This is a brand new copy. The pictures are pulled from the web. Recent pictures provided upon request.
ESPN NHL 2K5 is a sports simulation game released in 2004 for the original Xbox. It is part of the ESPN NHL series and focuses on ice hockey. The game does not have a specific backstory, but it is set in the context of professional hockey leagues and tournaments. ESPN NHL 2K5 introduces several new features, including an enhanced ESPN presentation with cutscenes from the locker room, statistic-laden overlays, crowd chants, and improved checks and defensive maneuvers. The game also features a new fighting engine based on a tension meter, allowing for more realistic and interactive fights. Additionally, it includes a party mode with various arcade-style games and a comprehensive franchise mode with real monetary contracts, coaching staff management, and a minor-league system. Critics praised the game for its tight gameplay, balanced mechanics, and rich feature set, although some noted that the gameplay was not significantly different from the previous year's installment. The game received positive reviews for its realistic hockey gameplay and entertaining party mode. While it may not be as widely played today, it remains a notable title in the sports gaming genre for its time, particularly for fans of ice hockey simulations.
This is a brand new copy. The pictures are pulled from the web. Recent pictures provided upon request.
