NHL 2K9

NHL 2K9 offers unprecedented control over hockey, with Superstar Moves allowing players to perform advanced techniques like through-the-legs shots and one-hand reaches, depending on their Agility and Puck Handling ratings.

Hold down the L1 button to skate backwards with the puck, facing the net, and release to exit this mode after a short period, allowing access to pass and shoot controls.

Monitor players' fatigue meters to determine who has the most energy late in the game, enabling line adjustments for better late-game performance.

Using the right analog stick, players can stick handle left and right, take a wrist shot by moving it up, or a slap shot by moving it down then up.

Press the R2 button to have your player kneel or slide to block shots, passes through the slot, and long passes from offensive players.

Perform moves like hooking, slashing, spearing, and elbowing by moving the right analog stick toward an opposing skater, but use them sparingly to avoid penalties.