80
Don’t expect a revolution. Yet, it is a very good episode with a lot of improvements, which will be noticed when playing regularly. Whether it's a better puck shooting model, a more detailed manager mode or arcade gaming in CHEL mode. [Issue#300]
85
In terms of technical achievements, the game is almost flawless. Animations are fluid and natural, without the small stutters from the NHL 19 edition. Nevertheless all the new modes and details are not a revolution or even major changes. [12/2019, p.69]
70
At its core this is still a good hockey game. But it is streamlined too much towards arcade-action while offering basically the same content as last year.
10
The skating is flawless. The passing is precise and so much fun especially when pulling off successful one timers. I highly recommend this hockey game. I feel in complete control of my character. The game is well polished and I love the commentary. The Franchise mode is where this game shines and it is greatly well improved from Past NHL games. Checking and stick lifting are well timed. The game flows like real hockey. The in game presentation is sweet they display career and season point totals. When a player scores 50 goals in a franchise home game the entire building goes ballistic the crowd erupts. I may not buy another hockey game in years this game is so good.
8
A pretty good sports sim limited by precisely what it is, a sports sim. I enjoyed NHL 20, it has plenty of modes, I only dabbled in a couple of them. The constant need to release these games annually is hugely detrimental to them. Developers and gamers need to understand that there is only so much you can do simulating a sport. Maybe its time for these games to take a couple of years off so they can thoroughly refresh. I really enjoyed what I played of it, its easy to play, looks good and the controls are intuitive but its just a repetitive and kinda hollow experience after a while. I had to pick something to remove from my hard-drive and this was purged without a second thought.
0
Same game as year ago. Basically you can still play NHL 17 and have the same fun. Another update for full price. Little improvements. By the way, I still have PS4 for only playing NHL. This year I will probably skip NHL 21. Next year probably there will be "next gen version" for PS5. And I don't wanna buy ps5 for only crap like this! The question is: will we see the PC version some day ever??? Come on EA, for how long?
NHL 20
Released On:
Sep 10, 2019
Metascore
Generally Favorable
77
User score
Generally Unfavorable
4.1
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Sep 15, 2019
90
NHL 20 doesn't try to fix what wasn't broken and instead added new modes, features, and gameplay tweaks to make one of the best sports games on the market even better.
Sep 13, 2019
85
NHL 20 is the best the series has been this console generation. Improving upon the changes made in NHL 19, the game has never felt better. The changes may seem subtle, but they really tighten up the gameplay enough for it to feel better than its predecessors. Besides the distracting scoreboard, the presentation has received the same treatment, truly immersing you in the action on the ice.
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4.1
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Mar 9, 2021
10
The skating is flawless. The passing is precise and so much fun especially when pulling off successful one timers. I highly recommend this hockey game. I feel in complete control of my character. The game is well polished and I love the commentary. The Franchise mode is where this game shines and it is greatly well improved from Past NHL games. Checking and stick lifting are well timed. The game flows like real hockey. The in game presentation is sweet they display career and season point totals. When a player scores 50 goals in a franchise home game the entire building goes ballistic the crowd erupts. I may not buy another hockey game in years this game is so good.
Sep 18, 2019
80
NHL 20 is a nice addition to the NHL franchise, with engaging gameplay and great visuals. The multitude of game modes will keep you occupied, even if several are very similar to one another. It gets as repetitive as the typical sports game, but that can be good or bad depending on your interests.
Sep 13, 2019
79
Depending on the mode you like to play, NHL 20 is a winner or a loser. The on-ice action improves thanks to the reworked shooting system, and the World of Chel arcade modes gain a little more depth. However, the frustrating lack of changes for EASHL and Be A Pro undermine the popular modes.
Sep 22, 2019
70
NHL 20 is a good hockey game that would have been even better if it had more new and brave features. EA is taking the comfortable road again this year, and frankly we're starting to get a little tired of that approach.
Sep 13, 2019
70
NHL 20 isn't a huge update over last year's version, and its graphics continue to lag behind the competition. Still, it brings with it plenty of solid refinements, and its franchise mode continues to stand out as a strength. Returning players may be disappointed by this year's features, but if you're a hockey fan who hasn't picked up the series in a while, I think you'll be pleasantly surprised.
Oct 3, 2019
50
NHL 20 sees Franchise mode take a welcome step forward, while other areas have either remained the same or actually gone backwards. The new commentary makes it clear that different does not mean better, and all the slick new animations in the world can’t hide poor AI. We feel like a broken record saying this, but the NHL series is in sore need of a comprehensive revamp.
Aug 29, 2020
7
solid gameplay, AI needs some improvements and animations could be improved, but overall solid game (i've played consistently since NHL 11 and a majority of the older nhl games, skipped 15 for obvious reasons) this game is way better than a game like 18 and better than 19
Jan 1, 2020
7
i like the game, but its way too much like NHL 19, im pretty new to NHL game so as the years go on, if nothing changes, the game will slowly start to get worse and worse for me, smooth gameplay, but make some changes, these ratings of 3s and 4s are understandable, not worth anything better than an 8
Sep 14, 2019
4
Avoid this game. I’ve put 12 hours into it and I’m going to switch back to playing NHL 19. The new scoreboard is terrible, the new play by play is terrible, and the new franchise mode is terrible. It’s just all around terrible.
Sep 13, 2019
4
Are you serious? Its NHL 19 with another color menu, new useless score line in the bottom of the screen and new voice of commentary. Nothing else. The same ugly menu and interface, same ugly jersey choice and ridiculous camera view after referee stops the game. I am so dissapointed, this is a spit to face of old NHL fans. GTFY EA.
SummaryEA SPORTS NHL 20 introduces cutting-edge gameplay innovation to showcase your skills, more customization to unlock your style, and new modes to compete with friends. RPM Tech-powered gameplay introduces Signature Shots that replicate your favourite NHL players' real-world shot styles. Over 45 new shot animations make every attack a threa... Read More
Rated E +10for Everyone +10
Platforms:
- PlayStation 4
- Xbox One
Initial Release Date:Sep 10, 2019
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