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    NHL 22: Which Version Should I Get?

    NHLGamers,

    We’ve heard the concerns you have regarding the transition to the next generation of consoles (PlayStation 5 & Xbox X/S) and what that entails for NHLGamer leagues in the future. While we haven’t had an answer to give you before today, we feel like we owe it to you, all the passionate gamers, to communicate as clearly and swiftly as possible.



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    With that being said, we are issuing the statement that NHLGamer will primarily continue to host its leagues on gen 4 consoles (PlayStation 4 & Xbox One) until further notice. While we are eager about the advancements that gen 5 (PS5 & XSX) brings us, we want to be realistic with the restrictions to console availability has meant for some of our gamers, and in an attempt of being as inclusive as possible, we will proceed as stated.

    We are, however, exploring the option of moving over to gen 5 fully during the lifecycle of NHL 22, so we strongly suggest players to acquire the NHL 22 X-Factor Edition due to the fact that it gives you double entitlement (both gen 4 & gen 5 access to the game).

     

    FAQs:

    Q: But wait!? I have the PlayStation 5/Xbox Series X - does that mean I can't participate in the NHLGamer leagues and tournaments?

    A: The PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X are capable of running the gen 4 version of the game, meaning the PS5 can run the PS4 version and the XSX can run the Xbox One version. By purchasing the NHL 22 X-Factor Edition, you get access to both versions and thus can take part in our leagues and tournaments no matter if you have the gen 4 or gen 5 console.

     

    Q: When will NHLGamer start running leagues and tournaments on the gen 5 version?

    A: As soon as possible. When the new generation of consoles has good enough availability that anyone can get their hands on them with a little effort, we will make the switch.

     

    Q: Gen 4, gen 5!? What?

    A: Gen 4 is considered PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, while the newer consoles - PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X are considered gen 5.



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    X-Factor Edition

    - Double entitlement (Unlocks the game for both Gen 4 & Gen 5 consoles)
    - 3-Days early access
    - Up to 10 HUT Diamond player choice packs
    - HUT X-Factor Player choice pack
    - HUT X-Factor Power-up starter pack
    - Up to 4 HUT X-Factor Power-up packs
    - 5 World of Chel X-Factor Zone ability unlocks
    - 5 Unlocked hockey bag
    - Be a Pro X-Factor slot unlocks (2), XP boost and bonus trait points

     

    Questions? Thoughts? Discuss below.

     

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    Mikka
    13 minutes ago, Soijapoika said:

    Can PS5 owners have both versions downloaded or do they always have to uninstall the other version to play the other?

    It's possible for other games with two versions, so yeah it should be possible as it's a Sony/Playstation feature. By clicking the "..." icon next to "start game" you can flick between the PS5 and PS4 versions

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    Lionite

    Nice to see EA haven't gone soft on us from the pandemic or from the lack of nextgen consoles. Instead of keeping the grossgen in the game, in a classy EA move they charge extra 30 euros from people in hopes of getting a new console during the next year or extra 20 euros from people who already have the new console but still have friends on the last console and wanna play with them... but hey at least we finally got The Frostbite, am i right?

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    super_star_lv

    Well, definitely not paying more to get both editions lol, ps5 version is already expensive as it is.

    I guess no tournaments for me until everyone switches to ps5 

    What a bad move for EA to split the small playerbase on PlayStation even more.

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    Joose Keppila

    I have a bad feeling about this, the X-factor gimmicks, shiny ice etc. Nothing in that reveal made me enthusiastic for NHL22, and I have PS4 and PS5 too. The dual entitlement price is just EA raking in more money, so I am not really suprised. Breaking up the playerbase is numb-skull move from EA, but it seems they don't really care about the community. Maybe we should just stick with NHL21?😑

    Anywhoo, we'll see what's what when the 'beta' comes out. Hopefully it won't be a total cluster-fu**.

    One thing I dont' get: apparently Frostbyte and x-factor are on both old-gen and new-gen versions, so what is the difference between them, less frames per second for the PS4 version? I suspect these are the same game at heart, they just couldn't be arsed to make cross-gen compatibility because they'd get mo' money without it?

     

     

     

     

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    viktors89
    3 hours ago, Joose Keppila said:

    I have a bad feeling about this, the X-factor gimmicks, shiny ice etc. Nothing in that reveal made me enthusiastic for NHL22, and I have PS4 and PS5 too. The dual entitlement price is just EA raking in more money, so I am not really suprised. Breaking up the playerbase is numb-skull move from EA, but it seems they don't really care about the community. Maybe we should just stick with NHL21?😑

    Anywhoo, we'll see what's what when the 'beta' comes out. Hopefully it won't be a total cluster-fu**.

    One thing I dont' get: apparently Frostbyte and x-factor are on both old-gen and new-gen versions, so what is the difference between them, less frames per second for the PS4 version? I suspect these are the same game at heart, they just couldn't be arsed to make cross-gen compatibility because they'd get mo' money without it?

     

     

     

     

    That's basically it. Slightly better graphics on ps5 due to hardware. I also wondered if it was a better idea just to stick with NHL21 altogether

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    cHIIMEERa

    Appearantly im getting no versions.

    Not about pay for a ps4 version when i know theres a ps5 version. Not about to pay for a ps5 version that has no NG tournaments.

    See you in NHL23 perhaps! This is a pass for me. 🥴

    Just to clarify: I think NG is making the right play here. It’s The NHL devs that sucks for not implementing crossplay and being greedy about this.

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    OGjahajaha
    4 tuntia sitten, Juhaniz- kirjoitti:

    can ps4 buy and play this version

     

    Yeah, you'll be able to buy it and download the PS4 version on your PS4. Later on when you're able to get your hands on a PS5, you'll then be able to download the PS5 version on your next gen console.

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