![]() ![]() ![]() For those who haven’t already experienced X-Factor abilities from the last couple of installments of Madden, a select few players are blessed with a singular skill in which they are especially proficient. The one truly new mechanic for NHL 22 is the introduction of the X-Factor system. What’s even more remarkable is the fact that a majority of the action still “feels” the same, while still getting the very obvious presentation enhancements. That said, while it unequivocally is a visible improvement over the previous generation, it isn’t the kind of visual tectonic shift that we’ve grown accustomed to from new consoles. Thanks to the sheer amount of horsepower available on the PlayStation 5, not to mention a shiny new engine, the on-ice product has never looked better. The new-gen console transition was the perfect time to make the jump because it has traditionally acted as a reset in the past, at least as far as expectations are concerned. How they managed to do so without having to shave modes or features in the process is remarkable in its own right. Completely switching an engine is a herculean task even under the best of circumstances. While I’ve started this review bagging on the lack of innovation, to call it a barebones copy of last year isn’t necessarily fair to the development team, either. You’ll have the opportunity to partake in Be a Pro, Ultimate Team, World of CHEL, and the Franchise staples, but essentially nothing more. ![]() If you’ve had the chance to take the 2020 installment ( NHL 21) out for a spin, you’re likely not going to find many differences, at least as far as the standard battery of modes is concerned. In fact, it is so on the numbers that you’d be hard-pressed to find anything truly earthshattering this time around the horn. If you are going into NHL 22, expecting a similar product to last season, your assumption could not be more spot on. ![]()
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