So you say you've been icing your adversaries, because you're the man when it comes to Xbox NHL 10.} 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 it is about time you made your way to the stadium, and hashed it out, when you play sports video games for money. Wagering each other in sports video games for cash -- these players aren't screwing around. To display your unquestioned status in sports video games, garnering up a string of victories, along with your opponent's cash, is the path to declaring your impressiveness.} Not that playing Xbox sports video games isn't great… but when you play for money, it's a lot more awesome. At long last, it's the element that the video game world has long been without.} Your pals may throw around the bull, but now you have the chance to expose them as the big talkers they are - placing a bankroll on the game's verdict is a real equalizer here.} Because of all of thebraggadocio having been flung about, certainly you're geared up to confront the big wheels 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? Nonetheless - and this is a large nonetheless - you want more than a boastful manner if you wish for to frost your opponents 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. That sort of approach may be fine for picking up women at a bar on a Saturday night, but this is serious stuff - we're talking about playing sports video games for money.} So see to it that you are knowledgable about each and every one of the methods, offense and defense, body checks and dekes. 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. Get a gander if there seem to be some self-respecting (or even not good enough) enemies, and start requesting them to face off go toe-to-toe in the arena.} Start calling out the potential foe, if you think he's getting cold feet about being iced on the rink. 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. Not that the video game world is surprised, given the popularity of EA's NHL series, but Xbox NHL 10 takes things to new heights. 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. NHL 10 gives hardcore gamers the best of both worlds - game play that's similar to NHL 09, along with some new upgrades that will surprise and excite even the most jaded player. 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. More specifically, players have a brief but great opportunity to sneak in a few checks - and a cheap shot or two, which then sets the stage for the brawl that you're coveting. 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.
And brace yourself for the Xbox NHL 10 soundtrack.} Not content to have cheesy organ music, Xbox NHL 10 provides the players with the backdrop to some of the best gaming action they'll ever encounter. Have a look at the catalog:} "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 music provides an supplementary feature to the entire experience - you will claim you're down on the arena, playing in the authenticWith the soundtrack, you're not just playing the game, you're living it - it feels like you're playing in a real live NHL game. And just when you think NHL 10 is as realistic as it gets, another feature, the intimidation tactics, make it even more of the real deal than you could ever imagine.} Rough up your rival, get up in his grill, and soon enough, you'll rile the spectators. And the viewers in the throng in Xbox NHL 10 are not simply there for decoration. They're in tune with the action on the rink.} The audience has a field day, depending on what's happening on the ice - they'll cheer, they'll jeer. So you have the chance to get the audience standing up and cheering for you - if you perform some amazing plays, of course.
Even though this doesn't seem fair, we want you to think about this.} See what your pop was doing for video game entertainment in his time, after you've given Xbox NHL 10 the once over.} This was before the revolution that gave us 8-bit and then 16-bit games - 4K was as good as it got. Have some sympathy for these gamers - if they needed a sports video game fix back in the early 80s, this is what they had:} Though any resemblance to a sports video game is purely coincidental by today's standards, these graphics were once considered cutting edge.} All you had were four men on the non-scrolling rink. A player and his goalie. You certainly couldn't select your favorite team. But here's something you're not going to believe.} When this cartridge came out, it was regarded as a breakthrough sports video game, a favorite in the video game world.} No kidding - that game is what gamers stayed up all night playing in those days.} Primitive graphics and non-existent sound effects were all the rage in '82, apparently. If you really want to get blown away, compare the two games, yesterday's and today's, side by side, though it does seem a bit unfair in some ways:}
As we look at it, your father or grandfather or great grandfather or whomever was taking part in this material was active in the video game Stone Age period .} Even the next generation of gaming - the 8-bit games -- can't compare to today's Xbox hockey tournaments. If you do not have faith in us, then have a look at this one: at the moment you are able to to decide from assorted teams - six to be specific. With this, the video game world thought nothing could be greater:
It almost hurts to look at that old stuff - you're better off cleansing your vision by taking another look at Xbox NHL 10, and realizing how good you've got it. The greatness is amplified when you realize just how many NHL 10 features were nonexistent in the older games.} There was no Battle for the Cup, no Playoff Mode, no Season Mode, no Be a GM or Be a Tough Guy. And let's not get started on the lack of online gaming back then. Well, you'd have to wait a long time until your fantasies became a reality.} You were able to have six teams, flashing graphics, and nothing else.
Xbox NHL 10, however, is a altogether brand new chapter in sports video games. That's why nobody should be too shocked that the reviews are all highly enthusiastic, calling this game one of the best sports video games to ever be released.} And as soon as you see the game in action, you'll be of the opinion the similar way - with the team members' movement so faithful as they traverse round the ice, it's damn near impossible to differentiate in relation to a real hockey game and the video game. Much credit has to be given to EA, who set the bar even higher for sports video games with their latest entry.} The players' facial expressions alone are amazing - they've got more life and attitude than the cast members of your girlfriend's favorite daytime dramas. In addition there are the fight scenes, which feature a first person perspective that you will not accept as true.} You'll believe you're going toe-to-toe in an actual fistfight - but without the busted bones.} As in NHL 09, familiar voices Gary Thorne and Bill Clement join the action with their on-the-money commentary. Getting this duo is another selling point for NHL 10.} Consider the credentials of these two.} You have Bill Clement, aka "Clement, Clement, Hand of Cement," a respected NHL All-Star, as well as an ESPN star.} And Clement's co-commentator, ESPN's Gary Thorne, is held in high regard as well.} these fellas call the game is a splendid thing.} You'll be certain that they're right there in your house - that's how amazing Xbox NHL 10 is. On top of all the other upgrades and improvements, precision passing is one that will jazz gamers of all skill levels. In this game, the player has far more impact on the puck's overall speed, as opposed to the earlier entries in the NHL video game series. If that wasn't enough, you have the ability to bank your passes off of the board, based on your aim and strength.} Yet another innovation that's got the video game world abuzz - for the first time, Xbox NHL 10 lets gamers battle on the boards. 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. On the other hand, if your rival is being pinned to the boards by you, then you can really put yourself in charge - assuming you're the best player on the rink.}
