![]() ![]() Similar to FIFA and Madden, NHL 22 will include a Dual Entitlement system, meaning PS4 and Xbox One owners who pre-order the more expensive "X-Factor Edition" will be able to update to the newer consoles for free. "We took a really long, hard look at this feature, knowing that we'd have to prioritize the move to Frostbite," Kwong says, saying that the feature is "on the list of long-term projects" and that "we know the community is asking for it."Īs for the previous generation version, Kwong says that there will be "full feature parity" between the last generation and current generation versions, with the Xbox One and PS4 version also moving to the Frostbite Engine. However, NHL will not include GM Connected, the online league system that was cut in the move to the PS4 and Xbox One. Not much else was revealed about franchise mode and Be a Pro save that they will include more scenarios and support for the Seattle Kraken, but that more info will shared soon. Kwong also revealed that World of Chel - NHL's casual-focused outdoor mode - is NHL's most-played feature, and NHL 22 would feature an "always-on dressing room" to make it easier to gather with friends. No three stars or players walking down the tunnel, but the NHL development team will consider those improvements as they "continue to expand on visuals year over year." Outside of Zone abilities and the move to the Frostbite Engine, NHL 22 will be updating the presentation, introducing AR elements that are intended to be eye-catching while keeping the game flowing. Kwong says that the top 50 NHL players wlil have a Zone ability, including goalies. They will go a long way toward differentiating the stars from the scrubs - a recurring problem for NHL over the years. X-Factors were well-received when they were introduced in Madden 20, and EA is hoping some of that shine rubs off on NHL as well. ![]() When Matthews meets the prerequisites for activating his "Zone" ability, he will be get access to perks like Shock & Awe, which can give him "exceptional power and accuracy shooting out of a deke." Superstar players also have access to secondary abilities that impact puck pickups and deflections. They represent special abilities granted to superstars like Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews, who will also grace this year's cover. Madden fans know X-Factors well, as they've been a gameplay staple for a couple years now. NHL 22's gameplay changes will mostly be down to X-Factors, which are the other new feature being introduced for this version. There will also be animation improvements across the board, though they won't be specifically tied to the capabilities of the Frostbite Engine. Update: An NHL representative clarified that there will be new animations introduced to NHL 22 thanks to the new X-Factor system. I would expect now that we're on the Frostbite Engine now, we want to really drive that immersion and build on what we have." "But in terms of overall gameplay animation, that hasn't really changed yet. those are all new features specific to the PS5 and Xbox Series X," Kwong says. "One thing that we didn't show was procedural awareness: so eye tracking, being aware of where the puck is, facial animation. The character models are also being redone, which should be a relief to a fans tired of the caveman-like players populating many of the teams.īut while there will be enhancements across the board to the actual visuals, don't expect big improvements to the animation or player interactions. In moving to the Frostbite Engine, the NHL team is rebuilding all of the arenas around the new lighting engine, allowing for enhanced particle and visual effects on the ice and elsewhere. ![]() So we've really had an eye on the lessons that we learned from the previous generation transition and falling into that trap." He continues, "We want to prioritize not losing feature and being able to add features. "Fortunately for us, even during work from home, Frostbite has been a multi-year project we've been integrating it very smoothly." " had big challenges going into Frostbite," Kwong says.
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