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NHL 21 – reviews and rating

NHL 21 has an average rating of 78% based on 2 reviews from English-language gaming websites. Critics agree – the best rating was given by HardcoreGamer (4/5), the worst by Game Informer (7.5/10). The game was released on October 16, 2020 for Xbox One and PlayStation 4.

Updated Oct 16, 2020

What critics praise

„NHL 21 has taken the best of what has been offered this generation in the series and sprinkled goodness on top.“

4/5 HardcoreGamer

Game info

Release date: Oct 16, 2020
Platforms: Xbox OnePlayStation 4
Genres: Sports
Developer: EA Vancouver
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Reviews count: 2

Where to buy

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FAQ

What is the rating of NHL 21?

NHL 21 has an average rating of 78% based on 2 reviews from English-language gaming websites. Critics agree – the best rating was given by HardcoreGamer (4/5), the worst by Game Informer (7.5/10).

When was NHL 21 released?

NHL 21 was released on October 16, 2020.

What platforms is NHL 21 available on?

NHL 21 is available for Xbox One and PlayStation 4.

Is NHL 21 worth playing?

Mostly yes. NHL 21 has an average rating of 78% – it is a good game, but with some flaws. Critics largely agree on the rating.

What games are similar to NHL 21?

Games similar to NHL 21 are for example Life is Strange - Episode 4: Dark Room, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon 2, Sky Force Reloaded, BioShock: The Collection and Need for Speed Heat.

Statistics

Critics consensus

Critics agree

Spread of ratings: 5 percentage points
Standard deviation: ± 2,5
Best rating: 4/5 HardcoreGamer
Worst rating: 7,5/10 Game Informer

The distribution of rating

1 70

1 80

Number of reviews in rating ranges (%)

Ranking

#418 of 544 games released in 2020 better than 23 % of games

By the average of all reviews

Comparison of ratings

Critics in this language2 reviews 78%
Foreign critics9 reviews 61%

Local critics rate the game higher by 17 %.

Reviews

7,5/10

Game Informer Oct 16, 2020

For now, NHL 21 gets the job done, especially if you want to play a fancier, flashier game.

4/5

HardcoreGamer Oct 16, 2020

NHL 21 has taken the best of what has been offered this generation in the series and sprinkled goodness on top. Be A Pro is a much-needed change and is the first innovative offline mode since implementing the expansion draft. It’s deep enough and feels fresh and could rejuvenate buzz into the series. HUT remains HUT with just more ways to grind for cards. Franchise Mode’s new coaching options are a...

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