You're a fierce Xbox NHL 10 gamer who sends his opponents to the cooler every time.} You're a hardcore player who likes the thrill of sports video game battles. You know how to brawl with the best of them, and now you're ready to show the video game world that when it comes to Xbox NHL 10, you skate to victory every time. So slide on down and clash for cash with the best of the video game world. Wagering each other in sports video games for cash -- these players aren't screwing around. To really prove your dominance in the video game world, winning game after game - and your rival's money - is a sure-fire route to prove that you are the man!} Not that playing Xbox sports video games isn't great… but when you play for money, it's a lot more awesome. Finally, it's the element that the video game world has long been missing.} No matter the sheer amount of nonsense your mates dictate, you get the opportunity to dispute their assertions - when laying a wager actual notes is on the table, now it's the point for them to put their money where their mouth is.} With all the testosterone being thrown around, no doubt you're ready to take on the big guns at Xbox NHL 10.} We are well aware that you can't wait any longer, you just want to turn on the video game console, race over to the arena, and get the game on.} Who in hell wouldn't? But - and this is a big but - you need more than a cocky attitude if you want to ice your rivals at Xbox NHL 10.} Make sure you know what you're doing out there… make sure your trash talk doesn't exceed your abilities. Or, in simpler terms: know the game. Don't be the dumbass who goes off half-cocked, doesn't know what he's doing, and makes an ass of himself. While your "shoot first, ask questions later" method may work for you during an attempt to score some ladies at your local pub, it may not be so ideal when playing sports video games for money, which is a real test of your manhood.} So see to it that you only start up a game once you have all the strategies down pat. If you don't, and your rival does, well, there's nothing colder than being the one to lose the wager.
There's no reason not to exploit your Xbox NHL 10 proficiency into a big payoff, as soon as you're certain you can't be outplayed. Examine if there seem to be any laudable (or even undeserving) contenders, and set off calling them to do battle in the ice.} And if they're on the fence about going toe-to-toe, a little smack talk is sure to push them over the edge. If there's one thing about the hardcore gamers, they don't walk away from a challenge. But in the end, we're sure you'll talk some trash, play your match, and win some cash. Xbox NHL 10 is, as to be expected, a monumental step forward in video hockey games. These graphics are even more true to life and sharp than the seemingly impossible to top NHL 09. And the animation is even more fluid. The game play itself is faithful to its forebear, NHL 09, which will undoubtedly make aged enthusiasts content, but also, NHL 10 possesses quite a lot of fresh facets that will grant each person something to be enthused about. A new addition that's sure to be a favorite of hardcore gamers is the post-whistle action, which, as you can probably figure out, lets gamers have it out after the whistle is blown. Or, more to the point, if you want to get some checks and cheap shots in, the post-whistle action is your chance - and it opens the door for a good old-fashioned battle. Thanks to the most advanced gaming technology, it won't be long before your cohorts race out onto the ice and back you up in the fight.} Since hockey and fights tend to go hand in hand, you won't be disappointed to learn that these fights really get down and dirty and out of control. The Xbox NHL 10 soundtrack adds to the overall gaming experience.} It is impossible to envisage a sports video game worthy empty of a few high-octane music to drive up the combat, and Xbox NHL 10 again delivers. Check out these songs:} "Young Cardinals" by Alexisonfire, "Deathsmarch" by Cancer Bats, "Hellions on Parade" by CKY, "Golden Years" by Disco Ensemble, "Heroes of Our Time" by Dragonforce, "Anything 'Cept the Truth" by Eagles of Death Metal, "Oye Vaya" by Earl Greyhound, "Know Your Enemy" by Green Day, "Peace Sells" by Megadeth, "Wake Up! Wake Up!" by MeTalkPretty, "Keys to the City" from Ministry & Co-Conspirators, "Kids in America" by MxPx, Nickelback's "Burn It to the Ground," Papa Roach's "Into the Light," "Raccoon Eyes" by Priestess, "The Bravest Kids" from Rancid, Scorpions' rock anthem "Rock You Like a Hurricane," and "Fire It Up" by Thousand Foot Krutch. Checking out the songs imparts an extra aspect to the entire sensation - you'll insist you are down on the arena, partaking in the authenticListening to the music gives an added dimension to the whole experience - you'll swear you're down on the rink, taking part in the genuine article. Intimidation tactics are yet another factor in NHL 10 that makes the gaming experience even more true to life.} You really want to excite the audience, then start giving your rival a tough time and get in his face on the rink. And the spectators in the mob in Xbox NHL 10 aren't simply there for embellishment. The crowd is as enthusiastic as they get.} Just as any group of spectators, this crowd goes nuts when their team performs well, and gets pissed when their team performs poorly. If you manage to really wow the crowd, they'll be on their feet.
