![]() ![]() The skating is natural, but manipulating the selected player can be problematic. What's worse, the cumbersome controls aren't as responsive as they should be. You'll find, though, that there aren't as many moves and dekes in this game as in NHL Hockey '94. Your goalie's got lots of fancy moves, too, and he can be controlled by the CPU or by you. You get Wrist Shots and Slapshots (in two degrees of strength), plus Body Checks and Poke Checks. This really is minor, though, compared to the biggest graphic annoyance - the generic blue field that attempts to pass for a crowd. You occasionally find yourself breaking down the ice with nothing but a stick coated with ice shavings. One minor flaw is in the shading of the on-screen icons, so that it's hard to tell when your player takes the puck. There are no problems with the screen moving too quickly or too slowly and obstructing your view of the action. The animation is very slick, and the screen movement is surprisingly fast and fluid. The floating camera looks down on the 3D rink, enabling you to see superb depth and detail. Hull introduces a superb new visual Mode 7 perspective that bears a strong resemblance to Nintendo's acclaimed NCAA Basketball. However, it would've been better if you could set the computer to automatically make line changes for you. Thankfully, the game has some nifty customizing options, though, such as team roster editing and line changes. Unfortunately, you can't play in just a Trophy Tournament, you have to play the whole season and try to qualify. You can practice your skills in an Exhibition, compete in Tournament Mode, or go all-out in adjustable-length Season Play. Hull offers a great variety of options and modes. The only things missing are real NHL team names, but you get real cities and accurate jersey colors. In fact, both expansion teams for '93-'94 (Anaheim and Florida) are included. The stats, compiled after last year's season had ended, are accurate and up to date. There's good news right away - Hull's brought all the NHLPA players with him, making these some of the most complete rosters you'll ever see. Brett Hull Hockey for the SNES plays with as much flash and style as its famous namesake, but this game doesn't quite qualify for the Stanley Cup. Louis Blues right-winger Brett Hull, is lacing 'em up for a new team - Accolade. One of the NHL's premiere superstars, St. ![]()
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