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NHL 2K8
Mixed or average reviews
Based on 24 critic reviews
How did we calculate this?
Based on 2 votes
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Game Info
Publisher: 2K Sports
Developer: Kush Games - Visual Concepts
Genre(s): Sports, Hockey
Players: 8
ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older)
Release Date: September 11, 2007
Summary
Fully redesigned next-gen player models with accurate equipment and updated player faces brings you realistic hockey. Goaltending has been completely overhauled with instinctive AI, entirely new animations, and situation specific behaviors. Goaltenders now come out and challenge, guard the post, perform spectacular butterfly saves, and much more. A new control system delivers an experience that transcends the hockey videogame genre. Take control of "the DEEPEST franchise mode in the business," now complete with realistic CBA features including waivers, two-way contracts, restricted and unrestricted free agents, and salary cap management. Off-season has also been revamped, boasting a brand new negotiation system, improved draft, and refurbished free agent signing. Topping off everything is the addition of an all-new player progression system and dynamic player types. 2K Sports Online - Go head-to-head against the best players on the planet and enter for your chance to win a new Dodge. [2K Sports]
What The Critics Said
All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more...
GameZone
The controls cramp the game’s style and the opponent AI is about the only unrealistic thing about the game but then again the franchise mode is wonderfully deep.
Read Full Review >PSX Extreme
It's definitely a much tighter playing game than last year's version, albeit with room for more improvements to be made. If we could get a revamped ProStick, in addition to slightly tuned face-off mechanics, among other quirks, the next NHL 2K game could seriously go down as one of the best NHL games ever.
Read Full Review >ZTGameDomain
Even if the side stuff has been there done that written all over it, you will be hard-pressed to find a better hockey game this year.
Read Full Review >Cheat Code Central
The advanced controls still need about a year to really nail the feel of the game, but the franchise mode lived up to the hype. Fans willing to give the controls a chance will not be disappointed and the prospects of next years offering are already exciting.
Read Full Review >Gaming Age
The biggest drawback to NHL 2k8 is the new controls. Even if you want to grow into them, it’s not worth it. Fortunately, you can turn them off and get on with your day, so there’s not much downside. 2k8 still plays a smooth, exciting and fun game of hockey.
Read Full Review >Game Chronicles
If NHL 2K8 were the only hockey game on the market, I would be fairly content with it. But it isn’t the only game. EA has superior gameplay and more teams. In the end it is about the gameplay and 2K lost the puck and the GCM editor’s choice award. I guess now I can be considered a bitter ex-NHL 2K fan.
Read Full Review >GameDaily
The modes maintain their phenomenal impact, with franchise and online options to keep you busy throughout the season -- and well into next year.
Read Full Review >IGN
The game looks good in action and -- eventually -- feels fun on the ice while offering online leagues and tournaments, unlockable uniforms and more. It sucks that the interface is clunky and that people are going to scoff at the new control system, but if you play hockey games for how real they feel, you've found a winner.
Read Full Review >PSM Magazine
That said, "NHL 08's" amazing A.I. and hyper-realistic controls are still a bit more gratifying, but NHL 2k8 offers you an additional choice...and variety is always good. [Dec 2007, p.82]
Extreme Gamer
NHL 2K8 is still king of the ice, however this time around you might need to take a little more time to get your groove on. The new control system takes a little work, so if you are getting frustrated by 2K Sports new innovations simply turn them off and go back to the default NHL 2K game you know and love.
Read Full Review >Game Informer
It may not deliver the entire package this year, but NHL 2K8 is a fun game that offers a fast-paced arcade feel.
Read Full Review >Game Over Online
On the ice, NHL 2K8 has improved by leaps and bounds in the graphics department.
Read Full Review >DailyGame
It's not often we see 2K scrambling, but the controls feel like a panic move. With a bit more focus on the controls' convenience and practicality, NHL 2K8 has laid the groundwork for an intriguing season--in 2K9.
Read Full Review >Maxi Consolas (Portugal)
It’s still a good game, but unfortunately it doesn’t offer anything that’s different or relevant when compared to last year’s title. This time, EA Sport’s rival "NHL 08" takes the throne. [Dec 2007]
Game Almighty
Tries to mix up the formula a bit too much, and the results aren’t perfect.
Read Full Review >PSM3 Magazine UK
Solid, slightly humdrum. [Jan 2008, p.78]
Playstation Official Magazine UK
Hardcore hockey fans with plenty of patience will reap big rewards from 2K8, but if it's an easy way in you're after, stick with EA's superior "NHL 08." [Dec 2007, p.114]
GameSpy
Despite all that's good with the game, NHL 2K8's innovations are a few years behind the times, making it feel like a cheap rehash of what's already available.
Read Full Review >GameSpot
NHL 2K8 is a generally fun hockey game, though its new control scheme is a step backward for the series.
Read Full Review >GameTap
In the end, 2K8 is a great distraction until the season starts, but if you want to put your time into a better game, EA's NHL 08 is the dynasty worth your dough.
Read Full Review >Digital Entertainment News
NHL 2K7 is cheaper and more fun to play than NHL 2K8. Rush out to the discount bin and get yours now!
Read Full Review >GamingExcellence
NHL 2K8 should be sent back to the minors for some retooling. Gameplay is king, and 2K8 plays fourth-line checker to the competition’s first line superstar.
Read Full Review >Worth Playing
The problems with Pro Stick are inexcusable, the implementation completely factoring out the human holding the controller.
Read Full Review >Game Revolution
Get in your car, drive to a hockey game, support your local team, and go pay $20 for a deep-fried stadium lunch. Because whatever you do, don’t spend any time on this flabby substitute.
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 8.5 (out of 10) based on 2 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Todd S. gave it a10:
What separates 2K8 from 08 is its in-depth controls, its fabulous dekes and speed and flow which rivals real hockey. A must for true hockey fans and not arcade players. The only advantage 08 has is the cool detail of the marks left on the ice by each skate. Easily left behind by those wanting the best!
Bryan S. gave it a7:
It's not bad, but I would hold off for EA Sports latest offerings. It just lacks the *punch* that EA always delivers in the same series.
