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NHL 15 game update information

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NHL 15 game update information

A new content update has been released for NHL 15 on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 and is now available for download. This update includes: 

Presentation

  • CCM Extreme Flex 2 equipment set added.
  • Updates to goalie masks including new designs for Edmonton and LA.
  • Added St. Louis Blues Home and Away uniforms.
  • Added Philadelphia Flyers Alternate uniform.
  • Added Tampa Bay Lightning Alternate uniform.
  • Added Pittsburgh Penguins Alternate uniform.
  • Added Sarnia Sting Alternate uniform.
  • Added Boisbriand Blainville Armada Alternate uniform.
  • Added Moose Jaw Warriors Alternate uniform.
  • Added Red Deer Rebels Alternate uniform.
  • Updated SV71 Home and Away uniforms.
  • Updated Djurgarden Home and Away uniforms.
  • Updated MODO Home and Away uniforms.



Online Fixes

  • Fixed issue where game did not display Online IDs of users who could engage in voice chat.
  • Fixed issue where the game crashed when trying to view a profile during gameplay when the View Gamer Profile/Profile Viewing restriction is set to Friends Only.



Be a Pro

  • Fixed issue where game crashed when loading into the playoffs if the user’s Pro character was in the CHL.



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The third content update for NHL 15 is now available for download worldwide on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. This content update includes:

Online Team Play
Play online with up to ten players, locked to a single position using real-world rosters. These matches will be 5v5 ranked with AI controlled goalies.

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Be A GM – Rookie Draft

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For the first time in the NHL franchise, you will be put on the clock and feel the pressure like a real NHL GM. You will now only have 3 minutes to make a draft pick.

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If the pressure is too much, you can also call timeouts to extend the amount of time you have to make a draft pick or potentially negotiate a trade. You can make trades at any time during the draft. The CPU will also propose trades to each other and the user throughout the draft.

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New uniforms have been added for the following teams:

  • Philadelphia Flyers (NHL) 3rd jersey
  • Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL) 3rd jersey
  • Tampa Bay Lightning (NHL) 3rd jersey
  • Moose Jaw Warriors (WHL) 3rd jersey
  • Red Deer Rebels (WHL) 3rd jersey
  • Sarnia Sting (OHL) 3rd jersey
  • Boisbriand-Blainville Armada (QMJHL) 3rd jersey


Gameplay:

  • Improved penalty logic for goalie interference calls.
  • Improved goalie decision making when playing the puck outside of the crease.
  • Pass Assist sliders have been tuned so that they now have the desired effect depending on the user setting.
  • Fixed issue where strategy overlay would show when User Strategy Adjustment slider is turned up.
  • Fixed rare issue where players would enter an unusual animation state after being body checked during a poke check.


HUT:

  • Fixed rare crash issues that can occur when sending won auction item to your Collection.
  • Fixed hang during matchmaking search in Versus.
  • Users will now be able to change auction prices faster.
  • Users that lose connection from their opponent are returned to HUT.


Be a Pro:

  • Addressed shootout coach feedback overlay issue.


Hockey Ultimate Team: 
  • New groups have been added to HUT Collections so it’s easier to browse by categories. 
  • Added the ability to quick sell items from browse Collection. 
Gameplay improvements: 
  • Players are now faster transitioning into an offensive breakout. 
  • Improved offensive AI positioning for all even strength and powerplay strategies. 
  • Teammate and opponent AI will be more aggressive stepping up into the play on higher difficulty levels. 
  • Improved defensive AI positioning for non-user controlled players. 
  • Increased controller rumble. 
  • Corrected issues where goals have counted when the puck did not cross the goal line. 
Presentation improvements: 
  • CCM Extreme Flex 2 equipment set added. 
  • Updated Jumbotron messages for Winnipeg. 
  • New crowd model outfits for Philadelphia, Edmonton, Nashville, Ottawa, Phoenix, Colorado, San Jose, and Vancouver. 
  • Updates to goalie masks including new designs for Edmonton and LA. 
  • Colorado Trainer polo shirt color updated for improved authenticity. 
  • Improved crowd distribution in the lower bowl for Florida, Buffalo, Philadelphia, Toronto, and Winnipeg. 
  • Team logo spotlight in Dallas updated with current logo. 
  • Improved authenticity for St. Louis’ Jumbotron. 
  • Updates to Xcel Energy Center’s upper bowl. Including the addition of the Zamborgan and lighthouse.


Original Update:
The first free content update for NHL 15 is now available for download worldwide on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. This free content update includes:

Playoff Mode:
Play an offline bracket tournament with up to 16 teams. Use the teams from the NHL or create your own tournament tree by selecting teams from up to 12 different leagues. Play or simulate each game and track player and team stats throughout the tournament. 

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Be a Pro - Coach Feedback:
After each shift you will get the coach’s feedback while you are on the bench. The coach will give you tips on how to stay on top of your game and grade you on your game play. Score high grades on Position, Team Play, and Stats to work yourself up the teams depth chart.

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3 Stars:
At the end of the game, see the three stars and their stats.

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Hockey Ultimate Team:

  • Updated layouts and improved navigation for HUT menus. 
  • New animations for player items.
  • Improved edit lines screen that better identifies players that are injured or require contract extensions.
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We will continue to release more content updates for the Xbox One and PlayStation 4. These updates will include the addition of Online Team Play and a new GM Rookie Draft for the Be a GM game mode. For information about these updates and when you can expect to see them can be found here.

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