NHL 2K10: First Look (Gamespot)

[baa7]

Quote: Originally Posted by dorismary

I really dont want gimmics either or promoting functions like boardwork , fighting or a playoff mode like it was just invented that should have been in the game 3 years ago .

LOL, well put.

I'll be passing on NHL 10 this year, at least initially. I'm much more interested in 2K's game, to see if they finally got their act together. In all seriousness, the PS2 version of NHL 2K9 was the best hockey game released this past year. I'm hoping 2K can get back to putting out a product that matches the customization and sim gameplay of their last-gen game.

[onlybygrace]

Quote: Originally Posted by baa7

LOL, well put. I'll be passing on NHL 10 this year, at least initially. I'm much more interested in 2K's game, to see if they finally got their act together. In all seriousness, the PS2 version of NHL 2K9 was the best hockey game released this past year. I'm hoping 2K can get back to putting out a product that matches the customization and sim gameplay of their last-gen game.

I bought 2k9 for the ps2 and really liked the flow of play also...but found that my shots were often delayed...not sure if it was the game or my controller.

did you have this issue?

[RealmK]

Quote: Originally Posted by dorismary

Although neither was a classic and i agree with you about 2k3 . I think Eddie 1967 is correct about NHL 09 was mostly about pretty graphics and with little replay value offline and a lackluster Dy Nasty mode. Best looking sports game ever ! but substance was lacking IMO. Was 2k9 any better ? not really but it showed promise and a direction it was gonna be going good or bad . Well heres to possibly having 2 great games this year !

AI, stick lifts, defensive controls that actually are responsive, and the EASHL. Yep NHL09 is just pretty graphics.

I totally think its very possible 2k10 will make positive strides this year, and could quite possibly be actually worth a full price purchase, for me though it hinges on AI. If 2k10's ai is as bad as NHL2k9's I won't even bother to rent it this year.

[dorismary]

Quote: Originally Posted by RealmK

AI, stick lifts, defensive controls that actually are responsive, and the EASHL. Yep NHL09 is just pretty graphics. I totally think its very possible 2k10 will make positive strides this year, and could quite possibly be actually worth a full price purchase, for me though it hinges on AI. If 2k10's ai is as bad as NHL2k9's I won't even bother to rent it this year.

Good for you but I only play offline and for 3 years DyNasty mode offer O replay value for me unless you count editing players gear.
Not to get off track as this is a 2k thread at least EA has finally added a playoff mode that was basic in last gen I can play all year !!!
Agreed about 2k and I also wont even touch it if its players graphics arent greatly improved at least to 2k8 standards.
Those things should be basic its 2009 .
Im leary of Alex O cyber pic as I recalled the same cyber of Tim L SF in MLB 2k9 , not even close to what was in the real game . Then Ill worried about gameplay next.
2k games still dont run smooth well no excuses this year eh ? They had a full cycle to address all issues and hopefully not just for the Wii.

[kai123]

Quote: Originally Posted by RealmK

AI, stick lifts, defensive controls that actually are responsive, and the EASHL. Yep NHL09 is just pretty graphics. I totally think its very possible 2k10 will make positive strides this year, and could quite possibly be actually worth a full price purchase, for me though it hinges on AI. If 2k10's ai is as bad as NHL2k9's I won't even bother to rent it this year.

All the defensive controls were too effective, especially stick lift and occasional poke check.

[dorismary]

Quote: Originally Posted by kai123

All the defensive controls were too effective, especially stick lift and occasional poke check.

Correct and thats what makes it gimmickey , functions like that should be more subtle IMO

[Qb]

READ THIS AND TAKE HEED:

I have absolutely no patience for yet another pointless 2K/EA 'debate', and I use the word in the loosest sense. Cut the bull**** -- calling someone a troll, saying they're on a publisher's payroll or the like, repeatedly bringing up negatives about 'game B' when 'game A' is criticized, and repeatedly making the same point over & over -- because it's not going to fly. And "j/k" and/or smilies don't make it OK to insult others...

I don't care which forum this crap happens in, it's not going to be tolerated.

[dorismary]

Quote: Originally Posted by Qb

READ THIS AND TAKE HEED: I have absolutely no patience for yet another pointless 2K/EA 'debate', and I use the word in the loosest sense. Cut the bull**** -- calling someone a troll, saying they're on a publisher's payroll or the like, repeatedly bringing up negatives about 'game B' when 'game A' is criticized, and repeatedly making the same point over & over -- because it's not going to fly. And "j/k" and/or smilies don't make it OK to insult others... I don't care which forum this crap happens in, it's not going to be tolerated.

Fair enough so just to make it clear we only talk 2k in the 2k forum and EA in the EA forum likes and dislikes correct ?
Just wanna know the ground rules as I purchase both games each year ?
Thanks