- Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:EA) announced a multi-year partnership with the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL), bringing all six teams into EA SPORTS NHL 25
- NHL 25 introduced NHL Arcade, featuring the return of “big heads” and power-up features that players can collect on the ice and use against opponents
- NHL 25 will introduce the 4 Nations Face-Off, a round-robin tournament hosted by the NHL and NHLPA.
- Electronic Arts stock (NASDAQ:EA) last traded at US$164.14
Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:EA) announced a multi-year partnership with the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL), bringing the league’s players and teams into EA SPORTS NHL 25.
Launching on December 5th, the PWHL integration in NHL 25 will feature all six teams: the Boston Fleet, Minnesota Frost, Montréal Victoire, New York Sirens, Ottawa Charge, and Toronto Sceptres. These teams will be available in play now, online versus, shootout, and season modes. PWHL uniforms will also be accessible in World of Chel, with players, logos, and uniforms available in hockey ultimate team. To enhance the authenticity of the PWHL experience, the update will include The Walter Cup and advanced body skeletons through SAPIEN technology integration.
NHL Arcade: An old take on a new way to play
Earlier this month, NHL 25 introduced NHL Arcade, a unique and entertaining three-on-three experience within World of Chel. This event series features the return of “big heads” and power-up features that players can collect on the ice and use against opponents. Power-ups include supershot, freeze, super speed, small and big goalies, and more.
Played in the NHL Arcade Arena, a bespoke rink with no glass, rules, or stoppages, NHL Arcade will offer multiple events throughout the year to keep the experience fresh and engaging.
4 Nations Face-Off: Celebrating international hockey
Continuing into 2025, NHL 25 will introduce the 4 Nations Face-Off, a round-robin tournament hosted by the NHL and NHLPA. This event will feature NHL stars from Canada, Finland, Sweden, and the USA. The 4 Nations Face-Off content will be included in Hockey Ultimate Team, Play Now, Online Versus, Shootout, and a bespoke Tournament mode. The nations’ uniforms will also be available in World of Chel as part of the major tournament update.
Holiday season content and rewards
Players who engage with NHL 25 between November 15 and January 2 will receive 6 NHL Arcade Vanity Items in World of Chel and an 84 Road to 4 Nations Face-Off Player Choice Pack, redeemable immediately. This pack allows players to represent their nation by choosing one of four available items from their chosen country. Additionally, players will receive a PWHL 83 OVR Team Building Choice pack, redeemable on December 5th, coinciding with the PWHL integration.
Chipping it in the net
The PWHL has only been around since the start of the year but has already broken multiple attendance records and holds the worldwide all-time record for a women’s hockey game.
There are six teams in the league, featuring some of the best players in the world, Boston, Minnesota, Montréal, New York, Ottawa, and Toronto.
“Our partnership with EA SPORTS opens new doors to elevate women’s hockey across all levels,” Amy Scheer, the league’s senior vice president of business operations said in a news release. “Through this alliance, we’ll develop in-game and out-of-game experiences that strengthen the bond between our teams, players, and fans, bringing the PWHL closer to the global hockey community.”
It’s in the game
Developed by EA Vancouver, EA SPORTS NHL 25 is rated E10+ and is now available globally on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
With headquarters in Redwood City, California, and studios all over the world, Electronic Arts is a digital interactive entertainment company that develops, markets, publishes and delivers games, content and services that can be played by consumers on a range of platforms such as game consoles, personal computers, mobile phones, and tablets.
Electronic Arts stock (NASDAQ:EA) last traded 1.52 per cent lower on the day at US$164.14 but has risen 19.98 per cent since the year began.
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