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tomymac23 · 07-20-2007, 09:34 AM

I have a few questions:

Will the game run @ 60fps for BOTH PS3 and XBOX 360?

Will Referees (4) be in the game in their proper position calling infractions?

Will fans be more responsive to play on the ice both in sound and in reactions?

Thanks I appreciate this opportunity to add to the list of questions.

Ducks Fan!

**DSgamby** · 07-20-2007, 09:39 AM

There are actual 4 On-Ice Officials in the real NHL. 2 Refs and 2 Linesmen and I don't think they will be in the game. I doubt they will be in proper positions.

renton · 07-20-2007, 09:54 AM

and it's a rink or "ice"...not a field!

hehe

HeIsLegend37 · 07-20-2007, 04:51 PM

Can players get injured other ways than just hip checks?

danishmaggot · 07-21-2007, 01:50 PM

Will there be a more realistic injury engine in the game? More ways players can injured and will there be injuries that make players leave the game, and come back in the third period or something?

Oh, and tell them thank you for really listening to the fans this year.

Flyermania · 07-21-2007, 08:53 PM

First off, have an awesome time! :)

My questions:

* What additions have been made for defensive controls? Not just in the hard-copding of the game, but actual things that can be done via the controller?

* Will defensemen hold the blue line better in NHL 08?

* Will the game run at 60fps on both the 360 and PS3?

* Will Thorne and Clement be returning (please)? And with more commentary?

* Will the older team jerseys still be available for each team?

* Will historic teams be available?

* Any chance of a global player editor (i.e. so that all players can have a certain attribute changed with one click)?

More questions, but these are specific to the PC version:

* Has the play of the goalies been improved?

* Will the graphics format (.viv, .fsh files) be the same as in 06/07?

* Will Thorne and Clement be doing the commentary on the PC version this year?

* Will the CPU dump the puck and cycle the puck?

* All-time teams?

* Classic uniforms?

* What new features will be in the PC version?

* What are the system requirements?

* Will it utilize DirectX 10?

renton · 07-23-2007, 07:47 AM

When is the community day?

**DSgamby** · 07-23-2007, 07:55 AM

Metalpuck told me it starts on July 26th

Cozmicoz · 07-23-2007, 10:30 AM

This is the SAME question I ask every year regarding EA's NHL titles:

1) Will NHL 08 FINALLY feature a true-to-TV Broadcast angle that is playable?

I'm talking about a side-to-side camera that pivots from a FIXED position at centre-ice and captures each end of the rink on an angle.

If we want to get more picky, let's consider the Winning Eleven Series, with Broadcast cameras that actually 'switch' on the fly for some closeups of action during the heat of play. It's not the most practical gameplay camera, but at least players have the OPTION of using it.

This "Up-and-Down" stuff is so uninspiring and makes every NHL game look like a glorified pinball game.

Even the craptacular NHL Rivals game on xbox had customizable 'broadcast' cams that I'm speaking of.

And I really don't want to hear: "It's impossible to play from a broadcast angle because you can't follow the puck"...

I really hope they have added new camera angles because NHL 07's angles were ported from the previous-gen.

Thanks for tolerating my rant.

Cozmicoz

Metalpuck · 07-23-2007, 01:05 PM

Alright guys i'm getting overwhelmed by the quantity and quality of your questions so i'm gonna have to cut it off at 25 guys. So i only have room for a few more...

Metalpuck · 07-24-2007, 09:27 AM

I do want to hopefully answer questions about the AI according to the official site:

"Dynamic AI adjusts to your every move both on offense and defense, promising to challenge even the most skilled hockey players. The intelligent CPU scouts your tendencies like a coach and makes the necessary adjustments to shut down your money plays, forcing you to adjust your style of play."

fireonice89 · 07-24-2007, 06:27 PM

One last question, will there be a fantasy draft mode? They NEED to put this in!

Cozmicoz · 07-25-2007, 07:59 AM

This is the 'broadcast' angle I'm talking about... and EA usually uses it for replays only.

Have Fun at EA Community Day!

Cozmicoz

Cozmicoz · 07-25-2007, 08:01 AM

Oops, here's the link to the picture:

IGN: NHL 08 Image

Cozmicoz · 07-25-2007, 02:51 PM

Oh yeah,

I almost fogot!@??

- Will there be a friggin' REGULAR SEASON game mode this time? Or will we be stuck with the Dynasty only?

