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NHL 12

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About This Game

NHL 12 is an ice hockey video game developed by EA Canada and published by EA Sports. The game was released between September 8-13, 2011, in Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and North America. The game was featured in the 2011 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3). Steven Stamkos was announced as the game's cover athlete on June 22, 2011, at the NHL Awards Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. The game notably includes more interactive goalies (i.e. players can have real contact with the goalies and vice versa, and the goalies and skaters may fight each other), better physics engine, improved Be a Pro mode, and the ability to play the 2011 NHL Winter Classic. Like NHL 11, Gary Thorne (play-by-play) and Bill Clement (color) provide commentary for NHL 12.

NHL 12 Cover Art

,NHL 12, Cover Art
4(5 reviews)

Companies

  • Developer:

    EA Canada

  • Publisher:

    EA Sports

Franchise Info

  • Series:

    NHL

  • Collection:

    NHL

Release Dates per platform

  • PlayStation 3:

    Sep 07, 2011

  • Xbox 360:

    Sep 08, 2011

Age Rating

EU
EU rating system
US & CA
US & CA rating system

Frequently Asked Questions

It introduces a new physics engine with realistic puck movement, interactive goalies you can collide with, and enhanced collision checks—creating a more authentic on-ice experience.
It includes Season, Playoffs, Be a Pro, Be a GM, EA Sports Hockey League, Hockey Ultimate Team with card-based play, Legends mode featuring historic players, and Winter Classic outdoor matches.
The game delivers strong visuals for its time, with broadcast-style presentation and clear animations. Commentary by Gary Thorne and Bill Clement remains solid, though occasionally repetitive.
Some minor issues occur, such as occasional AI quirks, stiff defensive play, rare slowdowns during crowded scrums, and the Be a Legend/Legends mode criticized as shallow despite good concept.
Yes—it's one of the most refined in the series, offering realistic simulation, deep mode variety, and faithful 2011 rosters. Ideal for fans of simulation-style hockey; casual players may prefer newer UI or faster-paced alternatives.

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