NHL 15 News Post

Ask Me Anything: Sean Ramjagsingh, NHL 15 Producer

07:02 PM - August 19, 2014 by RaychelSnr

Sean Ramjagsingh, producer of NHL 15, is stopping by OS this evening for an open chat with NHL fans. In the comments below, you can ask Sean anything and he will answer as many questions as possible on the heels of his interview he did with us today.

If you haven’t done so yet, we’ve covered many of the basics of today’s news in our interview, that there will be no EASHL, GM Connected, OTP, or Life the Life in NHL 15. So don’t be that guy who asks the question which we’ve already answered! However, anything is fair game, and Sean plans to stick around for awhile and answer your questions under the EASportsNHL username.

Keep in mind that we will be patrolling the thread, cleaning up duplicate or ill-tempered posts — keep the questions clean, constructive, and to the point. Please remember that we are enforcing a Zero Tolerance policy towards anything that isn't constructive to this discussion. Think before you reply. We want this to be a constructive and positive experience for all participants!

So with that, ask away!

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# 41 Moose Factory @ 08/19/14 08:03 PM

I'm wondering approximately how many new faces were scanned for NHL 15? And will we being seeing support for this throughout the year, like new faces added on going? I love the authenticity of the new arenas but they mean little to me if half of my team is skating around with a generic face. Thanks!

# 42 EASPORTSNHL @ 08/19/14 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by iloveparkmin


	hey Sam, is Be A GM mode still in NHL 15 ? i am considering pre-order it if it still in there

Yes it is.

# 43 EASPORTSNHL @ 08/19/14 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by IG 88


	Hi Sean, Long time NHL series fan (back to 07!). Thanks for all your guys hard work over the years, but I am sad to see all the features gone, as I have fully embraced next-gen (Xbox One and PS4). Couple questions: 1. Can we be confident the "next-gen" NHL 15 is worth the full $60 price point? Especially considering that all these modes are gone...plus comparable games like FIFA and NBA 2K launching with updated visuals and relatively full feature sets. Not to mention current gen NHL 15. 2. Are you worried that releasing a title so stripped of modes damages the NHL (and EA Vancouver) brand/reputation? 3. Why wait so long to let the community know? People were e-mailing Costco customer service about their posted box art and following your achievements to get information (which appears to all be correct, but only now confirmed).

NHL 15 on the new consoles provides a fundamentally different gameplay and presentation experience plus still delivers Be A GM, Be A Pro, NHL Moments Live, Online vs and HUT.

The reason we did not release info earlier is that we were pushing hard to get as much content in as possible for the launch of the game. It wasn't until today that we had to officially lock the final content which unfortunately did not include OTP however we will be bringing back OTP as part of a free update.

# 44 EASPORTSNHL @ 08/19/14 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by jyoung


	Is the OTP mode that you guys are planning to patch into NHL 15 using created players (like in NHL 09 through NHL 14) or is it using real NHL players (like in NHL 08)? If it's using created players, will OTP support the same attribute boosting microtransaction system from recent EA NHL games?

The first release of OTP will be using NHL players.
Getting created players back is priority for us since it's a critical part of the EASHL experience.

# 45 m_maclean24 @ 08/19/14 08:13 PM

Sean, I just want to thank your team for the hard work you put in day and night to get us our yearly fix of video game hockey. I have owned every edition of the game since '93.

I am wondering if your team has ever considered moving to a rating system similar to what the "revamped" team has done here at OS?

Again, thanks for hard work, and for making yourself available after making such a difficult announcement.

# 46 Trist5382 @ 08/19/14 08:16 PM

Is there any chance of EASHL coming out later this year or next year in an update?
I think if you did that, all would be forgiven c:

# 47 duffman @ 08/19/14 08:18 PM

Can we expect any specific improvements to Be a GM mode in Xbone/PS4 compared to what was offered in NHL 14 on last-gen at the time of release? I know you had mentioned updates being released via patches and such, but will there be anything new and improved in the mode right out of the gate?

