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NHL 15 Patch 1.04 Available Now, Full Details Included

06:34 AM - October 21, 2014 by Millennium

The planned October content update for NHL 15 has arrived for both PlayStation 4 and Xbox One users. It includes the addition of OTP and the all new NHL entry draft. Unfortunately for OTP users, you can't play with friends, OTP is used for ranked matches.

According to quite a few users, the third jerseys don't appear to be in the game, but they are listed in the update.

UPDATE: According to djblue, if you download the latest roster update, you will see the third jerseys.

You can view the entire list of fixes and additions below. Let us know what you are seeing.

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	Online Team Play Play online with up to ten players, locked to a single position using real-world rosters. These matches will be 5v5 ranked with AI controlled goalies. Be a GM - Rookie Draft For the first time in the NHL franchise, you will be put on the clock and feel the pressure like a real NHL GM. As they do at the NHL Entry Draft, you have three minutes to make a draft pick. If the pressure is too much, you can also call timeouts to extend the amount of time you have to make a draft pick or potentially negotiate a trade. You can make trades at any time during the draft. The CPU will also propose trades to each other and the user throughout the course of the draft.

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# 121 jake19ny @ 10/23/14 11:44 AM

After a 4 games with new tuner I have to say I hate it. There are a few things that stick out.
1) The hitting is jacked up.....again
2) I had good sliders before that limited my D from vacating the slot leaving a guy camped for an easy goal they now do it more than ever
3) The passes are either still spot on or way, way, way off and I have scored one goal in every game that was supposed to be a pass from the corner that was off the mark big time hits the goalies skate and into the net....lame
4) My CPU teammates now collide with other constantly...what the hell?
5) If I play back with a forward and take over puck control deep in my end one of my D men jump to center and take off up the ice like a forward. Also lame.

Add that to them not fixing scoreboard to include season totals, Not fixing the fact that you cannot pass a puck up the boards, etc etc etc....and this just another update that makes a bad game worse

# 122 tessl @ 10/23/14 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by eF 5ive


	I got the update, but my options for tuner are 1.01, or 1.00. Does this mean 1.01 is considered "latest?" I tried going online and HUT to DL the tuner but got nothing.

You should have an option for 1.00, 1.01 and latest.

# 123 tessl @ 10/23/14 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by jake19ny


	After a 4 games with new tuner I have to say I hate it. There are a few things that stick out. 1) The hitting is jacked up.....again 2) I had good sliders before that limited my D from vacating the slot leaving a guy camped for an easy goal they now do it more than ever 3) The passes are either still spot on or way, way, way off and I have scored one goal in every game that was supposed to be a pass from the corner that was off the mark big time hits the goalies skate and into the net....lame 4) My CPU teammates now collide with other constantly...what the hell? 5) If I play back with a forward and take over puck control deep in my end one of my D men jump to center and take off up the ice like a forward. Also lame. Add that to them not fixing scoreboard to include season totals, Not fixing the fact that you cannot pass a puck up the boards, etc etc etc....and this just another update that makes a bad game worse

I'm using default sliders with manual passing auto shooting, and I'm not seeing most of the problems you are seeing. Easiest way for me to clear a puck is saucer pass off the boards.

The biggest change I see is goalies are a lot better and it is harder to score.

# 124 THESHAMISASHAME @ 10/23/14 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by tessl


	I'm using default sliders with manual passing auto shooting, and I'm not seeing most of the problems you are seeing. Easiest way for me to clear a puck is saucer pass off the boards. The biggest change I see is goalies are a lot better and it is harder to score.

Same here Default Allstar always ! and I played 7 more games in Playoff mode with real rosters and just started the second round and everything that was boosted is now gone with the new update and thats good to see as Playoff Mode can have some generated play on its own.

IMO because of the improved statistics Im getting the game actually plays better then on the day it released and physics are back baby !

I been testing the player physics alot with smaller guys and non checkers and most big hits are just bumps alot of the time with these guys and thats great to see even with figuring in tilted ice at the time and the angle of hit .

# 125 BL8001 @ 10/23/14 05:56 PM

Here is something I am not a fan of at all. The pass accuracy when you are facing the boards is silly.

Silly as in deadly accurate. I first noticed the cpu doing this to me and one timing it off the perfect tape to tape pass. Then I played online twice and both random people did this throughout the game.

It's stupid, plain and simple. Facing the boards your pass accuracy to someone behind you, halfway across the ice, should be imprecise.

Frankly, because it isn't and you are in no way rewarded for facing your passing target there is no reason to square up for passes at all. In fact this game would call you a fool for doing it.

