Feel the tension as you speed your way down the rink, your blades cutting powerfully into the ice. Your teammate passes, and now the puck is in your control, your hands skillfully wielding your stick as you weave and muscle your way past your opponents. Just ahead, the goal awaits. The goalie moves into place, positioning himself ideally to block your shot. With one well-aimed swing, you send the puck flying. Will the goalie be able to repel your attempt, or will this be the goal that sets your team on a path to victory?
NHL 2K9 swings into action with all the playing, scoring and fighting action you expect from the NHL. Wield your Wii Remote as a hockey stick and feel like you're truly on the rink with the other players. Whether you're flicking the Remote to execute a wrist shot or swinging it to land a well-deserved on-ice punch, NHL 2K9 for the Wii immerses you in the game with every gesture. Blast shots, tend goal and pass to teammates with awesome power and precision. With authentic hockey gameplay, incredible on-ice showdowns and exciting features such as Franchise mode and pond hockey, NHL 2K9 delivers a hat trick of hockey fun.