New Arcade-Inspired NHL® THREES Mode Brings
3-on-3 Fun Back to the Couch With More Ways to Play Co-op or Competitive
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Today Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) launched EA SPORTS™ NHL®
18, delivering an authentic, fun and fast-paced hockey experience
where the ice is a playground. Featuring new Creative Attack controls,
an all-new Defensive Skill Stick, Creative A.I. and a brand-new 3-on-3
gameplay experience, NHL® 18 captures
the skill and creativity displayed by today's young superstars. On top
of that, players can do it all with the most co-op and competitive
multiplayer options ever delivered in an EA SPORTS NHL® game.
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Experience the Speed, Skill and Creativity of Today's Young Stars in EA SPORTS NHL 18, Available Now Worldwide (Graphic: Business Wire)
With the introduction of the NHL® THREES
mode, NHL® 18 now offers over-the-top
3-on-3 hockey action complete with unique arenas and new commentary. The
arcade-inspired mode features faster gameplay, bigger hits and
high-scoring action that can be experienced through both couch co-op and
fully competitive online team play. Featuring a new NHL®
THREES Campaign Mode that can be offline or in co-op with a friend,
players compete against different teams and leagues in a circuit-style
journey, where they can unlock objective-based rewards as they progress
through the campaign.
"There's a generational shift happening in the NHL right now where
younger players like Connor McDavid are bringing more speed, skill and
creativity to the game than we've ever seen before," said Sean
Ramjagsingh, Sr. Producer, NHL® 18.
"We're so excited to bring that to life in NHL 18 with features
that reflect that new NHL® like insane skill moves and
faster, 3-on-3 hockey."
Gameplay in NHL® 18 has never looked so
good, with new Creative Attack moves, which gives players the control to
execute jaw-dropping plays. On offense, creative dekes include
between-the-legs moves, one-handed dekes, and the ability to branch
moves together for quick play-by-play decision making. On defense, the
Defensive Skill Stick gives players full control of their stick to take
away passing lanes, deflect shots and poke the puck away. The tool
allows players to counter attacks with poke check targeting, extended
poles, and controlled stick sweeps to cover zones of the ice.
NHL® 18 has also expanded on the popular
Franchise Mode, to include a new Expansion Draft feature that lets
players reshape the entire NHL by adding and drafting a 32nd
team. Through the Expansion Draft, players can run an authentic draft
experience to build a dynamic roster as well as take on the front office
role to manage the team, the business and the games. Start with a
hometown for the 32nd team from cities across North America
and Europe, then use the Creation Zone to choose an arena, design a
uniform and a logo, and for the first time ever - design their very own
custom mascot. Players can also use NHL Expansion Draft™ to experience
the Las Vegas Knights™ first, complete with authentic rosters, uniforms
and logos.
Finally, NHL® 18 introduces more ways to
team up and compete in multiplayer than ever before. Featuring over 64
different combinations of multiplayer gameplay - including the ability
to create a team of local couch players combined with online players
from their own console - no other EA SPORTS game lets you team up and
play with your friends like NHL® 18.
NHL® 18 is developed by EA Vancouver and
is available now worldwide for Xbox One and PlayStation®4. To
learn more about NHL® 18, visit www.easports.com/nhl/.
Visit www.easports.com/nhl/buy
for more information on purchase offers and to buy NHL®
18.
About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA) is a global leader in digital interactive
entertainment. The Company develops and delivers games, content and
online services for Internet-connected consoles, mobile devices and
personal computers. EA has more than 300 million registered players
around the world.
In fiscal year 2017, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $4.8 billion.
Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA is recognized for a
portfolio of critically acclaimed, high-quality brands such as The
Sims™, Madden NFL, EA SPORTS™ FIFA, Battlefield™, Need for Speed™,
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