It is the 27th installment in the NHL video game series and features Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid on the cover.

Additionally, new deke moves were added, giving players more opportunities to create flashy scoring chances.

The computer AI was also upgraded to be able to perform more complex plays, including using the Defensive Skill Stick and Creative Attack Dekes.

Like the Champions Hockey League, this is the first time the Spengler Cup would be playable in an ice-hockey video game.

"[16] IGN gave the game a 7.4 out of 10, writing: "Those are positive strides, but the rest of the modes and features are starting to feel too familiar.

The series continues to offer a good hockey simulation, and while the hardcore and those who play online will be satisfied, there's probably not enough here to make it worth the upgrade for casual fans of last year's edition.