As soon as I started passing the puck across ice while facing the boards my scoring rate went up. I guess it's because this phenomenal act of accuracy stuns the cpu defenders and goalie.

Rightly so. But

# 126 sweetjones @ 10/23/14 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by jake19ny


	After a 4 games with new tuner I have to say I hate it. There are a few things that stick out. 4) My CPU teammates now collide with other constantly...what the hell?

I noticed this too. WTH?

# 127 Vikes1 @ 10/24/14 01:47 AM

Gotta say, imo the overall gameplay does seem improved this time. Just played a very enjoyable game, without the bs i've come to expect.

# 128 THESHAMISASHAME @ 10/24/14 02:20 AM

Played Three more in Playoff mode and lost 6-0 and I had to pull Price in the first and the cpu dominated me on everything even TOA

and I was out shot 34-18 .

But it felt good as I just couldnt generate anything to change the tide and I lost the next game 2-1 in ot and I won the last game 2-1 in the final minute and I really had to work for it and man the Kings like to hit me, alot !

One thing the Cpu isnt really getting many PP in Playoff Mode so I may bump up my Cpu teammate penalty to 5 as I become very skilled on defensive as Im getting 4pp a game to their 1 or 2 in 8 min periods but stats are very good as they normally out hit and shoot me most games and the PP thing also goes in streaks LOL next game 6 pp , 4 for cpu with 8 minutes left in the first period and this is why I stay on Allstar Default .

NOTE : Cant remember who asked me about Faceoffs but also Hold down the L2 button and left stick on the draw while doing the 9 o'clock to 12 o'clock and then down on right stick and I hardly loose any draws .

Gameplay UPDATE

Had my first taste of turbo boost mode kinda like playing with the Hitz tuner as I got deeper in the playoffs when it was a must win game as I had little control after being up 1-0 in the best of 3 as I couldnt , check , skate , pass or even shoot most of the time in game #2 and 3 with weird wiffs even on simple point shots that was in the prior update especially on excellent scoring opportunities ?

Real Physics were gone and goofy cpu speed boost started up with bad skaters doing in and out deke moves and intercepting everything as even my passes were slow or super fast while my players hardly responded and then it stopped once the cpu went up 2-0 in both games .

I was able to mount a normal gameplay comeback once I was down and I could reaction naturally again but it was to little to late as Quick was now making strange animation diving plays ?

Well I just hope this isnt gonna happen each time its a must win game in Playoff mode as I have no idea what tilted the Ice or handicapped me as I held in both games until the middle of the third period even with all the boost stuff ?

# 129 Vikes1 @ 10/24/14 10:16 AM

That boost stuff, berserk mode, whatever....just suxs. It's just so damn obvious and imo, poorly done. It shoud of course simply be the cpu taking more chances....not turning superhuman. I'm way beyond getting pissed bout losing at a video game. But just hate feeling like i've wasted my time playing.

# 130 BL8001 @ 10/24/14 12:11 PM

Sham,

I have seen the ROBO cpu too. Just during certain times in play now. You know, when the CPU needs a goal, those certain times...

I am going to start playoff mode tonight. Mizzou's posts made me try out the Blues and jeez either they are really good or they suit the way I play, but I find it really easy to score with them.

Fully expecting to get "tecmo'ed" at some point during the playoffs.

Do I wish there was player edit, a normal season mode and better practice options? Hell yes!!!!!!!!!!!!

Am I having fun with NHL in this current state? Yes.

I do hope they add more to 15 before turning to full on 16 dev.

# 131 Vikes1 @ 10/24/14 10:23 PM

Just played another truly fun game. Came back from a 3-1 deficit in the 3rd to tie it. I ended up falling in a SO. But had a great time in defeat. Pretty sold on V1.04.

# 132 MizzouRah @ 10/24/14 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Vikes1


	Just played another truly fun game. Came back from a 3-1 deficit in the 3rd to tie it. I ended up falling in a SO. But had a great time in defeat. Pretty sold on V1.04.

Yeah, it seems to be pretty solid, even though I'm on a bad losing streak right now.

I have to remind myself not to get suckered into the corners in fear that I leave someone open in front of my net.

I've seen so many goal varieties though and none of them really had me scratching my head like before the patch.

# 133 Vikes1 @ 10/25/14 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by MizzouRah


	Yeah, it seems to be pretty solid, even though I'm on a bad losing streak right now. I have to remind myself not to get suckered into the corners in fear that I leave someone open in front of my net. I've seen so many goal varieties though and none of them really had me scratching my head like before the patch.

Yep Mizz....i fall all too often for chasing the puck in my end. And it seldom ends well for me. It really seems like with 1.04, if I play pretty well I have at least a chance. Rather than berserk mode taking me out before i even get started. Or getting punished for daring to score. Seems that bs is toned down. Finally feel ok to get into GM mode.

