EA Sports has recently released NHL 25, which introduces a new feature that fans have been eagerly anticipating – head coaches. In previous versions of the game, NHL head coaches were notably absent, unlike in the Madden series for the NFL. However, after years of requests from fans, EA Sports has finally incorporated all 32 current NHL head coaches into the game, complete with their likenesses and historical data.
Players can now see each coach’s actual team history, record, and even details such as their salary and years left on their contract. The coaches in NHL 25 will have attributes graded out in the game, which range from offense and defense to teaching and coach influence. Their preferred team strategies, such as forechecking and defensive styles, will also be reflected in the game.
This addition adds a new level of realism to NHL 25, allowing players to experience the unique personalities and strategies of each coach. However, some fans are already looking forward to even more realistic features in future versions of the game. They want to see head coaches engaging in heated exchanges with officials, getting into contentious scrums with the media, and even having special modes dedicated to iconic coaches like Paul Maurice.
As the game continues to evolve, fans can expect even more immersive experiences that bring them closer to the action on and off the ice. EA Sports has set the bar high with the introduction of head coaches in NHL 25, and players are excited to see what the future holds for the popular hockey video game franchise.