NHL 26

September 12, 2025SimulationESRB E10+

Available on

Xbox Series X/S PlayStation 5

Genres

Simulation Sports

Overview

About NHL 26

Play like a superstar in EA Sports NHL 26. That starts with ICE-Q 2.0, now powered by NHL EDGE data, so your favorite superstars think, move, and play like their on-ice selves. That includes data-informed Attributes and Tendencies which make star players perform in true-to-life fashion, with their playstyles and decision-making game-aware and impactful. A fine-tuned and enhanced arsenal of 28 X-Factors spans five different categories and is driven by unique animations, tactical gameplay outcomes, and tiers of impact, turning each into a formidable on-ice weapon. Superstars now truly feel like superstars.

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At a glance

Released: September 12, 2025
Platforms: Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5
Genres: Simulation, Sports
Play modes: Single Player, Multiplayer, Co-op
Age rating: ESRB E10+

Media

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Playing together

Multiplayer & game modes

NHL 26 offers various play modes for different gaming experiences.

Play Modes

Single Player • Multiplayer • Co-op

Content

Age ratings

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ESRBE10+

Mild Violence
In-Game Purchases (Includes Random Items)
Users Interact

PEGI12

Violence
In-Game Purchases

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Coverage

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Best Sports Games for PS5 (2026)

NHL 26 makes the cut because hockey translates beautifully to quick, repeatable matches when the skating and puck battles feel right. Breakouts, forechecks, and shot selection are all about angles, and a clean goal usually starts with one smart pass two zones earlier. It’s a great head-to-head sport when both players know what they’re doing. This is one of my personal favorites as it just feels so quick and dynamic, making it a lot of fun.

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