Customers regard NHL 21 favorably, particularly praising its impressive graphics and improved gameplay. Many also appreciated the price point and the enhanced "Be a Pro" mode. However, some customers expressed disappointment with the lack of frequent roster updates throughout the season. The game's realism and AI were also noted, though with less frequent commentary.
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Pros mentioned:
Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic!
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
100% fun on the cheap. Authentic NHL rosters. Accurate enough physics. Good gameplay. If you’re a hockey fan, easy to get into this. More of a simulator than my absolute favorite, NHL Hitz 2002, but not a competitor to it anyway. Plenty of options to keep you busy. Just all around good fun.
This review is from NHL 21 - Xbox One
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good game
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
My son loves hockey and loved the game. We have since upgraded to new 23 but it was a great price
This review is from NHL 21 - Xbox One
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Game play, Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Another year, another roster update, love it.
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I've always loved this series. Look, it never has the glitches Madden does and they always seem to throw in features every year that are just a bit different. The roster updates are worth it to me and after this weird season it was cool to play what looked like normal hockey. Always loved the game play. Graphics are great and I don't have any huge complaints. Not even about the poke checks, haha. Fun game every year.
This review is from NHL 21 - Xbox One
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great hockey game
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Good graphics and still fun to play. Would recommend!
This review is from NHL 21 - Xbox One
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Graphics
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
NHL 21
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Good solid game. Good gameplay....Better than some of the previous NHL games....
This review is from NHL 21 - Xbox One
I would recommend this to a friend
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Be a pro, Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great game if you can get it at a discounted price
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I got it primarily to add the game case to my Capitals collection, but the game is very fun. I can't tell much difference from previous years. The be a pro has slightly more depth than before by letting you choose between being a team player or being a superstar. I got on sale over black friday and for that price I'd recommend for sure.
This review is from NHL 21 - Xbox One
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Worth it
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
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This game is really neat. Graphics keep amazing me!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
More realistic
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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The graphics get better every year. The players also are rated close to their actual abilities. The emphasis on fighting is a little much, but I guess the younger generation likes it and one can control the fighting. As I have owned the last 4 or 5 years, the product seems to get better.
This review is from NHL 21 - Xbox One
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
More realistic
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The graphics get better every year. The players also are rated close to their actual abilities. The emphasis on fighting is a little much, but I guess the younger generation likes it and one can control the fighting. As I have owned the last 4 or 5 years, the product seems to get better.
This review is from NHL 21 - Xbox One
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Graphics
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Enjoyable Hockey Game
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
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Hockey is not my cup of tea, but my kids like this game and have fun playing it - graphics are good decent -
This review is from NHL 21 - Xbox One
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
NHL games just keep getting better and better
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Stellar game. The graphics have greatly improved from NHL20 and it's just an all around fun game. It's a great way to also relieve frustration when your favorite team gets whooped or has a bad loss, then you boot this game up and play them and get revenge. This is a game that non hockey fans can get involved with. I played with 2 friends who are soccer fans, that no nothing about hockey, and enjoyed the game play since the rules are similar. They enjoyed being able to throw bodies around and drop the gloves at any moment.
This review is from NHL 21 - Xbox One
I would recommend this to a friend
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Game play, Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
NHL21
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
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Incredible game. EA has done a great job continuing to improve the game play and graphics of their NHL game.
This review is from NHL 21 - Xbox One
I would recommend this to a friend
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Game play, Graphics
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great Hockey Game
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
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Great graphics and great game play. NHL at its finest. Always look forward to the new NHL games. There have been some disappointments in thr oast but they nailed it this time around.
This review is from NHL 21 - Xbox One
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
GR8 Cover.
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
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Ovi is my favorite... havent played chel in a few years. copped this on sale. Enjoying it so far.
This review is from NHL 21 - Xbox One
I would recommend this to a friend
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Game play, Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great EA hockey game
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Graphics are great and game is a lot of fun.
Another great game from EA.
Highly recommend
This review is from NHL 21 - Xbox One
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Game
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great Game. Love playing with with my son during COVID while hockey rinks are shut down
This review is from NHL 21 - Xbox One
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Game play, Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great game
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Game is great. Graphics are realistic. Multiplayer is great too.
This review is from NHL 21 - Xbox One
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Game play, Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nhl21
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
One of the better nhl games in a few years. Love hockey ultimate team and the EASHL.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Game play, Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Penguin fan
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Real life play, great game. Graphics are excellent. EA sports did a great job.
This review is from NHL 21 - Xbox One
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Game play, Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Hockey
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great upgrade from 2020. Good speed and graphics. Good game play options.