building, not just games strung together.
Curious if others would want something like this too. I think it would be a big win for immersion and long-term engagement
