Gretzky NHL 2005
Publisher: SCEA
Publisher 2: 989 Sports
Developer: Page 44 Studios
# of Players: 1-2
Category: Sports
Release Dates
N Amer - 11/09/2004
- Also available on:
- PSP
GameZone's Review
7.4
GZ Rating
| Gameplay | 7.4 |
| Graphics | 8 |
| Sound | 8.4 |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Concept | 8.2 |
| Multiplayer | 7.8 |
| Overall | 7.4 |
Reviewer: Michael Lafferty
Review Date: 11/03/2004
Gretzky NHL 2005 has a ways to go before it is a Cup contender, but it is off to a decent start
6.7
Description
989 Sports takes the ice this fall with a line change that includes an all-new franchise, cover athlete and spokesman, and new developer, Page 44 Studios. Officially licensed by the NHL and NHLPA, Gretzky™ NHL® 2005 features fast-paced skating, precision passing, bone-jarring checks and players with that convey the power and emotion of their sport. To challenge the skill levels of all hockey videogame fans, Gretzky NHL 2005 offers the Gretzky Challenge with unlockable, playable Gretzkys from his days as an Edmonton Oiler, Los Angeles King or New York Ranger. Additionally, there are an extensive list of gameplay modes including Tournament Mode with customizable tournaments, Franchise Mode where gamers act as owners, Online Mode with downloadable roster updates and Rivalry Mode, which sets the stage to revisit the ultimate heated match-up time after time. For gamers seeking their chance to truly get in the game, Gretzky NHL 2005 features EyeToy™ functionality, which allows gamers to put their face into the game and become an NHL player. By combining authentic gameplay, intuitive play controls and an enhanced presentation with the fast, fluid, hard-hitting intensity of arcade style play, Gretzky NHL 2005 delivers the look, feel and passion of hockey and provides gamers with a true-to-life simulation.
Features
1-2 players (up to 8 with MultiTap)
Hardware Requirements
DUALSHOCK®2 analog controller, Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation 2), MultiTap (for PlayStation 2), EyeToy™ (for PlayStation 2), USB Headset (for PlayStation 2)
