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Games like NHL 08

2007 PCPlayStationXbox

An EA ice hockey sim built around the Skill Stick system, which makes puck control and one-on-one dekes more intuitive. Offers league play and multiplayer matches with real NHL teams.

What defines NHL 08:

  • Co-op or multiplayer
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Action-packed real-time combat

The closest matches for NHL 08 are NBA Live 07, FIFA Soccer 2003 and 2006 FIFA World Cup. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes NHL 08 special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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NBA Live 07

99 %

2006 PCPlayStationXbox

  • Realistic visuals
  • Gameplay comes before story
  • Co-op or multiplayer

An EA Sports basketball simulation with the NBA license, featuring the 2006-07 season teams and players, offering quick arcade-leaning games and head-to-head matches against friends.

FIFA Soccer 2003

Realistic visuals

A classic 2002 EA football sim with improved ball control, new player animations and Freestyle Control for feints and one-touch passes. Licensed clubs, stadiums and authentic chants give it matchday atmosphere.

2006 FIFA World Cup

Realistic visuals

The official football game of the 2006 World Cup in Germany: guide your national team from qualification through the tournament in authentic stadiums, with local multiplayer matches against friends.

FIFA 2001: Major League Soccer

Bright, upbeat tone

A classic turn-of-the-millennium football game featuring over 50 national teams and 17 leagues. Motion-captured animations and authentic licences deliver a realistic feel, especially in head-to-head matches with friends.

NBA Live 08

Bright, upbeat tone

An EA Sports basketball simulation featuring licensed NBA teams and players from the 2007-08 season. It was the first NBA Live on all three next-gen consoles and the last one released on PC.

FIFA World

Realistic visuals

A free-to-play football simulation for PC featuring licensed leagues, clubs and players. You compete in online seasons or build your own squad in Ultimate Team.

NBA Live 2003

Realistic visuals

A basketball simulation featuring the 2002-03 NBA rosters, improved player faces, new motion-captured rebound animations and smooth 60 fps play. A fantasy draft and multiplayer support round out the package.

FIFA Soccer 2005

Realistic visuals

A classic football sim with over 350 official licenses and an expanded Career mode. Off the Ball Control lets you direct teammates' runs and call in tackles while you command the pitch.

FIFA Soccer 2002: Major League Soccer

Realistic visuals

A classic 2001 entry in the FIFA series that adds pass power bars and trims dribbling for a tougher game. It is best enjoyed through leagues, tournaments and matches against friends on the same machine.

Pro Evolution Soccer 2014

Realistic visuals

A Konami football simulation built on a new engine with realistic ball physics. The M.A.S.S. system makes tackles and player movement feel more believable, suiting both league play and head-to-head matches against friends.

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