Even though this doesn't seem fair, we want you to think about this.} Explore at NHL 10, then contrast it to the rubbish your pops participated in a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, the items they maintained were sports video games.} This was before the revolution that gave us 8-bit and then 16-bit games - 4K was as good as it got. And this was what people saved up their cash and purchased in the early 1980s, if they wanted to play a sports video game - these gamers did not have it easy:}
No, your eyesight isn't faltering – sports video games not only once looked like this, they were considered quality.} All you had were four men on the non-scrolling rink. A player and his goalie. You for sure couldn't select your number one team. And here's the payoff.} This game was considered one, if not the, best sports video games available, upon its release.} Back then, gaming marathons consisted of this and this alone.} Primitive graphics and non-existent sound effects were all the rage in '82, apparently. Contrast this to what EA is currently offering with NHL 10 game, although maybe we're talking apples and oranges here:} As we see it, your father or grandfather or great grandfather or whomever was partaking in this stuff was living in the video game pre-historic era.} For that matter, the great leap forward that transpired with 8-bit games doesn't even come close to the level of Xbox hockey game that is setting today's gamers on fire. If we haven't made our point, why not feast your eyes on this "classic": the big news this time was that you had six different teams to pick from. With this, the video game world thought nothing could be greater: If you're not momentarily unable to see after gazing at that one, re-xamine at what NHL 10 game has to offer, and once more be grateful for modern-day video game technology. Lest you forget, all the game modes that make Xbox NHL 10 great were not happening back in the old-school sports video games.} There was no Battle for the Cup, no Playoff Mode, no Season Mode, no Be a GM or Be a Tough Guy. And if you were wanting for online gaming in the old days? The one thing you could do in the olden days was to remain wishing.} You could have six teams, stuttering graphics, and nothing else. Sports video games go to new heights, though, with Xbox NHL 10. It was more or less expected that the reviewers all felt strongly about this one, naming Xbox NHL 10 as one of their all-time favorite sports video games.} And after seeing the game in action, you'll feel the same way - with the players' movement so realistic as they make their way around the ice, it's almost impossible to draw a distinction between a real hockey game and the video game. Much praise has to be provided to EA, who raised the standard even high for sports video games with their upcoming entry.} And don't get us started on the facial expressions the players display - there's more range in one game of Xbox NHL 10 than an entire year of your girlfriend's daytime soaps. Too there are the fight scenes, which boast a first person perspective that you will not feel.} It is as if you are seriously glancing at a pair of fists beating the stuffing out of you, but without the discolorations, blood and likely concussions.} Gary Thorne and Bill Clement are doing their job, as in NHL 09, calling the game as only they can. Getting this duo is another selling point for NHL 10.} Think of these two chaps' qualifications.} First there's "Clement, Clement, Hand of Cement," Bill Clement, revered NHL All-Star, and member of the ESPN family.} Then there's Thorne, Gary Thorne, ESPN stalwart, and Clement's partner-in-crime.} You'll be blown away when you listen to this pair's game commentary.} Xbox NHL 10 is so realistic that you'll be convinced that the duo is sitting in your living room.
Video game fans will be pleased with another one of Xbox NHL 10's new features, precision passing. In this game, the gamers has a good deal supplementary effect on the puck's general velocity, different than the prior episodes in the NHL video game series. And for those of you who've really mastered your slap shot, you can bank your passes off of the board.}
Xbox NHL 10, for the first occasion, lets you to battle on the boards - a new step up that has the video game world excited. You heard me - now, when you're in possession of the puck but are pinned up against the boards, you have the ability to stop your rival from nabbing the puck, by kick-passing it to a teammate. But if you've got your opponent pinned to the boards, then you can take control of the action, assuming you're THE MAN to beat!}
