Gretzky NHL 06

by Sony

Product Features

• Unique new Team Chemistry feature for managing your roster - players are rewarded for teamwork by bonuses; The better they play as a team, the better the team will do
• Take control of all the off-the-ice action in Franchise Mode - Hire a coaching staff, sign free agents, make trades, set ticket and concession prices and draft the stars of tomorrow to build the ultimate hockey powerhouse
• Fully AHL licensed - Play in any mode as or against all 30 AHL clubs - in the actual arenas with top AHL players
• Multiple modes of play - Exhibition, Season, Franchise, Tournament, Two types of Rivalry Mode (Head-to-Head and Series), Wayne vs. Wayne
• Go online for head-to-head competition against other hockey fans

Product Details

• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0009I6S0E
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.2 x 0.8 inches ; 4 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: September 8, 2006
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #28,963 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #11 in Video Games > PlayStation 2 > Sports > Hockey
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

The sport of hockey has given fans enough thrills, chills and memories to last a lifetime. From legendary Game 7 Stanley Cup Finals to a group of college kids winning the gold medal in 1980, hockey has thrived due to the sport's core components: teamwork, speed and strength. These same components are the foundation of Gretzky NHL 2006, a game designed by hockey players and fans driven to deliver a hockey simulation that mimics the core values of the game while remaining fun and accessible to all hockey fans.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Realistic? Probably not. Fun? Hell yeah., September 27, 2005

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Rob "Clive" (SoCal) - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Gretzky NHL 06 (Video Game)

I love how fast this game is, although some shoot it down because of how "hyper" it is. The speed of this game (which you can adjust by the way) is what sets it apart from the other guys.
Graphics are very solid, with nice animations on checks and jukes. There's room for improvement as far as player faces, but I'm nitpicking.

Franchise mode is pretty darned good. I'm interested to see the next installment with cap restrictions, otherwise, it's pretty easy to stack your team with all-stars at the end of your losing season, and wreak revenge on the NHL in the following season. They make it too easy to acquire free agents I think. I like that they've put a lot of effort into including AHL teams and minor league players. The only problem is that once you've tasted NHL play, you'll notice a huge dropoff in speed, passing and shooting with the AHL guys. It's a little maddening honestly.

Wayne v. Wayne is a terrific concept and very fun to play with your trash talking buddies. A score 15 to 13 in this game is entirely possible- and that's the beauty of it. Wayne is superhuman, and it's just as fun trying to stop him as it is setting him up for a one-timer. Wayne mode is way addictive and I'd like to see Page 44 take this mode a little farther and deeper.

The other thing I like is that this is a really good sounding game once you are taken to the ice. Good energy, crowd response, and the commentary fits nicely.

There are more "realistic" games out there (2k6 excels here) but this game is the one that gets you hooked. IMO it's worth the extra 10 or so bucks to pick this one up, or at least have it next to your other hockey titles.

For the hockey purists, don't know if Gretzky 06 will float your boat, but if you're an "action not words" type with an appreciation for the arcadish genre, this title should get your pulse pumpin.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars FINALLY... A worthwhile hockey game!!, September 24, 2005

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J. Safran "jsafran69" (Las Vegas, NV) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Gretzky NHL 06 (Video Game)

After being rather frustrated with the NHL 2K6 effort and feeling that EA has become a little stale, I'm very pleased with Gretzky NHL 2006. The controls are simple (at least compared to the nonsense of 2K6 and their three-tiered overdone controller layout), the game is fast, the fun is endless. The gameplay is smooth, perhaps not quite as much as the other two competitors, but it is STILL EXCELLENT. Game speed is customizable, which helps when there are only four difficulty levels. Playcalling is also deep with sets for PK, PP, netral zone ,breakout, etc... If your idea of a fun hockey video game is to customize puck traction, board bounce, zamboni tire tread-effect on the ice, etc... then get 2K6. Otherwise, get this game. It's a vast improvement over last year's edition and it is a refreshing addition to the NHL console video game market. Hockey is at heart a simple game; Gretzky 2006 captures that spirit while still providing a graphically pleasing and extremely fun game.

5.0 out of 5 stars THIS GAME ROCKS!!!!!!, April 5, 2007

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Bookworm (michigan) - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Gretzky NHL 06 (Video Game)

As a big big hockey fan i would like to say all the hockey games are great, But this hockey game is the best!! The graphics are really really good about as good as NHL 07, you can actually look at players and tell who it is without seeing the name or the jersey. I really like how u can go down to the AHL and play games there too. That is about all i have to say about this game besides GO WINGS!!!!!! -Koda from Michigan