NHL Developer Insights: NHL 2K10 Graphical Improvements

**Scottdau** · 08-25-2009, 09:29 PM

Re: NHL Developer Insights: NHL 2K10 Graphical Improvements

Originally posted by TIm

Big JOEY T!!!! I tell ya man...He was one of my favs on the bruins. Always loved to watch the Sharks because of him. Now he has a hard time producing in the playoffs but things will change... Maybe it will be the Sharks and B's in the Stanley Cup finals>.. thay would rock. I like you Scott but not enought to route for the sharks over the B's!!!!! LOL

I understand, I have a feeling ESPN would be all over that match up!

It is cool having 2 games to choose from. I think I am only getting one game this year. So I will try both and pick the one that has what I like.

**MizzouRah** · 08-25-2009, 10:40 PM

Re: NHL Developer Insights: NHL 2K10 Graphical Improvements

Are we going to see intros for every game in franchise mode?

**Scottdau** · 08-25-2009, 10:59 PM

Re: NHL Developer Insights: NHL 2K10 Graphical Improvements

Originally posted by MizzouRah

Are we going to see intros for every game in franchise mode?

That is the big question!

**slickdtc** · 08-25-2009, 11:25 PM

Re: NHL Developer Insights: NHL 2K10 Graphical Improvements

Originally posted by MizzouRah

Are we going to see intros for every game in franchise mode?

I have a feeling they will. I mean, they seem to really be pushing that improvement this year. There's no reason to not use it every game. And to stay pessimistic, that's a reason why they wouldn't! Ha!

I think the game looks great. Everyone rags on the models, goalie masks, whatever it is. I guess it does annoy me a bit, but I've never been one for some mostly minor disproportions to ruin my gaming experience. I mean, I love NFL 2k5 and one of the most glaring flaws in that game is the players running like they have something up their butts.

What I love the most is that each arena has it's own unique lighting. I believe I've said it before, but I think that's going to go a long way towards immersing you in the game. Playing in Philly will feel like playing in Philly. I might be just as excited for home game #41 as I am for home game #1. But I may actually dig going on the road a lot more; get a taste of the whole league.

I'll finish off this post with my favorite screenshot, the Detroit Red Wings intro. The glow around the stands gets me jacked up just looking at a still shot. It makes me recall the Orange Crush in Philly before some playoff games. Being up near the top and seeing all the people, wearing those orange shirts in unison... it gives me chills. Just awesome. It's part of what sports is all about. But anyway, the shot:

**Eddie1967** · 08-26-2009, 12:33 AM

Re: NHL Developer Insights: NHL 2K10 Graphical Improvements

Originally posted by TIm

You are cracking me up man!!! How did I know you would be right up in this graphical thinG!!! LOL....

J/K Scott I like gettin you rowled up.. Player models do look good... Arenas look good. And to the person above saying Buffalos arena isn't correct, That may be but it's still better then a generic arena!!! Right

Your right it's much better than that game that STILL has generic arenas. How many years is that now? For shame.

**Eddie1967** · 08-26-2009, 12:36 AM

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Originally posted by slickdtc

I have a feeling they will. I mean, they seem to really be pushing that improvement this year. There's no reason to not use it every game. And to stay pessimistic, that's a reason why they wouldn't! Ha!

I think the game looks great. Everyone rags on the models, goalie masks, whatever it is. I guess it does annoy me a bit, but I've never been one for some mostly minor disproportions to ruin my gaming experience. I mean, I love NFL 2k5 and one of the most glaring flaws in that game is the players running like they have something up their butts.

What I love the most is that each arena has it's own unique lighting. I believe I've said it before, but I think that's going to go a long way towards immersing you in the game. Playing in Philly will feel like playing in Philly. I might be just as excited for home game #41 as I am for home game #1. But I may actually dig going on the road a lot more; get a taste of the whole league.

I'll finish off this post with my favorite screenshot, the Detroit Red Wings intro. The glow around the stands gets me jacked up just looking at a still shot. It makes me recall the Orange Crush in Philly before some playoff games. Being up near the top and seeing all the people, wearing those orange shirts in unison... it gives me chills. Just awesome. It's part of what sports is all about. But anyway, the shot:

Great post and you said the right word "immerse" this game is more than just game play it looks deeper than I ever could have imagined.

**Eddie1967** · 08-26-2009, 12:39 AM

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"We had a great foundation for arenas in 2K9. What we needed was the authentic detail and feel of their true life counter parts. To do this, our Environment Lead James Lingo, along with John Lee and Ray Wong, focused on the unique qualities of each arena, with lighting playing a key role. From the warm hues in Pittsburgh’s Mellon Arena to the cool tones in Atlanta’s Philips Arena, finding the right atmosphere of each environment helped elevate their depth and reality. With great lighting, our characters also benefit, giving them the look of actually existing in that particular arena.

As for specific details, from the correct glass type, to the top board colors and even tunnels, all were completely remodeled, textured and lit. Another notable change is player entrances, which are now unique to each arena".

Unbelievable how much effort they put into the presentation/atmosphere. Every bit of info we get takes this game up another level. Now that's what I call attention to detail. Any game without top notch presentation is in a word "boring" IMHO.

**Scottdau** · 08-26-2009, 12:46 AM

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I agree Eddie. I love what I am seeing. Just a sick game!

**Eddie1967** · 08-26-2009, 12:49 AM

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Originally posted by Scottdau

I agree Eddie. I love what I am seeing. Just a sick game!

Yes it is, sick sick sick. Can't wait, just a few more weeks although I won't get to play it until the 18th.

**Scottdau** · 08-26-2009, 12:51 AM

Re: NHL Developer Insights: NHL 2K10 Graphical Improvements

Originally posted by Eddie1967

Yes it is, sick sick sick. Can't wait, just a few more weeks although I won't get to play it until the 18th.

Bummer I will be all over this the first night.

**Eddie1967** · 08-26-2009, 01:19 AM

Re: NHL Developer Insights: NHL 2K10 Graphical Improvements

Originally posted by Scottdau

Bummer I will be all over this the first night.

I'll be on the road the week of release, but when I get back on Friday, it's going to be a long night.

**Scottdau** · 08-26-2009, 01:44 AM

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Sweet, I think I might take that day off.

**savoie2006** · 08-26-2009, 04:07 AM

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OK, 2K, even though I'm gonna buy this on day one, I would still like to see some solid gameplay footage. They say they are working on that, but are they really, or was that a cloud of smoke that went up my bum? We appreciate the blogs, the pics, and all, but the gameplay vids will seal the deal, unless they are from IGN of course.

**TIm** · 08-26-2009, 06:20 AM

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I watched a old preview video and they were showing 2 different game. I don't know if it was my eyes, The video quality, or what but I swore I saw different shades on the ice surface... Edmonton Ice and San Jose Ice.... can anyone confirm that? That would be a amazing touch

**Flyermania** · 08-26-2009, 09:50 AM

Re: NHL Developer Insights: NHL 2K10 Graphical Improvements

Originally posted by Eddie1967

Your right it's much better than that game that STILL has generic arenas. How many years is that now? For shame.

Arenas are nice, but for many people it's the gameplay that matters.

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