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This tongue-in-cheek offshoot of EA's core NHL sim is a smooth zamboni ride that mixes goofy gameplay with razor-sharp control, just as "NBA Jam" did when it pioneered this genre over 15 years ago. [Mar 2009, p.83]
60
NHL 3 on 3 Arcade can be fun in the right hands, albeit in very short bursts, but hardcore hockey fanatics aren’t likely to enjoy this simplistic title very much.
86
Varying levels of seriousness in the users that gather to play 3 on 3 NHL Arcade in ranked or unranked online matches creates a fresh, party-style atmosphere that works within the confines of XBLA.
2
Historia: 0/0 Sonido: 4/10 Jugabilidad: 1/10 Graficos: 6/10 Duración: 0/10 Total: 2.7
10
When you first look at it, 3 on 3 NHL Arcade looks like a cheap spin-off hockey game to forget. But within 10 minutes of playing, you'll be screaming and laughing as you check your friends, collect quirky powerups with hilarious sound effects, and score insane trick goals. It's really a shame that this game is delisted now. If you can somehow get your hands on this game, PLAY IT.
8
This is a really fun game to play with friends. It's so simple yet so good. It doesn't cost much to pick up and if you own an Xbox 360 then you're missing out if you don't have this.
3 on 3 NHL Arcade
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Feb 11, 2009
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Varying levels of seriousness in the users that gather to play 3 on 3 NHL Arcade in ranked or unranked online matches creates a fresh, party-style atmosphere that works within the confines of XBLA.
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If you're looking for something a little bit different from Live Arcade, 3 on 3 NHL Arcade is an addictive and seriously fun title that definitely deserves some attention. [Issue#44, p.98]
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Jun 15, 2021
10
When you first look at it, 3 on 3 NHL Arcade looks like a cheap spin-off hockey game to forget. But within 10 minutes of playing, you'll be screaming and laughing as you check your friends, collect quirky powerups with hilarious sound effects, and score insane trick goals. It's really a shame that this game is delisted now. If you can somehow get your hands on this game, PLAY IT.
Oct 25, 2011
10
I made this account just to express my views on this game. It is amazing! Every time I play 3 on 3 with friends we laugh the whole way through, until I win. It is the most consistent fun I have ever had with a game and 3 on 3 has stood the test of time. I don't no what compelled me to buy a hockey game, but I'm glad I did.
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Hardcore hockey fans might find NHL Arcade too simple, with its lack of official teams, arenas or any kind of tournament mode. However, it's loads of fun against friends, online or off.
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Decent, but no especially visually appealing [May 2009, p.105]
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NHL 3 on 3 Arcade can be fun in the right hands, albeit in very short bursts, but hardcore hockey fanatics aren’t likely to enjoy this simplistic title very much.
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NHL Arcade falls short in too many areas to be highly recommended. Unless you're a diehard hockey fanatic you can pass up this title. It's a shame too, we needed a good hockey arcade title for PSN/XBLA, but we haven't gotten it yet.
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3 on 3 NHL Arcade is a game to avoid. Despite of the funny gameplay, the cost of the game isn’t proportional to the global offer, which is composed by a single game mode, and “Blue Vs. Red” option will soon run out of interest.
Mar 28, 2017
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This is a really fun game to play with friends. It's so simple yet so good. It doesn't cost much to pick up and if you own an Xbox 360 then you're missing out if you don't have this.
Jan 11, 2012
8
Even though I'm not very good at the game it has almost endless replay value. The only problem is that online opponents ALWAYS try to hit your player every second of the game.
Sep 11, 2010
8
Great arcade game only for 10 is good i got on the dotw for 400 and i love it i play it online all the time and a lot play online too.
Feb 21, 2011
7
Overall I actually like the game and am satisfied with the purchase (unlike my NBA JAM purchase from EA and 50+ bucks for that 500mb game, ahah). While this 3 on 3 Hockey game doesn't measure up with NHL 11 or anything, it's supposed to be a "break" from our more realistic style "sim" sport games. The graphics are crisp, and more importantly the game runs very smooth (good programming and game engine). OVERA If you were a Wayne Gretzky Nintendo64 gamer like I was, you will really like this game... and will continue to think it's possible they just ported that n64 game or emulated it and now sell it, haha, which is obviously a stupid thought. It's 3 on 3 fast break'ish hockey, with simple gameplay that isn't too simple. I am a very tough grader, and no game ever gets a 10/10 from me because nothing is perfect to me, haha. 7/10 from me is like an 8.,,, game is a blast to play with old friends you used to play Gretzky 64 with, Or, just get NHL 11 by EA,... I just got it and it rocks! (I feel bad for hating on EA for getting owned by 2k in the "Basketball" department.
May 2, 2022
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Historia: 0/0 Sonido: 4/10 Jugabilidad: 1/10 Graficos: 6/10 Duración: 0/10 Total: 2.7
Summary[Playstation Network] With fast paced action, crushing hits and loads of room to experiment, 3 on 3 NHL Arcade promises to have gamers from all walks of life excited about hockey. With no rules to hinder the action, deliver devastating checks that send your opponent over the boards and watch as he has to skate back onto the ice. If the ... Read More
Rated Efor Everyone
Platforms:
- PlayStation 3
- Xbox 360
Initial Release Date:Feb 11, 2009
Developer:
- EA Canada
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