NHL 23 is the latest in a series of annual hockey-themed sports simulations. In continuation, you will find an updated season with all the real data and statistics of the players, gameplay innovations and improved modes with an exciting storyline.
EA SPORTS Reveals New Features in NHL 23
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EA SPORTS has announced a host of features coming to NHL 23 later this year, including gameplay updates, the addition of female players to HUT, and some long-awaited season changes.
NHL 23 releases on October 14th, and fans of the sport will be able to take to the ice in a variety of new and improved ways.
In addition to gameplay improvements, such as new animations that can allow players to make realistic shots, there are over 350 new goalie save animations to accompany improved goalie AI and a new free puck mechanic.
The best part about these new gameplay features is that you can share them with your friends on different platforms.
Cross-platform play in NHL 23 with restrictions
Finally, cross-platform play is coming to NHL 23, but it will be shared by a generation. For example, PS5 users can play with Xbox Series owners, but not PS4 or Xbox One players.
This should eventually create a much larger and more influential NHL community, especially when it comes to tournaments and other events that were previously shared by the platform.
Female players in HUT
The other big new addition will be female players like athlete Sara Nurse. Of course, this isn't the first time women players have been in an NHL game, as NHL 13 included players like Hayley Wickenheiser.
However, this will be the first time they will be available in Hockey Ultimate Team and will have overall stats that will rival their male counterparts.
Franchise Overhaul
For all your fans of the single player season, NHL 23 provides the most customizable version to create the league of your dreams, and it makes NHL 22 look like a skeleton by comparison.
With the ability to play any number of games, add new teams, change the playoff format and more, veterans will have all the tools at their disposal to create a truly memorable season.
On the other hand, however, don't expect many updates for Be A Pro, battling the Arizona Coyotes' pathetic new 5000-seat arena or Russian teams, as they're still removed from the game.
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