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NHL 2004 offers the most physically intense and authentic representation of hard-hitting NHL action to date. Use the new right analog Bruise Control to power up and throw bone-crushing hits, and grapple with opponents using a completely revamped, and much more realistic, fighting system. Off the ice, NHL 2004 sets a new standard for sports games with its deep GM Dynasty Mode. With 39 new elite teams, in addition to all-new passing controls, player collisions, skating animations, player faces, play-by-play, 3D crowds, on-the-fly strategy calling, and so much more, NHL 2004 is the definitive hockey experience. Features:More physical action than ever before, with new Bruise Control, an all-new fighting system, more realistic player collisions, and powerful visuals such as popping helmets and breaking glass Total player control that allows you to direct 2-button touch-sensitive passes anywhere on the ice, call team strategies on the fly, and aggressively tie up opponents against the boards and in front of the net Take on the role of GM for up to 20 seasons, drafting and trading players, negotiating contracts and managing the financial bottom line of your franchise. Earn valuable experience points to upgrade your GM office and/or purchase improvements to staff and facilities, thus improving your team's on-ice performance 39 new international teams from Germany's DEL, Sweden's Elitserien and Finland's SM-Liga

NHL Rivals 2004 is Microsoft Game Studios' inaugural NHL title for the Xbox video game system. Experiencing tons of action, hockey fans will take their favorite NHL team on a quest to win the Stanley Cup. With more than 700 animations, NHL Rivals challenges players to put wrist shots, onetimers, and slapshots past all the top NHL goaltenders. Gamers can settle hockey grudge matches and create their own rivalries playing Virtual Pick Up using the Xbox Live online game service. Under the new XSN Sports brand, hockey gamers are immersed in one of the most realistic and exciting hockey settings ever created. Using revolutionary new Web-based technology, hockey gamers and sports fans can easily organize teams, leagues, and schedules from a centralized Web site -- XSNsports.com. Get ready for real hockey competition this year. Features:Unique player roles including Snipers, Enforcers and Agitators allow gamers to take advantage of different styles of play and abilities Multiple modes of play including Single Game, Playoff, Season or online play More than 20,000 lines of dialogue, play-by-play, stories, insight and analysis from the New York Rangers award-winning broadcast team of Sam Rosen and John Davidson, along with rink-side reporter Dick Fain

NHL 2004 gets to the core of NHL hockey with total player and puck control, hard-hitting competition and much more. Deliver a wide new range of bone-jarring checks with all-new Checking Control, and make better decks and crushing open-ice hits with fluid, realistic skating. Also new to NHL 2004, you can take Dynasty Mode to the next level, and take on the world in international leagues. With a vastly improved look and feel, plus 3-D crowds, finesse passes and aggressive board play, NHL 2004 is the definitive hockey experience.

ESPN NHL Hockey is more than just the game of hockey. It is true grit, true skills, true intensity and your ability to bring those elements to each and every match-up you face. It is taking on anyone, anytime, anywhere. It is feeling the impact of a precision hit and splitting the D with a skilled skater. It is the battle for the puck and the glory of burying it in the back of the net. It is achieving milestones and setting the standard for others to follow. It is everything you'd want in a hockey game and nothing you'd expect. ESPN NHL Hockey -- true to the NHL. Features:Take your game online against friends and foes across the country with Xbox Live (requires Xbox Live, sold separately) ESPN Presentation with authentic box scores, overlays, stats and more -- fully capturing the atmosphere of an ESPN NHL broadcast Groundbreaking Graphics Engine that pushes the hardware to new limits: player models and faces, environmental effects, arenas, cut-scenes, uniforms and more are meticulously detailed -- raising realism to a new level Top-Notch Commentary with a superstar booth featuring the best in the business, as ESPN's Gary Thorne and Bill Clement deliver smart play-by-play and color commentary with situational analysis and true ESPN flavor Mini-Games Galore including "Mini-Rink," a fast-paced 2-on-2 intense hockey experience, Pond Hockey, and enhanced skills events The "art" of the well-executed hit is showcased with authentic animations detailing open ice hits, checks into the boards and even the occasional flight over the boards and onto the players' bench Honoring the tradition and heritage of the NHL, playable historic teams and vintage jerseys let you indulge in some of the most legendary eras in the sport of hockey Admire as you acquire; unlock in-game features and customize your skybox with items that are earned by surpassing current NHL records and achieving other in-game milestones True-to-the-game board pinning controls give you the option to wear down oppon

Turn on the red light and your teammates mob you. Dominate the boards and the crowd wants more. Score the Stanley Cup winner and you're a LEGEND. EA SPORTS ramps up the noise, the glory, and the sheer physical force of NHL hockey to deliver higher levels of intensity and emotion. With more customization, stellar gameplay and graphics, and a unique card-based reward system, NHL 2002 takes you from the locker room to the ice, to the shoulders of your teammates. Get on the ice and be the hero.