Thanks,

Cozmicoz

07-20-2007, 09:34 AM	#16 (permalink)
tomymac23 Rookie Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 2 vCash: 601	Re: News - EA Community Day 2007 I have a few questions: Will the game run @ 60fps for BOTH PS3 and XBOX 360? Will Referees (4) be in the game in their proper position calling infractions? Will fans be more responsive to play on the ice both in sound and in reactions? Thanks I appreciate this opportunity to add to the list of questions. Ducks Fan! Last edited by tomymac23 : 07-24-2007 at 01:35 AM.

07-20-2007, 09:39 AM	#17 (permalink)
DSgamby Formerly known as: sg_DSgamby Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario Posts: 9,699 vCash: 4180 GamerTag: DSgamby	Re: News - EA Community Day 2007 There are actual 4 On-Ice Officials in the real NHL. 2 Refs and 2 Linesmen and I don't think they will be in the game. I doubt they will be in proper positions. __________________ If I ran away, I'd never have the strength To go very far How would they hear the beating of my heart Will it grow cold The secret that I hide, will I grow old How will they hear When will they learn How will they know

07-20-2007, 09:54 AM	#18 (permalink)
renton All-Pro Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 289 vCash: 677	Re: News - EA Community Day 2007 and it's a rink or "ice"...not a field! hehe

07-20-2007, 04:51 PM	#19 (permalink)
HeIsLegend37 Rookie Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 4 vCash: 607	Re: News - EA Community Day 2007 Can players get injured other ways than just hip checks?

07-21-2007, 01:50 PM	#20 (permalink)
danishmaggot Formerly known as: sg_danishmaggot Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Lorain, Ohio Posts: 85 vCash: 736 GamerTag: danishmaggot	Re: News - EA Community Day 2007 Will there be a more realistic injury engine in the game? More ways players can injured and will there be injuries that make players leave the game, and come back in the third period or something? Oh, and tell them thank you for really listening to the fans this year.

07-21-2007, 08:53 PM	#21 (permalink)
Flyermania All-Star Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 1,156 vCash: 793	Re: News - EA Community Day 2007 First off, have an awesome time! :) My questions: * What additions have been made for defensive controls? Not just in the hard-copding of the game, but actual things that can be done via the controller? * Will defensemen hold the blue line better in NHL 08? * Will the game run at 60fps on both the 360 and PS3? * Will Thorne and Clement be returning (please)? And with more commentary? * Will the older team jerseys still be available for each team? * Will historic teams be available? * Any chance of a global player editor (i.e. so that all players can have a certain attribute changed with one click)? More questions, but these are specific to the PC version: * Has the play of the goalies been improved? * Will the graphics format (.viv, .fsh files) be the same as in 06/07? * Will Thorne and Clement be doing the commentary on the PC version this year? * Will the CPU dump the puck and cycle the puck? * All-time teams? * Classic uniforms? * What new features will be in the PC version? * What are the system requirements? * Will it utilize DirectX 10? __________________

07-23-2007, 07:47 AM	#22 (permalink)
renton All-Pro Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 289 vCash: 677	Re: News - EA Community Day 2007 When is the community day?

07-23-2007, 07:55 AM	#23 (permalink)
DSgamby Formerly known as: sg_DSgamby Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario Posts: 9,699 vCash: 4180 GamerTag: DSgamby	Re: News - EA Community Day 2007 Metalpuck told me it starts on July 26th __________________ If I ran away, I'd never have the strength To go very far How would they hear the beating of my heart Will it grow cold The secret that I hide, will I grow old How will they hear When will they learn How will they know

07-23-2007, 10:30 AM	#24 (permalink)
Cozmicoz Rookie Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 43 vCash: 632	Re: News - EA Community Day 2007 This is the SAME question I ask every year regarding EA's NHL titles: 1) Will NHL 08 FINALLY feature a true-to-TV Broadcast angle that is playable? I'm talking about a side-to-side camera that pivots from a FIXED position at centre-ice and captures each end of the rink on an angle. If we want to get more picky, let's consider the Winning Eleven Series, with Broadcast cameras that actually 'switch' on the fly for some closeups of action during the heat of play. It's not the most practical gameplay camera, but at least players have the OPTION of using it. This "Up-and-Down" stuff is so uninspiring and makes every NHL game look like a glorified pinball game. Even the craptacular NHL Rivals game on xbox had customizable 'broadcast' cams that I'm speaking of. And I really don't want to hear: "It's impossible to play from a broadcast angle because you can't follow the puck"... I really hope they have added new camera angles because NHL 07's angles were ported from the previous-gen. Thanks for tolerating my rant. Cozmicoz __________________ "...And now a 24th Stanley Cup banner will hang from the rafters of the famous forum in Montreal... The Canadiens win the Stanley Cup!!!" - Bob Cole, 1993.

