The Adrenaline Vault: NHL 2K9 Wii Review

The Adrenaline Vault writes: "nhl1a NHL 2K9 Wii reviewWith its unique ability to offer players more control of their onscreen avatars, thus further selling the illusion that they’re in the game, the Wii has been a prime destination for sports titles. This is the system which was arguably sold based on the strength of its packed-in, sports-themed minigame compilation Wii Sports, and with that thirst satisfied, gamers have looked to continually quench it with new experiences. One sport that has sat on the sidelines to date is ice hockey, which would seem to be a shoe-in for the Wiimote’s ability to properly mimic a hockey stick. Skating to the rescue is Visual Concepts’ new release, NHL 2K9, the first official hockey title for Nintendo’s juggernaut.

Fans of the NHL 2K series will find that this latest installment keeps the core gameplay intact while providing some new features and enhancements. The game includes many of the modes that contemporary gamers come to expect in a sports title, including Full Season and Franchise. In addition, there are separate Shootout and Practice options that players can use to hone their skills before attacking the AI or a live opponent. The game does not feature online multiplayer, but there is support for four-person local co-op play."