Thanks!

# 48 Pezell04x @ 08/19/14 08:22 PM

On the EA forums you've stated that things are being "patched in" to BE A GM mode. Can you please elaborate on that?

# 49 KillerCanadian8 @ 08/19/14 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by billman29


	With the Arizona Coyotes having announced in February they will wear their 1997-2003 sweater atleast once during the 2014-2015 season, can we expect to see these sweaters in NHL 15? Additionally, were any new sweaters added to either the XB1/PS4 or X360/PS3 versions of the game?

Would love to finally get an answer about this ONE. Rammer has been dodging the question for long enough.

# 50 crankybaker @ 08/19/14 08:25 PM

To get on the positive side of things.

We havn't heard very much in regards to the games modes that are in NHL 15 next gen. Any improvements to gm and beapro?

Also quick question, I see that NHL nextgen has BeaPro and oldgen has live the life. Are there any differences between the two?

# 51 wallofhate @ 08/19/14 08:26 PM

Sean quick question I'm a novice when it comes to hockey and hockey games in general but the game looks amazing graphically and presentation wise. How much pick up and playability does this game have? I remember (don't remember what year) you could even bring it to a three button like the genesis days is this also possible?

# 52 Simple Mathematics @ 08/19/14 08:30 PM

Sean,

Can you still edit players like you could in NHL 14? I ask this on behalf of all roster editors. Thanks.

# 53 Glooper35 @ 08/19/14 08:32 PM

Is create-a-team still in the game?

# 54 scitychamps87 @ 08/19/14 08:33 PM

Hey Sean,

First off I'd like to thank everyone at the EA NHL team for their dedication to bringing a true next gen hockey experience to fans around the world. As a community member your focus on broadcast immersion, captivation, and creative drive truly makes this an amazing gaming experience each year. As a fan since NHL 2001 and an annual buyer since NHL 06, this series is truly my favorite. Here are just a few questions I have..

Will Mike Emrick's goal calls showcase his trademark excitement we see on TV and what will presentation bring us as fans?

Is the ability for custom music in the game or can it be patched in when Sony gives music a go on ps4?

As a weekly viewer of NBC game of the week and someone who is amazed by the immersion factor, is the true broadcast camera still in the game?

Thank you so much for all you do for fans of the series and hockey fans as a whole.

# 55 crankybaker @ 08/19/14 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by huntt26


	Wait, the United Center is not in NHL 15 for Xbox One/Ps4??

No the licence is held by 2K. Watch the trailer however it does look preety bang on

# 56 biggity13 @ 08/19/14 08:42 PM

If the license for the united center is held by 2k, then how come the united center was in nba live 14. And screenshots of it in nba live 15 being released today??

# 57 THExCHELxGAMER @ 08/19/14 08:42 PM

Sean is be a pro going to be the same as live the life or is it going to take a step back from next year?
Also will there be any improvements to be a gm mode?

# 58 skrody @ 08/19/14 08:43 PM

how do ya'll prioritize "9000 unique fan models" over game modes.

why does it seem like EA NHL fans always get the run around.

why does NHL series seem to never progress like other EA franchises.

but really if you want to answer a question:

in all the gameplay videos we're seeing, it seems like goals are still the same ol cheese goals from before. how is this not just a ported nhl 14 with better graphics...

# 59 KickSave33 @ 08/19/14 08:48 PM

Sean,

Would it be possible to explain a little further on what sort of aspects of Be a GM we should expect NOT to see when the game releases? I know that you have plans to add some of the depth of the mode in via patch, but would like to have realistic expectations as to what Be a GM will look like at launch.

# 60 VeryEvilAsh @ 08/19/14 08:50 PM

Hi Sean,

Will the how much content did you shoot for the pregame videos? How often will we see the same ones? Is it going to be a see it once and done type of thing? I also saw that this commentary is like nothing we've ever seen before. How so?

Thanks.

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