07-23-2007, 01:05 PM	#25 (permalink)
Metalpuck SG Hockey Community Manager Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 1,347 vCash: 1450 GamerTag: Metalpuck	Re: News - EA Community Day 2007 Alright guys i'm getting overwhelmed by the quantity and quality of your questions so i'm gonna have to cut it off at 25 guys. So i only have room for a few more... __________________ Articles: Captain Keith Primeau: http://www.sportsgamer.com/content/506 Goalie Interference or lack thereof? http://www.sportsgamer.com/content/530 Should visors be mandatory?http://www.sportsgamer.com/content/5...ed-in-the-nhl/ Mike Cammalleri: http://www.sportsgamer.com/content/6...ke-cammalleri/ Jason Arnott: First year as a Pred http://www.sportsgamer.com/content/6...dators-colors/ Calgary: Flame on or burning out? http://www.sportsgamer.com/content/6...r-burning-out/ The Rise and Fall of Nashville: http://www.sportsgamer.com/content/7...ville-in-2007/ EA Sports Community Day: http://www.sportsgamer.com/content/9...nity-day-2007/

07-24-2007, 09:27 AM	#26 (permalink)
Metalpuck SG Hockey Community Manager Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 1,347 vCash: 1450 GamerTag: Metalpuck	Re: News - EA Community Day 2007 I do want to hopefully answer questions about the AI according to the official site: "Dynamic AI adjusts to your every move both on offense and defense, promising to challenge even the most skilled hockey players. The intelligent CPU scouts your tendencies like a coach and makes the necessary adjustments to shut down your money plays, forcing you to adjust your style of play." __________________ Articles: Captain Keith Primeau: http://www.sportsgamer.com/content/506 Goalie Interference or lack thereof? http://www.sportsgamer.com/content/530 Should visors be mandatory?http://www.sportsgamer.com/content/5...ed-in-the-nhl/ Mike Cammalleri: http://www.sportsgamer.com/content/6...ke-cammalleri/ Jason Arnott: First year as a Pred http://www.sportsgamer.com/content/6...dators-colors/ Calgary: Flame on or burning out? http://www.sportsgamer.com/content/6...r-burning-out/ The Rise and Fall of Nashville: http://www.sportsgamer.com/content/7...ville-in-2007/ EA Sports Community Day: http://www.sportsgamer.com/content/9...nity-day-2007/

07-24-2007, 06:27 PM	#27 (permalink)
fireonice89 Pro Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 86 vCash: 652	Re: News - EA Community Day 2007 One last question, will there be a fantasy draft mode? They NEED to put this in! __________________

07-25-2007, 07:59 AM	#28 (permalink)
Cozmicoz Rookie Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 43 vCash: 632	Re: News - EA Community Day 2007 This is the 'broadcast' angle I'm talking about... and EA usually uses it for replays only. Have Fun at EA Community Day! Cozmicoz __________________ "...And now a 24th Stanley Cup banner will hang from the rafters of the famous forum in Montreal... The Canadiens win the Stanley Cup!!!" - Bob Cole, 1993.

07-25-2007, 08:01 AM	#29 (permalink)
Cozmicoz Rookie Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 43 vCash: 632	Re: News - EA Community Day 2007 Oops, here's the link to the picture: IGN: NHL 08 Image __________________ "...And now a 24th Stanley Cup banner will hang from the rafters of the famous forum in Montreal... The Canadiens win the Stanley Cup!!!" - Bob Cole, 1993.

07-25-2007, 02:51 PM	#30 (permalink)
Cozmicoz Rookie Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 43 vCash: 632	Re: News - EA Community Day 2007 Oh yeah, I almost fogot!@?? - Will there be a friggin' REGULAR SEASON game mode this time? Or will we be stuck with the Dynasty only? Thanks, Cozmicoz __________________ "...And now a 24th Stanley Cup banner will hang from the rafters of the famous forum in Montreal... The Canadiens win the Stanley Cup!!!" - Bob Cole, 1993.

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