THIS IS BREAKTHROUGH HOCKEY NHL 22 is as much of a superstar as the players on the ice in the most realistic hockey gaming experience yet. Everything you need to know, right in front of you AUGMENTED REALITY BROADCAST Get the info you need without taking your eyes off the ice with as key game stats and more are projected onto physical surfaces in the game via an augmented reality-like visual package. Plus, every time you execute a highlight reel play, a 3D graphic will project over your player to pump you up and demoralize your opponent. Real players, real faces, real hockey PLAYER FACIAL EXPRESSIONS Overhauled player likenesses, eye movement animations, and shaders for hair and skin make players look and act more realistic everywhere on the ice. Eye movement and facial expressions visibly react to the changing environment and in-game moments. Win the puck, deke, and shoot like never before STICK PHYSICS Stick play has been overhauled with new gameplay physics, resulting in moves that look, feel, and affect games in true-to-life ways. Expect realistic battles for the puck, fouls called for stick to body contact, and more. Show off your moves in the league's top arenas SKILL MOVES AND ENVIRONMENTS New skill moves, environments, and X-Factors will stand out for all the right reasons thanks to the new visual details provided by Frostbite. New gameplay mechanics and animations will make X-Factor abilities shine even more as they visually affect each game and interact with other players and the environment. *This game includes optional in-game purchases of virtual currency that can be used to acquire a random selection of virtual in-game items.