# 134 THESHAMISASHAME @ 10/25/14 06:09 AM

Well I tried everything to limit the boost in playoff mode that I experienced with little success so I went down to pro skill level and though I dominated I decided to try something .

I switched back to Allstar skill level but it keep the default pro click sliders so for the most part I keep the click sliders on pro but Allstar for skill .

I have game speed at 0 do to high acceleration and strategies for both at 1 to lessen the constant screen changing I noticed and put my goalie reaction to 5 and theres at 4.

So far Im having fun interactive games again and since the slider attributes were kind of high from pro so I really dont notice the boost stuff when it kicks but either way things are more controllable for me .

The play is also a tad looser to create so for me its alot more enjoyable not always being mugged and me having to do it back for balance so hopefully Im good to go ! Man NHL 15 is alot of work but its worth it

# 135 MizzouRah @ 10/25/14 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Vikes1


	Yep Mizz....i fall all too often for chasing the puck in my end. And it seldom ends well for me. It really seems like with 1.04, if I play pretty well I have at least a chance. Rather than berserk mode taking me out before i even get started. Or getting punished for daring to score. Seems that bs is toned down. Finally feel ok to get into GM mode.

There was actually a point after my 3-0 shutout and then going up 2-0 against LA I actually felt like I was getting too good at the game.. WOW.. that was short lived.

# 136 tessl @ 10/25/14 11:10 AM

I previously gave my impression post-update on 20 minute periods. On default sliders I was seeing low scoring games.

I just finished a 9-6 game. So much for the low scoring games.

# 137 Vikes1 @ 10/25/14 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by MizzouRah


	There was actually a point after my 3-0 shutout and then going up 2-0 against LA I actually felt like I was getting too good at the game.. WOW.. that was short lived.

I've had two straight, great playing games....and zero berserk to ruin things. But ya, i imagine that bs is waiting to strike again. I guess it's apart of the game you either just deal with, or not. I just wish it was done in not such an obvious way. .

# 138 BL8001 @ 10/25/14 04:52 PM

The thing with the getting suckered into the corners...

The issue is how rapidly the CPU brings that other side player right into the sweet spot beside the crease.

They extra hustle to post up there. So what happens is if you do miss the poke check or hit on the guy in the corner he will easily slide a pass over to the player who one times it in. Every time.

Watch your Rush into the CPU end...I can't find a single setting that will get the player into the crease spot as quick as the CPU does it. So what happens on your rush is you have to hold it up slightly to give that player time to get to the crease and when you have to wait the CPU creams you or herds you back out.

It's just one more of those EA programming can do what I cant do EA game moments.

# 139 BL8001 @ 10/25/14 04:56 PM

One other cpu scoring method that bugs me. You have the puck near your board in the d end with a burly defender. A tiny cpu winger skates up non chalantly and obliterates you, collects the puck that spills to them perfectly, whirls and slots a beautiful pass to a player sitting in the crease who taps it home.

1. Ain't gonna happen

2. What?

3. Why is that offensive player hanging around my net as I am bringing it out?

4. Why isn't my defender looking for that wingers head for the next 5 minutes? If this really occurred that winger would fear for his life.

# 140 THESHAMISASHAME @ 10/26/14 05:29 PM

I ran a few tests in Playoff mode in a must win games by the cpu where I made the cpu goalie the worst through in game sliders and I lost both games 5-2 with cpu getting ENGs too as I basically went down 2-0 then it was 2-2 and down 4-2 and 5-2 on eng and all goals were generated and kinda strange looking.

Now I was playing against Quick ( Kings ) and I wont go through all that happened as we all witnessed boost mode but attributes as least on the goalie sliders meant nothing in these games.

Quick was about the same with normal sliders in these games and I shouldnt have to out cheat the CPU AI just to make this game play normal as it then just wrecks the gameplay experience as theres just much better options in 2014 to make the cpu play tougher then a boost mode that magically stops and starts as needed and I still dont understand why all modes in this game just dont play like "play now "does ?.

I bought NBA 2k15 for its classic teams yesterday but its not the same so Im gonna try a different Gameplay Tuner or maybe Simulation style and see if I can find a happy balance as its great to hear others are still having great games .

UPDATE : Started next series on Simulation and won 3-1 but I was just around for the ride on Defense and I only changed penalty sliders but My Crawford vs LA was amazing and LA could have had 5 goals easy ! crazy stuff but I made some great plays on Offense when the opportunity arose .

Next game is a must win ? and I try will and remain calm and react to what unfolds .

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