NHL 2K10: First Look (IGN)

[Eddie1967]

Re: IGN First Look

It doesnt say only having half the development cycle it says they consider it only half , they dont mention just how long they worked on 2k9 a lot of grey area there.

Not being negative just pointing out how they have creatively worded things and has obviously created a little confusion in their favor, classic mincing of words .

Your right and I reread that and indeed it does say "in their mind" meaning they see the game having a 2 year development. Still, with how good last years effort was, this year should be even better.

[dorismary]

Re: NHL 2K10: First Look (IGN)

Heres my take Plus Minus +/-
Wow if they really fixed the graphics as shown GREAT ! as last years game was really bad players wise but in fairness they had a short time to develop it .
Im always leary of this lately with 2k player models because the final product never looks what is shown MLB series ect.
So intil I see in game action thats undetermined.
I really prefer pick up and play controls I mean I just wanna play Hockey not have to study a manual and practice to score gimmic goals like in EA at times.
I hope 2k less is less up/down but fighting was perfect.
When I play EA I use there hybrid controls anyway so I can use buttons to pass (to each his own).
Well I buy both each year last year 2k first cause it came out first but I really like EA style overall plus the makers seem to care a bit more and 2k seems to go after the Wii market but I also love the freedom 2k gives us, always had a playoff mode , season play , control all rosters play any game .
Well heres hoping both games do well I think I gave myself a headache

[Money99]

Re: NHL 2K10: First Look (IGN)

A 2K producer named Tris10 revealed that there will be online franchises:

You can't see it in this thread because apparently that was a feature that shouldn't have been released yet.
But guys on 2khockey.net saw it and confirmed it.

So now you can have a full 30 team online dynasty with 29 of your buddies. Everyone's trading, drafting, etc.
That sounds really cool.

http://www.leaguegaming.com/forums/s...d.php?t=150360

[CarryTheWeight]

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As excellent as that render of Ovechkin looks, right now I'm not jumping to any conclusions about the in-game graphics. It's a render, nothing more...it reminds me of the Tim Lincecum render 2K released before they revealed information about MLB 2K9. I'll believe those graphics when I see them.

On the other hand, some encouraging words, as it seems both first-look reports we've seen so far have claimed 2K has gone back and fixed some nagging issues, but what those "issues" are remain to be seen. The bit about the AI adapting to a multiplayer situation certainly seems intriguing...in a co-op situation, will it individually key on each player's positioning and try to break up any sort of teamwork between both players (e.g. breaking up the player-controlled odd-man rushes)?

The barebones Gamestop fact sheet kinda tipped this off but it also seems 2K is amplifying the authenticity this year..."team intros" can mean anything, but can it mean SPECIFIC team intros? Sharks skating through the shark head? Oilers skating underneath the oil rig? Sabretooth rapelling down from the rafters before playoff games...OK, probably not that one...but encouraging nonetheless.

But, like everyone, I'm looking to get past the vagueness and see some concrete info in the next few weeks.

[Jamin23]

Re: NHL 2K10: First Look (IGN)

As excellent as that render of Ovechkin looks, right now I'm not jumping to any conclusions about the in-game graphics. It's a render, nothing more...it reminds me of the Tim Lincecum render 2K released before they revealed information about MLB 2K9. I'll believe those graphics when I see them.

On the other hand, some encouraging words, as it seems both first-look reports we've seen so far have claimed 2K has gone back and fixed some nagging issues, but what those "issues" are remain to be seen. The bit about the AI adapting to a multiplayer situation certainly seems intriguing...in a co-op situation, will it individually key on each player's positioning and try to break up any sort of teamwork between both players (e.g. breaking up the player-controlled odd-man rushes)?

The barebones Gamestop fact sheet kinda tipped this off but it also seems 2K is amplifying the authenticity this year..."team intros" can mean anything, but can it mean SPECIFIC team intros? Sharks skating through the shark head? Oilers skating underneath the oil rig? Sabretooth rapelling down from the rafters before playoff games...OK, probably not that one...but encouraging nonetheless.

But, like everyone, I'm looking to get past the vagueness and see some concrete info in the next few weeks.

I'm thinking the same thing. We have been down this road with 2k. We'll just have to wait and see when the game releases or we get more info.

[Scottdau]

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If this game had the shark head and the players skate through it. this game will be the best. Especially if they play seek and destroy.

[Eddie1967]

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If there are specific team intros in this game that will take presentation to an all new level. I truly hope they fix the franchise bugs, like CPU signing it's own free agents. The only team I want to control is the New Jersey Devils.

[RealmK]

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If there are specific team intros in this game that will take presentation to an all new level. I truly hope they fix the franchise bugs, like CPU signing it's own free agents. The only team I want to control is the New Jersey Devils.

Agreed, team specific intros would be pretty awesome. I do hope if they went the effort to do that, they also made an effort to clean up the commentary and made it sound more professional and less corny sounding. "thanks for that intermision report! good job buddy!" so very lame.

God I really hope we get a good hockey game out of 2k this year.

[Scottdau]

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Agreed, team specific intros would be pretty awesome. I do hope if they went the effort to do that, they also made an effort to clean up the commentary and made it sound more professional and less corny sounding. "thanks for that intermision report! good job buddy!" so very lame.

God I really hope we get a good hockey game out of 2k this year.

That is basically what you get with Drew and Randy! They are better live, but they still get on those stupid lines. I hope they can it all up this year. Even on replay.

[baa7]

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I do hope if they went the effort to do that, they also made an effort to clean up the commentary and made it sound more professional and less corny sounding. "thanks for that intermision report! good job buddy!" so very lame.

I can't imagine they'll have time to fix the animations and player models, and improve the game to the point of making it playable this year, PLUS fix the lame commentary. I'm already resigned to the reality of having to shut off the announcers once again if I plan to play and enjoy the game on some level. Because I agree: it's worse than horrible.

[original6]

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I never play with the commentary on anyway. I want my experience to represent that of either playing on the ice or attending the game - not watching it on TV.

[Eddie1967]

Re: NHL 2K10: First Look (IGN)

Agreed, team specific intros would be pretty awesome. I do hope if they went the effort to do that, they also made an effort to clean up the commentary and made it sound more professional and less corny sounding. "thanks for that intermision report! good job buddy!" so very lame.

God I really hope we get a good hockey game out of 2k this year.

Agree somewhat, I mean, I like the commentary, but it could stand some improvement. Maybe it is a little too friendly. My pet peeve is the franchise bug.

[JAYMO76]

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I am really hoping that we see some information soon on franchise mode. Fix the bugs and give me back the 2k8 version and I will be happy.