NHL 23

About

NHL 23 is the 32nd iteration of EA Sports' hockey franchise. It features real-time skating physics and team-based tactics. You control players during matches with button combinations for passes shots and checks. Modes include solo challenges online head-to-head and shared-screen co-op. The core loop emphasizes quick stick handling and defensive positioning. The game adds minor tweaks to gameplay systems from recent years. It supports cross-generation play across PS4 PS5 Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. Community feedback notes smoother animations but little else has changed. Released in October 2022 it appeals to returning players looking for familiar mechanics with polished visuals.