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Synopsis

Hit the ice with NHL 06 from EA Sports for XBOX. This entry in the NHL series builds on the 2005 version by adding new rules and an updated rooster that includes just about every big name in the National Hockey League. NHL 06 includes everything from NHL 05, including revamped shooting controls. New for the 2006 version is the use of the left analog stick for deking, which in hockey terms means dodging and faking defenders. The right analog stick is used to perform fancy moves like a spin or a between-the-legs pass. These fancy moves will distract goalkeepers, giving the player an opening to shoot. The downside to these moves is that only superstar characters can perform them regularly. The game includes many traditional hockey game modes, including dynasty mode. In Dynasty mode, players will control their own hockey team and must deal with outside pressures, sponsors and more, while trying to respect the team's philosophy, which is different for each team. Other modes include single season, leagues and tournaments, quick play, and online play. The graphics in NHL 06 are top-notch. This time they have been modified to accurately display differences in character sizes. Defenders and goalkeepers, who are traditionally taller players, actually appear taller, while shorter, faster scorers are indeed a bit thinner and smaller. It's just a small change that adds to the incredible gameplay of NHL 06.

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