The first details about NHL 25 have been revealed before the release of the game later this year. The next in a long line of hockey video games developed by EA, NHL 25 will bring the latest and greatest gaming technology to a realistic simulation of NHL play. The main new introduction this year is the ICE-Q system, which aims to improve player AI in multiple categories. Computer-controlled players will apparently be more viable, and a new set of animations will make everything smoother and more accurate in real life.
NHL 25 will be the 31st NHL video game released by EAContinuing a long tradition that stretches back to NHL hockey in 1991. Here's everything to expect when it comes out later this year.
NHL 25 release date, price and platforms
When is NHL 25 coming out?
NHL 25 Will be released on October 4, 2024Just one day after the start of the real NHL season. in the beginning, It will be available on both Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 consoles. Not similar NHL 24It will be skipping the previous-generation consoles PS4 and Xbox One, setting it apart from other EA Sports games releasing this year. Those who pre-order certain editions of NHL 25 (see below) will also get a week's worth of early access, so their release date will technically be September 27th.
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To this end, the Standard Edition of NHL 25 Will cost $69.99 USD across both platformsTo reflect the new, higher standard price for triple-A games on current-gen consoles. Subscribers to EA Play can save 10% on the total price of NHL 25Bring the price down to $62.99.
NHL 25: Early Access details
How to get early access to NHL 25
Preordering the deluxe edition of NHL 25 Grants players seven days of early access, allowing them to start playing the game as early as September 27. NBA 2K25Early tip-off feature, actual unlock time may vary by region; More details are expected to be revealed closer to launch.
Early access to NHL Games often come with extra benefits - Namely, a start on the first season of World of Chel, NHL 25s competitive online mode. Players will have extra opportunities to rise through the ranks and unlock new tiers of the Battle Pass, unlocking new cosmetic items for both player and team customization. There may be unique, time-limited events during the early access period of NHL 25Which could reward additional experience points for completing tasks early.
NHL 25: All Additions and Preorder Bonuses
Standard & Deluxe
NHL 25 is available in two editions: Standard and DeluxeAs always. While the Standard Edition doesn't include any special bonuses if purchased on or after the October 4th release date, players who preorder it will get a handful of goodies.
first, They will receive 500 NHL pointsWhich can be used in Hockey Ultimate Team or World of Chel mode to buy new players or other in-game items. They will also receive a player pack for HUT mode, allowing them to get a head start on selling players for their final teams, along with a 2x XP boost for the World of Chel Battle Pass, which will allow them to achieve some of Be. Rewards more quickly. Finally, they can choose from Jack, Quinn, or Luke Hughes player cards for their custom teams, each of which has a 99 overall rating.
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The deluxe edition of NHL 25 Comes with many more additionsIncluding seven days of early access to the game, allowing them to access it beginning September 27. Additionally, players who preorder the Deluxe Edition will receive 4,600 NHL points, instead of the Standard Edition's 500. They will also receive access to the world of Chel's Premium Battle Pass at no additional cost. The deluxe edition also comes with the player's choice of cover athlete as a player card, along with a wildcard starter, a world of cell player set, and a "Hockey is family"Pack for HUT mode.
Players who want early access to NHL 25 Will have to preorder it before its official release date of October 4th.
As with the Standard Edition, Deluxe Edition preorderers can also claim a regular HUT Player Pack, an XP boost for World of Chel mode, and their choice of Jack, Quinn, or Luke Hughes. The Deluxe Edition Costs $99.99 on both platformsor $89.99 with a subscription to EA Play.
NHL 25's cover athletes are the Hughes brothers
Jack, Quinn and Luke Hughes
NHL 25Its cover athletes are Jack, Quinn and Luke Hughes, collectively known as the Hughes Brothers. Quinn, the oldest brother, first entered the NHL, being drafted by the Vancouver Canucks in 2018. He has remained with the team ever since, known for his skillful skating and strategic puck movement. He was named a Calder Memorial Trophy finalist during the 2019-2020 season, but finished second in the voting to Cale Makar.
Jack followed when he was drafted by the New Jersey Devils in 2019The first overall pick of this year's NHL Entry Draft. Still a center for the Devils, Jack is a co-captain for the team, finishing last year's season with 27 goals and 74 points in 62 games. Luke followed Jack to the Devils in 2021, the fourth overall pick in that year's draft. Defensively, Luke leads all NHL rookie defensemen in power-play points, goals and takeaways.
And that's all there is to know NHL 25 In this early pre-release stage. More details, including those about its ICE-Q system for improved player AI and animations, are expected to be revealed in gameplay deep dives and trailers before launch. All the rest will have to wait until after NHL 25October 4 release date.