ESPN NHL 2K5 PS2
Game Information
ESPN NHL 2K5 is the second hockey game using Sega's partnership with the worldwide leader in sports, ESPN. As with any sports game, you get the standard game modes. 2K5 has a vastly improved Franchise mode over last year's game. In addition to the e-mail system that was introduced, you have the ability to hire several coaches. You can choose a head coach, offensive coach, defense coach, scouting coach, a goaltending coach and more. When it comes time to hire and fire players, you use actual money, and not points to negotiate contracts. There are a few special game modes as well. You have access to the skills mode, which was also found in last year's game. You can choose accuracy shooting, puck control, hardest shot, fastest skater, and a few more. There is also a Party Mode, which is set up for one to four players (you and friends or you and the computer), which pits you in fast action games. An example is a free-for-all, where you have to get the puck and score it in the net while the constantly moving cinder wall, which blocks the net, is down.
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| Released | Sep 01, 2004 |
| Developer | Kush Games, Inc. |
| Publisher | Sega |
| Players | 8 |
| Co-Op | No |
Game Rarity
| Average Price (USD) | Rarity | Popularity | $6.02 | 998 | 116 |
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Additional Information
In many situations, the right analog stick can now be used to directly control a player's hockey stick. On defense, gamers can make their players sweep at the puck, or poke-check a passing opponent, even while skating backwards. The fighting system in ESPN NHL 2K5 is tied to a tension meter that rises and falls according to the mood on the ice; when teams are hitting harder (or playing dirtier), tensions rise, and players are more likely to drop the gloves at the slightest provocation. Players involved in a fight can move freely around the ice, and retreat or charge into the brawl at will. A wider selection of punches and grabs is available, but good tactics are required, as each attack drains some the player's stamina.
The series' Franchise mode was rebuilt for this 2K5 version, designed to produce smarter GM opponents who make more realistic trades and staffing decisions. The gamer's own staff now consists of coaches, scouts, and players, all the way down to the minor leagues, and gamers can check out up-and-coming prospects first-hand, instead of just guessing at their styles of play based on statistics. All minor league games are simulated, and virtual managers can keep an eye on prospects in their farm teams throughout the season, or even influence the rosters to give a hot minor league rookie the ice-time he needs to develop his skills.
Over the previous few years, the SegaSports hockey games have gained a reputation for highly realistic, almost simulation-style gameplay, especially in comparison to EA Sports' popular, more action-oriented NHL series. In contrast to the authentic style of ESPN NHL's standard modes, this year's version of also features a "Party" mode, designed to entertain players of all skill and interest levels with its accessible, forgiving action. In addition to the ability to relax rules and turn off penalties, a number of party-style mini-games are included, in which gamers compete to score the most goals or deliver the most checks in fast-paced free-for-alls.
Online multiplayer gaming is once again supported, on PlayStation 2 through the PS2 Network Adaptor accessory, and on Xbox through the Xbox Live service.
Controls: Gamepad/Joystick
Box Description
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Exclusive ESPN Presentation — Indulge in the enhanced
presentation system featuring more commentary from hockey
experts Gary Thorne and Bill Clement, more crowd chants, more
music, and yes, ice girls.
AU-New Parw Node — Grab some friends and frantically play
through 15 multi-player mini-games and challenges all in the
name of becoming King of the Rink.
Deepest Franchise Mode Ever — Live Scouting T", enhanced
minor league management, full coaching staff control and more
deliver the ultimate franchise experience.
Intense Contact ControlsN - Change the momentum of the game with
bigger checks, new contact moves and a completely redesigned full-
movement fighting engine.
Dream Team Challenge - Hit the ice with the NHL's elite as you take
on a ladder of all-star teams hand-selected by some of hockey's finest,
including Martin St. Louis, Jeremy Roenick, Marty Turco, Chris Drury,
Brendan Shanahan and more.
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1-2 Players Memory Card (for PS2) -2432 KB Analog Control
Vibration Function Pressure Sensitive Multitap (tor PS2) - 8 Players Logitech'/PS2 USB Headsets
Online: Ethernet Broadband or Analog Modem required Network Adaptor (PS2) 2-10 Players
Online license termsavailable at ESPNVIDEOGAMES.com and in-game.
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