About: NHL 2K6

Passing the puck is an elementary skill in hockey, but one that is important to master. Setting up give-n-go shots, breakaways, dump and chase situations, and other scoring opportunities not only develop from good passing, but from great execution and control. NHL 2K6 is proud to introduce the ProControl system, giving gamers a completely new set of mechanics and techniques. At the most basic level, ProControl is an icon-passing system with the ability to queue up passes to other team members. By pressing down on the Right Analog Stick, button icons will appear over each player, enabling more precise passing.

For the advanced player, ProControl enables true puck cycling to properly set up offensive scoring chances. By pressing a quick button sequence, the player can create a pass sequence to set up exciting scoring chances. Additionally, ProControl gives the player the ability to protect the puck, and make dump passes. No other hockey game delivers the authentic NHL experience like NHL 2K6!

Key Features

• Real-time ice degrades with lifelike detail, showing ruts, spray and reflections.

• Player Models are brought to life with improved animations, high-resolution detail and improved physics.

• New net physics bring glory to the cage with animation for every goal scored.

• A fully 3D crowd enhances the experience, bringing all the intensity of a true NHL game, including section-specific reactions, right to your living room.

• Arenas rendered top to bottom recreate your favorite NHL arena in impeccable detail.

• The most current rosters available let you enjoy your favorite teams with their latest big transaction players and hot new rookies.

• ProControl action – Play like the pros with our revolutionary icon-based passing system. All-new combo passing and shooting controls let you queue up give-and-go attacks, tic-tac-toe passing, puck cycling, behind the net plays and more!

• On-The-Fly Coaching – Play your style of hockey at both ends of the ice by calling team strategy during the action. Crash the net, screen the goalie and pinch defensemen on offense. Then, counter the attack by clearing the crease, clearing the zone, or setting up a break out for an offensive rush.

• Enforcer System - Throw opponents off their game by bringing out your checking line. Now, bigger and more aggressive players weigh into the outcome of a game as much as your leading goal scorers, as physical play will lower opponents' performance ratings.

• Maximum Goaltending - Take matters into your own hands by swapping into the cage and utilizing your right analog stick to make quick, intuitive saves when it counts the most.

• PureMotionTM Animations - Hundreds of new NHL-caliber animations to feast your eyes on, including spectacular saves in goal by Marty Turco.

• Franchise Perfection ¬– An unsurpassed franchise experience hinges a team's success on your ability to schedule workouts, scrimmages and manage team chemistry.

• Gold Standard Presentation – Immerse yourself in the impeccable presentation system with all-new commentary featuring Bob Cole and Harry Neale, broadcast standard overlays, innovative camera angles, new cut-scenes and more.

• The Online Experience - 2K Sports continues to lead the online gaming revolution as NHL® 2K6 brings you seamless online play and the most comprehensive online feature set anywhere, including completely online stat tracking, buddy lists management, and online leagues.