NHL 2K3
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(Gamecube - US, Sports)
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$19.95
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Developed by:
Activision
Published by:
Sega
Released On:
11 Dec 2002
Also available on:
National Hockey League 2K3 brings the thrill of professional hockey to your living room with a unique blend of realism and excitement. The game's partnership with ESPN has resulted in an immersive experience that combines stunning graphics, smooth gameplay, and a deep Franchise mode.
Get ready to take on the role of a hockey general manager, coach, scout, and player. Negotiate contracts, make trades, and draft rookies to build your team from scratch. With complete control over every aspect of your franchise, you'll need to balance talent acquisition, roster management, and in-game strategy to succeed.
Step onto the ice with a wealth of options at your disposal. Anchor lines with key players, rotate your lineup to exploit weaknesses, and outmaneuver your opponents to gain an edge. The game's AI system ensures that every match is unpredictable and action-packed, making for thrilling head-to-head competition.
Take your hockey skills online with XBox System Link or XBox Live connectivity. Engage in competitive matches against players from anywhere in the world, using the headset to taunt or compliment your opponents without interruption. The rush of adrenaline will keep you coming back for more.
The game features rosters from the 2002-03 season, ensuring that you're playing with the most authentic and up-to-date teams and players.
UPC-A:
010086610208 (United States)
eBay Product ID:
214746340 (United States)
ASIN:
B00006IKBI (United States)
Nintendo Media PN:
DL-DOL-G2KE-USA (United States)
Part #:
DOL-G2KE-USA (USA)
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Sound Capabilities:
Dolby Surround
Multiplayer Options:
Same/Split-Screen
Number of Offline Players:
1-4 Players
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
Tips & Maps
C Stick
Controls various in-game actions, including offensive and defensive line adjustments.
+ Control Pad Down
Selects the next defensive line.
+ Control Pad Up
Selects the next offensive line.
+ Control Pad Right + R Button
Adjusts the defensive line to be more aggressive or selects the previous defensive line.
+ Control Pad Left + R Button
Adjusts the defensive line to be less aggressive or selects the previous offensive line.
+ Control Pad Right
Selects the next play.
+ Control Pad Left
Selects the previous play.
START
Pauses the game and brings up the Pause Menu.
+ Control Pad Alternate
This entry is incomplete and cannot be fully described from the provided text.
Zone
A conservative defensive strategy where the zone is divided into five areas, asking defensemen to outplay the opposition in 1-on-1 situations.
SEGA SPORTS TIP: Check Please.
Check hard and often to keep opponents on the ice, closing off passing lanes and disrupting their attack rhythm.
Box Plus 1
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.
SEGA SPORTS TIP: Keep your Lines Fresh
Cycle lines effectively by dumping the puck into the offensive zone and switching players out to maximize team success and prevent fatigue.
ROSTERS
From this menu, you can make adjustments to your team, including selecting captains and changing player statuses like Dressed, Injured/Res, Minors, or Scratched.
Dressed
A player status indicating the player is available to play in the next game.
Injured/Res
A player status indicating the player is hurt and unavailable to play.
Minors
A player status indicating the player has been sent down to the minors.
Scratched
A player status indicating the player is available to the team but cannot play in the current game.
PAUSE MENU
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.
Replay
An option in the Pause Menu to watch the last play from any spot on the ice.
Options
An option in the Pause Menu to tweak the game by adjusting rules and settings, including camera-view.
Stats
An option in the Pause Menu to break down the game with numbers, shots, saves, hits, and more.
Choose Sides
An option in the Pause Menu to switch control to either team at any time.
Edit Lines
An option in the Pause Menu to select which players appear on which lines on the ice for total control of your team.
Time-Out
An option in the Pause Menu to call a time-out, providing a stamina boost for your team.
Pull Goalie
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.
Exit Game
An option in the Pause Menu to leave the game and return to the main menu, with a confirmation prompt.
How to Play
The Playoffs
The playoffs are available in Season, Franchise, and Playoff modes. At the end of the regular season, sixteen teams remain. Three seven-game series stand between you and the Stanley Cup.
The cup isn't the only prize. The following trophies are awarded to individuals and teams who have excelled in various categories.
