NHL 13 Demo Available Now, Post Your Impressions Here (360, PS3)

[Qb]

I didn't think I'd need to make a statement, but apparently I do. There should be no discussion of disciplinary action in the forums. If it concerns you, please address it with a moderator or site admin. If it doesn't concern you, then there's really nothing to talk about, is there?

[Money99]

Quote: Originally Posted by Qb

I didn't think I'd need to make as statement, but apparently I do. There should be no discussion of disciplinary action in the forums. If it concerns you, please address it with a moderator or site admin. If it doesn't concern you, then there's really nothing to talk about, is there?

QB, how did you miss the opportunity to reference your avatar by posting a vid of Sam L. saying "I don't remember asking you a GD thing!", hahaha!

Played a couple more games last night and I'm very torn.
There are so many improvements to the game, but I think I'll wait a good week or two after release to get an idea of how the AI plays offline; specifically how different some teams are to play against.
If you can really tell a difference between the Leafs and Rangers, then I think I'll be buying it as the Dynasty mode shouldn't get stale after 2 weeks.

[DrSpaceman7]

Quote: Originally Posted by Vikes1

I think this may be one of my big problems with not scoring. I still haven't got use to the idea of getting my player under control while taking a shot. Causing my shots to be less accurate.

Agreed. I'm finally having success in shootouts, and the main difference is I start gliding at the hashmarks before I make my move.

[adayinthelife]

After taking the time to dick around in Free Skate with the "always up" control scheme, I have to say that the new broadcast camera is a game changer for me. I'm really enjoying the new skating engine and graphical upgrades (and yes, I'm on PS3, no clue what the fuzzy visuals people are seeing are), but to me the new camera is going just as far to make this feel like a totally new game.

I've grown incredibly bored of this series over the past couple years, to the point where I played until about the all star break in year 1 of my BaGM last year (typically I'll get through anywhere from 1.5-3 seasons depending on my schedule). It wasn't even due to any specific issue, it was just that "been there, done that" feeling. For me personally at least, it really seems like this camera + new skating should make me a happy camper this year.

[Segagendude]

Quote: Originally Posted by adayinthelife

After taking the time to dick around in Free Skate with the "always up" control scheme, I have to say that the new broadcast camera is a game changer for me. I'm really enjoying the new skating engine and graphical upgrades (and yes, I'm on PS3, no clue what the fuzzy visuals people are seeing are), but to me the new camera is going just as far to make this feel like a totally new game. I've grown incredibly bored of this series over the past couple years, to the point where I played until about the all star break in year 1 of my BaGM last year (typically I'll get through anywhere from 1.5-3 seasons depending on my schedule). It wasn't even due to any specific issue, it was just that "been there, done that" feeling. For me personally at least, it really seems like this camera + new skating should make me a happy camper this year.

I hear ya. 82 games in the past all had that same ole, same ole feeling. This year, based on what I've read thus far, every game should feel different. I may actually have to pay close attention to what lines I have out there, lol.....no longer is my 4th line gonna do exactly the same things as my 1st line, ditto for the CPU.

Scoring is gonna be tough for me as well, but I guess that's what practice mode is for, right? Haha...

[DylPickle23]

LOVE the demo. Cannot wait for this game to come out.

[Gagnon39]

Quote: Originally Posted by Vikes1

I haven't gotten this through my thick skull yet. I think this may be one of my big problems with not scoring. I still haven't got use to the idea of getting my player under control while taking a shot. Causing my shots to be less accurate.

I'm with you on that. But I love it. Go into free skate and make sure you're gliding when you take a shot. You won't believe how much more accurate you are.

[Dispatch]

I still can't get enough of this demo. I can't even count how many times of played all of the different modes. 2 more weeks and I'll be in hockey heaven for the next year.