Guest BifEverchad Report post Posted November 10, 2002 I just picked up NHL 2002 for PS2, yeah I know 2003 just came out, but I got a great deal on last year's game. Anyways, I have a quick question about the music in the game. The promos, the menus, and the game breaks have actual music by actual artists. But since I live in Canada, I assume I have the "Canadian version", because all the music in the game is by Canadian artists. Artists such as, treble charger, Gob, The Tea Party, Sum41, Barenaked Ladies etc. My question is, what music and artists are/is included in the "American version" of NHL 2002? Bif Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Grenouille Report post Posted November 10, 2002 It's the same. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest treble charged Report post Posted November 10, 2002 I think the EA NHL games are made out in Vancouver, so that's why the are 'Canadian-ized' so to speak. I think it's a great way for the rest of the world to hear treble charger, myself. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Karnage Report post Posted November 10, 2002 Does anyone who played NHL 2002 actually like Don Taylor's corny commentary? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest BifEverchad Report post Posted November 10, 2002 I think the EA NHL games are made out in Vancouver, so that's why the are 'Canadian-ized' so to speak. I think it's a great way for the rest of the world to hear treble charger, myself. really? well then, I never knew that. Actually that soudns pretty sweet. Now everyone can enjoy the musical stylings of treble charegr, Gob and others! and yes Karnage, Don Taylor is an ASS. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest bps "The Truth" 21 Report post Posted November 10, 2002 I like the bad commentary thank you very much. I also didn't buy 2003, because it was pretty lazy not to incude online play. I'll buy the next years if it has it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Angle-plex Report post Posted November 10, 2002 I'm going to buy NHL 2k3 instead. It sounds much better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest BifEverchad Report post Posted November 10, 2002 I'm going to buy NHL 2k3 instead. It sounds much better. There's no real difference AP, except maybe the updated rosters and shit. But for 35 dollars cheaper, I like the 2002 version for now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest treble charged Report post Posted November 10, 2002 I don't mind Taylor's commentary, myself. Sure, it's cheesy at times, but he does get in some good one-liners. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Leena Report post Posted November 10, 2002 All I know is, NHL 2002 for the PC fucking blows. Whoever thought the "hero" option was a good feature, should be shot in the head. That alone ruins EVERY game, because the computer cheats every game... and it's the same in multiplayer for whoever is behind. Taylor's commentary sucks because he basically makes the same corny jokes over and over again. "He was hit like a *insert crappy reference*". I still play NHL 2001... and I'll continue until EA learns to make worthwhile games again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Angle-plex Report post Posted November 10, 2002 I'm going to buy NHL 2k3 instead. It sounds much better. There's no real difference AP, except maybe the updated rosters and shit. But for 35 dollars cheaper, I like the 2002 version for now. No no no no. Not NHL 2003, NHL 2K3 by Sega. It's sounds like it will be much better than NHL 2003. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Karnage Report post Posted November 11, 2002 EA should get HNIC style presentation on their hockey games like Sega is doing with ESPN. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest BifEverchad Report post Posted November 11, 2002 EA should get HNIC style presentation on their hockey games like Sega is doing with ESPN. A Hockey Night in Canada game for PS2? That would be so sweet. Maybe even have Harry Neal, Bob Cole, Ron MacLean and Don Cherry involved as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Karnage Report post Posted November 11, 2002 A Hockey Night in Canada game for PS2? That would be so sweet. Maybe even have Harry Neal, Bob Cole, Ron MacLean and Don Cherry involved as well. They did have Neal and Cole on Dreamcast's last game NHL 2K2. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest BifEverchad Report post Posted November 11, 2002 Oh really? I didnt know that. How was it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Angle-plex Report post Posted November 11, 2002 Here's the OPM Hands on Preview article for NHL 2k3: "Finally, a game that's like real hockey" " We at OPM are big enough to own up to our mistakes. Here's how it went down: A few months ago, we reviewed NHL Hitz 20-03 and said that it was going to be the best hockey game of the year. We were excited by it because it was a great game, plus we were completely underwhelmed by EA's NHL 2003. At that time, we'd hardly had a whiff of NHL 2K3. But then we settled in for a few hours with 2K3, which turned into countless hours (this game is so brilliant), and therein lies our mistake. We spoke too soon. Forgive us. Even our early version of Sega Sports' 2K3 proves that it's the superior hockey game this season. This game seriously rocks the rink. It's not something one can easily detail without playing, but every decision you make while playing affects the game. In NHL 2003, you can play sloppy defense and your goalie will bail you out 85 percent of the time. In NHL 2K3, sloppy defense turns any game into a blowout. In this game, like in real hockey, plenty of opportunities arise to take a chance. That's the key phrase: like in real hockey. Do you rush the puck with a defenseman even though he might not get back on defense? Do you try a swiping poke check instead of putting the body on the man? Do you play dump and chase with your most skilled players? The skating is what you'll love most -- it never feels bogged down in animations. Another bonus: The camera sits high enough for you to actually see the ice. It's annoying when, as in NHL 2003, the default camera is there just to show off the graphics. Who cares about the color of Eric Lindros' eyes? We'd rather see what teammates he can pass the puck to. There's also a lot of play along the boards. Like in real hockey. A lot of opportunities derive from battling along the boards to free a puck. You can even initiate different strategies for each of your four different lines. If you've been waiting for real hockey, your wait ends on November 12." I'm definetly getting this instead of NHL 2003. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest redbaron51 Report post Posted November 11, 2002 bah.... thats what everybody said when 989 sports first came out.... Then next year EA shut them up pretty damn good Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Leena Report post Posted November 11, 2002 Yeah, but NHL2K & 2K2 weren't exactly realistic games themselves... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Karnage Report post Posted November 11, 2002 You hafto admit that 2003 wasn't really a big step up from 2002 but if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Agent_Bond34 0 Report post Posted November 12, 2002 Does anyone who played NHL 2002 actually like Don Taylor's corny commentary? I like his commentary. It is fucking funny as hell, IMO. He and that other guy arguing and whatnot is hilarious. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest redbaron51 Report post Posted November 12, 2002 See I like Jim Houghston, but I personally loathe Don Taylor. Well I rather hear Don Taylor then Harry Neale aka the Canadian Hoss Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
