NHL 09
The 2009 edition of EA Sports ice hockey simulation refreshes all of the existing NHL and international team rosters and schedules and adds the Russian Elite League and sees the the addition of the Be A Pro-mode in which players create a new player and only control him on the field. This mode is also available in multiplayer for up to 12 players in 6-on-6-matches in which every player on the ice is controlled by a human. The defensive stick control has also been revamped and now allows for example to prevent direct passes. And it's possible to control both puck and stick with one hand in the offensive, allowing the player to better outplay the goalie. Of course all this complicates the alrea...
- Genre
- Sports/Soccer
- Year
- 2008
- Developer
- EA Canada
- Publisher
- Electronic Arts, Inc.
- Players
- 8
P2P Netplay available on compatible cores
NHL 09 frequently asked questions
How do I play NHL 09 online with a friend?
NHL 09 (PlayStation 2) can be played online with friends using Etera's P2P netplay. Create a room in the launcher and invite your friend, who joins through the invite. Step by step:
- Download the Etera launcher for Windows or Linux and create your account.
- Ask your friend to do the same and add them to your friends list.
- Pick the game in the library and create a netplay room.
- Invite your friend: they accept the invite and join the room.
- The launcher keeps dependencies on the same version for both players, avoiding desync.
How do I play NHL 09 on PC?
Download the Etera launcher (Windows or Linux), find NHL 09 in the PlayStation 2 library and click to download. The launcher handles the emulator and setup for you.
Does NHL 09 netplay lag?
Etera uses a direct P2P connection between players, which usually means low latency. Results depend on each player's internet quality.
Can I play NHL 09 for free?
Yes. Every account gets a 5-day trial with premium features. After that, the free plan allows 3 new games per day and 1 netplay session per day. Premium raises those limits.
Play NHL 09 on Etera
Download the launcher for Windows or Linux, find this game in the library and play solo or with friends.
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