Gretzky NHL 2006 for PlayStation 2 takes the virtual ice with popular gameplay options, including practice mode, exhibition mode and online mode with 64-team tournaments.
Additionally, a revamped Franchise Mode lets players run the series as owners of NHL and AHL teams, while an expanded Rivalry Mode tracks and records statistics from head-to-head battles. lead for the duration of the rivalry. For players who want to get into the game, the EyeToy feature offers players the ability to take a snapshot of themselves, put their face in the game and dress up as or against their favorite NHL player.