Do you find it strange

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That there hasn't been one gameplay video released since the BETA? The game will be available to play in 6 days.

[JayhawkerStL]

Re: Do you find it strange

That there hasn't been one gameplay video released since the BETA? The game will be available to play in 6 days.

No, I don't find it weird at all. Releasing gameplay videos doesn't help when there is an anti-EA cottage industry that will call their gameplay videos crap regardless of what they show. Ea has released less and less gameplay video, and have gone to managing it by editing the video gamechangers record.

I guess you will have to wait to complain a little longer.

[jake19ny]

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Since EA has already admitted they didn’t do a single thing to improve the AI, which in turn means the gameplay, you can just watch a video of NHL 19 gameplay and pretend it says NHL 20 on the corner boards because we’re getting the same gameplay as last year. The only thing missing from the video will be a signature shot from a star which will be the absolute only difference between him and an AHL player.

[centauris]

Re: Do you find it strange

No, I don't find it weird at all. Releasing gameplay videos doesn't help when there is an anti-EA cottage industry that will call their gameplay videos crap regardless of what they show. Ea has released less and less gameplay video, and have gone to managing it by editing the video gamechangers record.

I guess you will have to wait to complain a little longer.

You are the reason why Madden and NHL are awful. Absolute sheep.

[MizzouRah]

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You are the reason why Madden and NHL are awful. Absolute sheep.

Since you don't like either game, then those who enjoy them are sheep?

Interesting... can't wait to read more from you.

[jake19ny]

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Since you don't like either game, then those who enjoy them are sheep?

Interesting... can't wait to read more from you.

Agreed....calling out people who enjoy the game is as crazy as calling out people who legitimate gripes with the series. It doesn’t have to be one way only. I have plenty of problems with the direction this game has taken, the lack of attention to AI, player separation, and roster share.....but I also don’t begrudge anyone who likes the game.

[Chiefaho]

Re: Do you find it strange

Since EA has already admitted they didn’t do a single thing to improve the AI, which in turn means the gameplay, you can just watch a video of NHL 19 gameplay and pretend it says NHL 20 on the corner boards because we’re getting the same gameplay as last year. The only thing missing from the video will be a signature shot from a star which will be the absolute only difference between him and an AHL player.

Honsetly, I think this year the revamped shooting will help to improve gameplay. They haven't worked on the AI directly, but I think the AI has been given another tool to at least make them appear a tad bit more competent on offense, and the game should feel less frustrating for the user. That being said, it has been one step forward, three steps back through this entire console generation for this dev team... hopefully they didn't break more than they fixed this year.

[The EVHL]

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Since EA has already admitted they didn’t do a single thing to improve the AI, which in turn means the gameplay, you can just watch a video of NHL 19 gameplay and pretend it says NHL 20 on the corner boards because we’re getting the same gameplay as last year. The only thing missing from the video will be a signature shot from a star which will be the absolute only difference between him and an AHL player.

Don’t worry, Jake. Us “complainers” are the problem. Soak up those flatbrims and face masks, use some alumni teams, and be fat and happy. God forbid we mention legacy AI issues that have existed since NHL 15 (at the latest) that haven’t been even remotely looked at in what will now be +5 years since that release.

I’ll give them credit with the goalie deflections as that was a huge eye-sore. The puck pickups where you don’t lose speed is also a very welcomed addition. I loved hearing the director talk about how they were able to “speed the game up without touching game speed” which is a huge positive!

The most frustrating part about the AI being completely neglected, is that the foundation for an amazing game is there imo. I have my sliders for 19 perfected, and I’m honestly having such a blast playing it. Unfortunately, that means 20 doesn’t need to be purchased as the most problematic aspect of gameplay is the AI. I could lived another year without the new puck pickups additions as long as the AI was actually improved.

Here’s to hoping 21 is the close to “complete” feel we’re hoping for as I truly think RPM, DSS, and the goalie additions have turned this game’s foundation into what could arguably EA’s best “foundation” out of their sports game offerings.


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[Fredette]

Re: Do you find it strange

The reason i was more hyped about NHL20 is the (deeper) franchise mode with newly added features + new commentary. It looks interesting.

But on the other side i never liked gameplay against CPU (NHL 17, NHL 18, NHL 19 i didn't buy). It feels awkward (skating, physics, AI...)

This is a bad situation I pick it up when it gets cheaper. In the meantime i play NBA2k20 and WRC8 in a few days.

[sweetjones]

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If anyone wants to gauge the competency of the AI, just play BAP. Oh My God it is horrendous. The AI are straight idiots. They do those stupid dekes when no one is around them, but skate right into defenders. There are some and I do mean some things ok about it but in general the AI is just ridiculous. I can't imagine how difficult it is to create a good AI, but after all this time and a big company like this, EA should have some type of resource to get better AI.

[13whitebread]

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Agreed....calling out people who enjoy the game is as crazy as calling out people who legitimate gripes with the series. It doesn’t have to be one way only. I have plenty of problems with the direction this game has taken, the lack of attention to AI, player separation, and roster share.....but I also don’t begrudge anyone who likes the game.

Well said my man we all play for different reasons I don’t like 3s or 1s or other modes but for those that do cheers!

[Mitchrapp]

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Its hockey why means I'll probably get it. But like last year I'll wait until November and get good deal on the game. Hopefully under $30. Though most likely I'll be looking at $40.

Wish they would revamp Be a Pro but that's not going to happen.