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ESPN NHL Hockey

ESPN NHL Hockey

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(Playstation 2 - US, Sports)

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Developed_By:

Kush Games Inc.

Published_By:

Sega

Released On:

09 Sep 2003

Also available on:

ESPN Hockey is a sports game that was released for the Playstation 2 console in September 2003. The game follows the story of two rival teams, the New York Rangers and the Montreal Canadiens, as they compete against each other in an intense hockey match.

The gameplay of ESPN Hockey features fast-paced action and realistic player movements, allowing players to control their favourite NHL teams with precision. With a variety of game modes, including exhibition matches and season-long tournaments, there's something for every type of gamer.

UPC-A:

010086630428 (United States)

ASIN:

B0000ACP8V (United States)

Sony PN:

SLUS-20728 (United States)

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Media Type:

DVD-ROM

Microphones Supported:

USB Headset

Save Game Methods:

External Storage

Number of Online Players:

2-8 Players

Multiplayer Options:

Same/Split-Screen

Number of Offline Players:

1-2 Players

Additional Hardware Supported:

Multitap

Input Device Features Supported:

Vibration

Input Devices Supported/Optional:

Microphone

Number of Offline Players via Multitap:

1-8 Players

Multiplayer Game Modes:

Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS), Team

Controller Types Supported:

Analog Controller, Digital Controller

Miscellaneous Attributes:

Modem Compatible, Ethernet Compatible, Network Adaptor, Pressure/Touch Sensitive

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Extracted from the original game manual

This is a realistic hockey simulation game where players experience the thrill of NHL action. You'll compete in games, achieve milestones, and unlock features while enjoying enhanced graphics, commentary, and online play.

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Introduction

ESPN NHL Hockey is more than just the game of hockey. It's about taking on anyone, anytime, anywhere. It's about feeling the impact of a precision hit and splitting the defense with a skilled skater.

It's the battle for the puck and the glory of burying it in the back of the net. It's achieving milestones and setting the standard for others to follow. It is everything you'd want in a hockey game and nothing you'd expect. ESPN NHL Hockey - true to the NHL.

New Features

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Groundbreaking Graphics Engine

Pushing the hardware to new limits, player models and faces, environmental effects, arenas, cut-scenes, uniforms, and more are meticulously detailed, raising realism to a new level.

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Top-Notch Commentary

A superstar booth features the best in the business, as ESPN's Gary Thorne and Bill Clement deliver smart play-by-play and color commentary with convincing situational analysis and true ESPN flavor.

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The Skybox

Admire as you acquire; unlock in-game features and customize your skybox with items that are earned by surpassing current NHL records and achieving other in-game milestones.

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Got Skills?

Put your skills to the test against the NHL's best as you compete for the title in all of the NHL's All-Star skills challenges.

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Mini-Games Galore

Plenty of extras to keep you busy outside of the traditional game, including "Mini-Rink," a fast-paced 2 on 2 intense hockey experience, Pond Hockey, and enhanced skills events.

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Know Your History

Honoring the tradition and heritage of the NHL, playable historic teams and vintage jerseys let you indulge in some of the most legendary eras in the sport of hockey.

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Online Play

Hook it up and experience epic battles online with seamless gameplay for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system with voice chat and more!

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How to Play

GETTING STARTED

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MEMORY CARD slot 2

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MEMORY CARD slot 1

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disc tray

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RESET button

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USB connector

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S400 i.LINK connector

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controller port 1

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controller port 2

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(OPEN) button

Set up your PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system according to the instructions in its Instruction Manual. Make sure the MAIN POWER switch (located on the back of the console) is turned on.

Press the RESET button. When the power indicator lights up, press the open button and the disc tray will open. Place the ESPN NHL® Hockey disc on the disc tray with the label side facing up.

Press the open button again and the disc tray will close. Attach game controllers and other peripherals, as appropriate. Follow on-screen instructions and refer to this manual for information on using the software.

NETWORK PLAY

Select Network Play from the Main Menu to experience a whole new level of competition with ESPN NHL Hockey online!

