The Skill Stick gave you the power to skid the goalie in NHL 08 - now you can own the 1-on-1 matchup and strip the opposing defender with complete control.
Dynamic AI adapts to your every move on both offense and defense, spotting your tendencies like a coach and making the necessary adjustments to stop your gambling, forcing you to adjust your playing style.
With new skating animations and responsiveness, you have the control to perform crossovers to maintain speed or make sharp turns for an immediate change of direction.