NHL 2005

"If you're looking for a raw, wide-open experience with lots of arcade elements, NHL 2005 is for you. It has lots of immediate pick-up-and-play potential for those just acquainting themselves with the sport, or for those who like their hockey big, fast and bloody. If you're more into the strategy of real hockey—the poke checks, the traps, the dumps, the dekes -- then you'll either have to try to design this game to fit your tastes (which can be frustrating) or go elsewhere."

"Make no mistake. NHL 2005 is still a solid game of hockey--but it shouldn't be your first choice for one."

"This is the best hockey game on the Nintendo GameCube this year. If you’re still interested in reading on, you’re commended."

" With continued gameplay improvements and an enhanced dynasty mode, you can be sure that puckheads the world over will be glad to get their hands on this one when it arrives in late September"