Creating a Network Configuration

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On the Network Configurations Screen, select CONFIG MANAGER.

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On the Network Setting Screen, select ADD SETTING.

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Follow onscreen instructions.

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Press the ✖ button when complete to save your settings.

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On the Confirm Overlay, to test your connection, highlight YES and press the ✖ button.

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Press the Circle button to restart the game.

Logging On

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On the Network Configurations Screen, select a saved Internet service provider setting and press the ✖ button to log on.

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If you've already created a User Account, enter your User Name and Password and press the START button to advance. (If not, see Creating a New Account below).

Creating a New Account

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On the Online Authentication Screen, select NEW ACCOUNT.

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On the Create Account Screen, enter account information using the Virtual Keyboard.

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Press the START button to advance.

ONLINE MENU

Play

On the Online Lobbies Screen, you select the game lobby you wish to enter.

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Press the R1 or L1 button to cycle forward or backward through the available modes (Exhibition, Amateur, Rookie, Pro, All-Star, Hall of Famer, Mini-Rink, and Skills).

To set your game options, first select Options from the Online Menu.

Exhibition

Select Exhibition to play an unranked game.

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Highlight a user and press the button. An overlay will appear.

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Select CHALLENGE. If the user accepts, the Team Select Screen will appear.

In the Team Select Screen, and thereafter in gameplay, if you and your competitor each own a USB headset, you can talk to one another as you play. Voice chat is not supported on dial-up modem connections.

Amateur, Rookie, Pro, All-Star, and Hall of Famer

These lobbies work the same as the Exhibition lobby. However, wins and losses in these lobbies count towards the Leader Boards. Also, the lobby you select will determine the game's difficulty setting.

Mini-Rink

Mini-Rink is a fast-paced outdoor game with two skaters on each side.

Skills

Challenge another player to a sequence of tests to see whose skills are the best. The cumulative score from the six events is compiled to arrive at the overall winner.

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1 on 1: Each starting skater on each team gets two chances to score on the opposing goalie. The team with the most goals wins.

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Hardest Shot: Fire the puck into an empty net as hard as you can. Each starting player gets two shots.

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Breakaway Relay: Just like 1 on 1, except that after shooting, each player has to skate back to the blue line to let the next player go.

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Accuracy: 4 targets, 9 pucks, and 25 seconds per player. Break the targets as quickly as you can, using the least amount of pucks that you can.

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Puck Control: Navigate the cones as quickly as possible without losing control of the puck.

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Fastest Skater: Try to get the fastest overall time skating around the rink. Each starting skater gets a chance.

Latest News

The Latest News Screen gives you all the latest news pertaining to ESPN Hockey Online.

Leader Boards

The Online Leader Board Screen displays the online player rankings for each mode except Exhibition.

Downloads

The Roster Downloads Screen allows you to download the latest NHL rosters, making it quick and easy to keep ESPN NHL Hockey current with trades and other roster movement.

Options

The Game Settings Screen allows you to set the game options for the games that you create.

Sign Out

Select Sign Out to log off from the network.

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Controls

left analog stick

Move skater

right analog stick

Total Control Dekes

directional button UP

Switch forward lines

directional button DOWN

Switch defensive lines

directional button LEFT or RIGHT

Change strategies

directional button + R1 button LEFT

Decrease aggression level

directional button + R1 button RIGHT

Increase aggression level

R1 button

Speed burst

✖ button

Pass

● button

Protect puck

■ button

Snap shot / Press and hold for a slap shot

▲ button

Dump

▲ button + L1 button

Hold to deke / Release to shoot

START button

Pause game

✖ button + L1 button

Flip pass

● button + L1 button

Hold to deke / Release to shoot

■ button + L1 button

Slap shot

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Tips & Maps

Total Control Dekes

This new feature allows you to perform 7 special moves with the right analog stick, including short dekes, long dekes, side-steps, and full stops, depending on the direction of the stick.

One Timer

A one-timer is when an offensive skater catches and shoots the puck in one quick motion, making it easier to score. To perform it, press the shoot button immediately after passing or before receiving the puck.

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