NHL 2003

September 30, 2002 EA Sports EA Sports
Simulator Sport
XBOX NGC PC PS2
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In order to become a superstar in the NHL, you'll need a combination of speed, power, and moves. NHL 2003 gives you the abilities of all the stars and teams of pro hockey, but it's up to you to master them. This time, you have full control of the puck with Dynamic Deke Control and accurate puck physics. The game also features four game modes, including Create-a-Player, enhanced sounds and animations, and dynamic camera work to bring you closer to the NHL action.
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Release Date September 30, 2002
Developer EA Sports
Publisher EA Sports
Game Modes Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Perspective Bird view / Isometric
Themes Non-fiction