Trophies
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Stanley Cup: Awarded to the team that wins the Stanley Cup Finals.
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Clarence S. Campbell: Awarded to the team that wins the Western Conference Finals.
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Prince of Wales: Awarded to the team that wins the Eastern Conference Finals.
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Presidents': Awarded to the team that earned the best record over the course of the regular season.
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Art Ross: Awarded to the individual with the most points over the course of the season.
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Hart Memorial: Awarded to the MVP as selected by the Professional Hockey Writers Association (PHWA).
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James Norris Memorial: Awarded to the best Defenseman as selected by the PHWA.
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Lady Byng Memorial: Awarded to the individual who demonstrates sportsmanship, gentlemanly conduct, and overall gameplay combined.
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Calder Memorial: Awarded to the best Rookie as selected by the PHWA.
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Conn Smythe: Awarded to the Playoff MVP as selected by the PHWA.
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Vezina: Awarded to the best Goalie as selected by the General Managers of the league.
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William M. Jennings: Awarded to the player(s) with the lowest Goals Against Average.
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Frank J. Selke: Awarded to the best defensive Forward as selected by the PHWA.
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Lester B. Pearson: Awarded to the MVP as selected by the National Hockey League Players Association (NHLPA).
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Maurice 'Rocket' Richard: Awarded to the league leader in Goals Scored.
Trading Players
During Season and Franchise mode, you can trade players. Go to Rosters / Lines and select Trade Players to make adjustments to your team.
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Use the Control Stick or + Control Pad to find the player you want to trade.
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Press the A Button to select him (a check will appear in the box).
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Use the C Stick to change between your team and the team you want to trade to.
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Use the A Button to select the player(s) you want to trade for.
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Press START to make the trade.
Season Menu
Once you've picked your team, you will navigate the following selections in the season menu.
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Play / Schedule: Use + Control Pad / Control Stick to scroll the calendar. Press the A Button to simulate all games up to and including the highlighted game, or press START to play the game. The game will ask for verification.
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Roster / Lines: From this menu, you can view the roster, edit your lines, edit the team, trade players, and pick up free agents.
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Standings: Check out the league leaders in a variety of categories.
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News: Find out about trades and player injuries.
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Awards: Keep track of the award winners for the past decade.
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Load / Save: At the Saving and Loading screen, you can save your settings and rosters or access the Load screen to resume any saved games.
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Options: Change your game options.
Coaching Strategies
NHL 2K3 allows you to control your team's offensive and defensive style.
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To increase aggressiveness, press the + Control Pad left.
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To play a more conservative style and protect a lead, press the + Control Pad right.
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+ Control Pad Left + R Button . . . . More Aggressive
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+ Control Pad Right + R Button . . . . Less Aggressive
Line Changes
Forwards and defensemen are broken into units called lines. Teams have specific lines for different situations, such as power plays, penalty kills, strong defense, and strong offense.
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Use the controls below to get new players onto the ice. Avoid calling for a line change when the other team is attacking your goal.
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You can adjust your lines via the Rosters / Lines menu to create the best scoring and defensive setups.
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+ Control Pad Up . . . . . . . . . Next Offensive Line
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+ Control Pad Down. . . . . . . . . Next Defensive Line
Replay Controls
To view a replay, bring up the Replay feature from the pause menu. Follow the on-screen controls to change the angle, zoom in, or zoom out.
While moving the aim indicator, you can "lock on" to any player to follow them throughout the entire replay. Simply move the aim indicator directly on top of the target you wish to track.
Pause Options
You can select Options from the Main Menu to make adjustments. There are slight variations between game modes.
General Options
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Skill Level: How tough will the competition be? Amateur, Pro, All Star, or Hall of Famer.
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Game Speed: Slow down or speed up the action with this slider.
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Period Length: Choose from 1 to 20 minutes of period play.
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Penalties: Move the slider left or right to adjust the frequency of penalty calling.
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Fighting: Use the slider to determine the frequency of fisticuffs.
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Injuries: Toggle injuries on or off.
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Offsides: Toggle Offsides penalty on or off.
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Icing: Change between International, NHL, Auto, or off.
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