- September 13, 2018
- EA Canada
NHL 19
With every passing year, I’m consistently impressed how EA are able to improve on an already winning formula, making each new release of NHL a must own title, rather than a glorified roster update.
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NHL 19 is a single player and multiplayer sport game. It was developed by EA Canada and was released on September 13, 2018. It received positive reviews from critics.
"NHL 19" takes hockey back to its outdoor roots, allowing players to compete on outdoor rinks and progress from pond to pro in new and returning modes. Powered by Real Player Motion Tech, the game delivers explosive skating and bigger hits. The World of CHEL hub offers a unified reward system for character customization, with over 900 apparel options and new player classes to personalize your gameplay experience.
- NHL 19 features improved skating mechanics and realistic hitting, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- The introduction of the World of Chel mode offers a unique and enjoyable online and offline experience, catering to both casual and competitive players.
- The game boasts a deep franchise mode and extensive customization options, providing players with a wealth of content to explore.
- Despite being the best iteration, NHL 19 suffers from many of the same issues as previous titles, making it feel like a minor upgrade.
- The menus can be convoluted and confusing, detracting from the overall user experience.
- Technical issues and frequent online disconnections can hinder gameplay, especially in online modes.
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The gameplay of the NHL series is praised for its excellent responsiveness and accessibility, featuring a deep franchise mode and engaging core mechanics. The introduction of the World of Chel as an online hub and the standout Threes mode contribute to a well-rounded experience, signaling potential growth for the franchise. Overall, players appreciate the exciting gameplay and the variety of difficulty options available.
“Excellent and responsive gameplay, deep franchise mode, Threes mode is a standout again, World of Chel is a great online hub.”
“Accessible controls and difficulty options, exciting core gameplay, expansive franchise mode, great audio presentation.”
“A focus on core mechanics and the introduction of the World of Chel could signal the beginning of a new golden age for the NHL series.”
NHL 19 Review
Don’t let NHL 19's slick menus and new skating animations fool you: the same NHL game you’ve been playing for five years is still here. If you already know the series well, this is unquestionably the best iteration of the title, but it comes with the added caveat that it’s hindered by many of the same problems from years past. The reduced significance of poke check, and smaller changes like new skating animations, definitely help elevate the general presentation of the title – but it could and should be so much better than it is.
50%NHL 19 review - A Chel of an upgrade
A focus on core mechanics and introduction of the World of Chel could signal the beginning of a new golden age for the NHL series.
80%NHL 19 (PS4) Review
With every passing year, I’m consistently impressed how EA are able to improve on an already winning formula, making each new release of NHL a must own title, rather than a glorified roster update.
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Frequently Asked Questions
NHL 19 is a sport game.
NHL 19 is available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and others.
NHL 19 was released on September 13, 2018.
NHL 19 was developed by EA Canada.
NHL 19 has received positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.
NHL 19 is a single player game with multiplayer support.
Similar games include NHL 21, Axis Football 2019, Franchise Hockey Manager 11, Matchpoint: Tennis Championships, EA Sports UFC 2 and others.