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 grasp how to scrap in the company of the unsurpassed of them, and now you're all set to prove to the video game world that when it comes to Xbox NHL 10, you skim to victory each and every instance 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. In order to sincerely display your domination in the video game world, winning match after match - and your enemy's hard cash - is a definite way to display that you're invincible!} Not that playing Xbox sports video games isn't great… but when you play for money, it's a lot more awesome. Now, the video game world now has the ingredient that it's been needing for a while.} 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.} Given that there's a high level of "dude" going on here, you're probably dying to fight the top players at Xbox NHL 10.} We know you just want to shoot over to the rink, fire up the video game console, and start playing.} Who in hell wouldn't? Just remember that in order to emerge the victor, it will require more than just overconfidence.} 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 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. Once you've mastered the maneuvers of Xbox NHL 10 and it's just one hat-trick after another, get off the bench and make some real cash out of your sports video game abilities. Try to locate some possible gamers capable of a challenge.} 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 has, like its predecessors, rocked the video game world. If you thought NHL 09's graphics were more vibrant and incredible than anything you've seen, think again. And the animation is even more fluid. While remaining true to the NHL formula of high-octane video hockey, Xbox NHL 10 throws in some new wrinkles that are going to juice up the video game world. Post-whistle action is sure to be the instant crowd-pleaser amongst the hardcore gamers; as you probably figured out, it's where you can mix it up, after the whistle gets blown. More explicitly, video game groupies have a short-lived but splendid opportunity to sneak in a small number of checks - and a cheap shot or two, which therefore sets the stage for the scrap that you are yearning for. To boot it is solely a matter of time before your team members come hurrying to your defense and instigate lobbing a small number of shots of their own, courtesy of the fresh plane of sophistication in gaming technology.} It won't come as any surprise that these brawls quickly deteriorate into an all out mess on the ice - the sport is known for this sort of thing.
And brace yourself for the Xbox NHL 10 soundtrack.} Sports video games just need the soundtrack in order to take things to the next level, and luckily, Xbox NHL 10 gives the hardcore gamers what they want. Here's what NHL 10 delivers:} "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. Hearing the stuff presents an further component to the whole thing - you'll claim you are down on the ice, involving yourself in the legitimatething
Another great aspect of NHL 10, the intimidation tactics, give an added layer of realism to the game, just when you thought it couldn't get any better.} Rough up your rival, get up in his grill, and soon enough, you'll rile the spectators. And the viewers in the masses in Xbox NHL 10 are not simply there for ornamentation. The crowd is as enthusiastic as they get.} The audience, like any real audience, gets into the game, applauds when their team scores, jeers when their team is losing - the only thing they don't do is buy overpriced souvenirs. 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.} After getting a good look at Xbox NHL 10, take a gander at the junk your parents were calling a sports video game, way back when.} 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 could not select your favorite team. But here's something you're not going to believe.} This video game cartridge was viewed as one of, if not the, greatest sports video games accessible, at its presentation.} No kidding - that game is what gamers stayed up all night playing in those days.} Gamers thought they had it so good, because at least the players tried to resemble human beings, albeit in a barely recognizable form. 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:} Putting it kindly, your video game predecessors, the ones who couldn't get enough of those old games, were dealing with some primitive stuff here.} Even the next generation of gaming - the 8-bit games -- can't compare to today's Xbox hockey tournaments. If you don't believe us, then check this one out: now you get to select from different teams - six to be exact. And to accept as true that the video game world was assured that the high point of video gaming had reached its destination with this one. If you're not temporarily blinded from viewing that one, get another gander at what NHL 10 has to offer, and once again be thankful for today's 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 in those days, online gaming, alas, was just a pipe dream. All you could do back then was to keep hoping.} You had six teams, irregular 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. A lot of praise has to be offered to EA, who set the bar especially higher for sports video games with their upcoming chapter.} Xbox NHL 10 deserves some sort of gaming award only for the fine points in the team members' facial expressions - they put loads of of modern-day "A-List" stars to disgrace, and certainly the "B-List" actors found on your gal's TV shows. Then there are the fight scenes, which boast a first person perspective that you won't believe.} 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. Having this pair readily available is zero to jeer at, either.} Don't forget, they have quite a resume, between the two of them.} First there's "Clement, Clement, Hand of Cement," Bill Clement, revered NHL All-Star, and member of the ESPN family.} And Clement's co-commentator, ESPN's Gary Thorne, is held in high regard as well.} Hearing these two call the game is a astounding sensation.} 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 video game player has far more bearing on the puck's complete speed, contrasting to the past installments 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.}
Hardcore gamers can, for the first time, battle on the boards, as Xbox NHL 10 presents still more upgrades that will excite the video game world. Now, when you find yourself pinned up against the board while in possession of the puck, you can stifle your rival's attempts to get the puck from you, by kick-passing it to a teammate. Then again, if the tables are turned and you're the one doing the pinning, you'll really give him a run for his money - provided you're the better man on the ice.}
