Xbox 360 Sports games.

[BK 0]

I pretty much only play sports games. I have a ps2 with every Ea NHL game for it, NCAA football etc. I don't really like playing sports games on my pc (for lack of a good controller). I have been eyeing an xbox 360 and was wondering if the sports games for it are worth the premium.

Right off the bat, I would get EA's NHL 07. Is the engine much different from the old pc version (2006/2007)? Is it enough to be worth it? I am kind of pissed at EA for not even supporting widescreen for their pc version.

Anyways.. if I only play sports games, is it worth the $400 pricetag to upgrade from my ps2?

[JR Boucicaut 3802]

I have one and I love it. Plus XBox Live is great...

I have Madden, NCAA 07 (in my 10th year of my dynasty mode)

Ehh...screw EA...I'm rolling on 2k7 and it's fun. And just wait til 2k8 comes out...there'll be a reason why you guys should buy it

[pat19 0]

NHL 07 for xbox is a totally different game then NHL 07 for 360, I'm guessing the xbox one is the same as the ps2 one pretty much.

[ThePurpleCobra 0]

XBOX just realesed the 36O ELITE which has HDMI ports and HD is black

[hockeyherb 1]

You must try NHL07. I know JR has a special attachment to the 2K series but I tried both and prefer the EA game for the sheer beauty of it and the puck/stick handling physics.

[kosydar 0]

Its worth it. Sports games are basically all I play. Both hockeys are good, although I've only played 07 extensively. Tiger Woods is amazing, NCAA is good. MLB 2K7 isn't bad, but not spectacular. If you have the ~$500, go for it.

[rinkrat94 1]

You must try NHL07. I know JR has a special attachment to the 2K series but I tried both and prefer the EA game for the sheer beauty of it and the puck/stick handling physics.

I agree. The goalies are horrible in 2k7. The game play on both games is great but the goalies are so frustrating on 2k7.

[BK 0]

I will get 2k8 just because they are giving MSH some love, but I hate to admit that I am an EA NHL faboy. :(

My wife is out of town this weekend.. I may pull a ninja move and stop at walmart on the way home from work :D

[RadioGaGa 162]

I have one and I love it. Plus XBox Live is great...

I have Madden, NCAA 07 (in my 10th year of my dynasty mode)

Ehh...screw EA...I'm rolling on 2k7 and it's fun. And just wait til 2k8 comes out...there'll be a reason why you guys should buy it

How do the 2K games compare from 360 to Reg Xbox...I know in the EA Series, NHL07 is hugely different on 360/Reg.

Will 2k8 be worth buying on ANY system...or just 360?

[JR Boucicaut 3802]

You must try NHL07. I know JR has a special attachment to the 2K series but I tried both and prefer the EA game for the sheer beauty of it and the puck/stick handling physics.

..yeah, but can you play as Team MSH in NHL 08?

[jon93 0]

really? who would be the players?

if your joking im gonna be mad, that would be awesome

[Fury of One 6]

You must try NHL07. I know JR has a special attachment to the 2K series but I tried both and prefer the EA game for the sheer beauty of it and the puck/stick handling physics.

..yeah, but can you play as Team MSH in NHL 08?

Sweet. I usually pick up both anyway but at least this year NHL 07 just plays more like an actual hockey game. Some of the animations are quirky but overall it has better gameplay this year and beating the goalie with a sweet move feels awesome.

[BK 0]

You must try NHL07. I know JR has a special attachment to the 2K series but I tried both and prefer the EA game for the sheer beauty of it and the puck/stick handling physics.

..yeah, but can you play as Team MSH in NHL 08?

That will be nice.. but will it be authentic? Seeing digital JR just wont be the same if he isn't sporting a flyweight.

[JR Boucicaut 3802]

really? who would be the players?

if your joking im gonna be mad, that would be awesome

Maaaaaaaaaaaybe I don't want to divulge too much at this point.

You must try NHL07. I know JR has a special attachment to the 2K series but I tried both and prefer the EA game for the sheer beauty of it and the puck/stick handling physics.

..yeah, but can you play as Team MSH in NHL 08?

That will be nice.. but will it be authentic? Seeing digital JR just wont be the same if he isn't sporting a flyweight.

The voicework will be, if they don't mispronounce the name.

[TBLfan 25]

NHL 07's graphics are great, the equipment is more accurate and the sticks don't look blocky and oversized like on 2k7. BUT the AI is horrible, the game engine just sucks. Offsides is a more than often occurance, players just do things they would in a real game. Players skate away from the puck in the offensive zone, if a defenseman pinches a forward NEVER drops back.

If a game had 2k7's gameplay but the controls and overall look of NHL08 the game would be perfect.

[hockeyherb 1]

Hmmmm, IF JR is in the game, (and I know you won't confirm you are or not) I can't wait to see what equipment you're sporting. Perhaps a little of this, a little of that.

[JR Boucicaut 3802]

Well, the goal is to have ALL of the equipment in the game. That's why I was brought on to consult.

[M-Cohen 0]

Woha. I remember you mentioning this a while back. Sounds interesting.

And BK, 360 is fantastic for sports games. Especially NHL 07, you can't even compare it to the PS2 or regular Xbox version. If you have the extra $$, I would reccomend 360 for sure.

[BK 0]

Well. I'm going over to a buddies house tonight to play a few games. I think that will push me over the edge.

[hockeyherb 1]

Well, the goal is to have ALL of the equipment in the game. That's why I was brought on to consult.

What I mean is, if YOU were a player in the game, what would you be sporting???

[JR Boucicaut 3802]

You will have the ability to change anyone's gear in the game.

They did not have the NBH license for 2k7, but will have it for 2k8.

We're trying to get all of the new gear for this year in the game.

As for me, it's always subject to change, but Intake helmet, ONE90 gloves and skates and as for the stick, well...that won't be in there...

[TBLfan 25]

You will have the ability to change anyone's gear in the game.

They did not have the NBH license for 2k7, but will have it for 2k8.

We're trying to get all of the new gear for this year in the game.

As for me, it's always subject to change, but Intake helmet, ONE90 gloves and skates and as for the stick, well...that won't be in there...

A gear whore's dream. I will buy a 360 just for this. And a flyweight should definitely be an option!!!!!!! But I'm going to have to go with a composite blade instead of your woodies ;)

[hudsonhockey22 0]

how do you know what 08 and 2k8 is like already .... are there trailers up, and will the MSH team be in ps2 or just 360

[mack 44]

Since reading comprehension isn't on your skill set, he's worked on it.