NHL 2K3

Controls various in-game actions, including offensive and defensive line adjustments.

Selects the next defensive line.

Selects the next offensive line.

Adjusts the defensive line to be more aggressive or selects the previous defensive line.

Adjusts the defensive line to be less aggressive or selects the previous offensive line.

Selects the next play.

Selects the previous play.

Pauses the game and brings up the Pause Menu.

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A conservative defensive strategy where the zone is divided into five areas, asking defensemen to outplay the opposition in 1-on-1 situations.

Check hard and often to keep opponents on the ice, closing off passing lanes and disrupting their attack rhythm.

A forceful and balanced defensive system where two wings and defensemen form a box to keep the opposition's unit outside, with the center helping other players.

Cycle lines effectively by dumping the puck into the offensive zone and switching players out to maximize team success and prevent fatigue.

From this menu, you can make adjustments to your team, including selecting captains and changing player statuses like Dressed, Injured/Res, Minors, or Scratched.

A player status indicating the player is available to play in the next game.

A player status indicating the player is hurt and unavailable to play.

A player status indicating the player has been sent down to the minors.

A player status indicating the player is available to the team but cannot play in the current game.

Accessed by pressing START during the game, offering options such as Replay, Options, Stats, Choose Sides, Edit Lines, Time-Out, Pull Goalie, and Exit Game.

An option in the Pause Menu to watch the last play from any spot on the ice.

An option in the Pause Menu to tweak the game by adjusting rules and settings, including camera-view.

An option in the Pause Menu to break down the game with numbers, shots, saves, hits, and more.

An option in the Pause Menu to switch control to either team at any time.

An option in the Pause Menu to select which players appear on which lines on the ice for total control of your team.

An option in the Pause Menu to call a time-out, providing a stamina boost for your team.

An option in the Pause Menu to remove your goalie for an extra skater, useful when down a goal towards the end of the game.

An option in the Pause Menu to leave the game and return to the main menu, with a confirmation prompt.