As of my last update in September 2021, NHL 2004 is a sports video game developed by EA Black Box and published by EA Sports. It is part of the long-running NHL (National Hockey League) video game series. Below is an overview of the game's information, features, gameplay, and system requirements:
**Game Information:**
- Title: NHL 2004
- Developer: EA Black Box
- Publisher: EA Sports
- Release Date: September 22, 2003
- Platforms: PlayStation 2, Xbox, GameCube, PC
**Features and Overview:**
- Real-Life NHL Teams and Players: NHL 2004 features official NHL teams and players from the 2002-2003 NHL season, providing an authentic hockey experience.
- Game Modes: The game offers various modes, including Exhibition, Season, Playoffs, and a Dynasty mode where players can manage a team over multiple seasons and make roster decisions.
- Create-a-Player: Players have the option to create their custom hockey player, including appearance, attributes, and playstyle.
- Soundtrack: NHL 2004 features a soundtrack with licensed music to enhance the in-game experience.
- EA Sports Online: The game supports online play, allowing players to compete against each other over the internet.
**Gameplay:**
NHL 2004 follows the traditional gameplay of ice hockey, with players controlling a team and competing against opponents on the ice. The objective is to score goals by shooting the puck into the opponent's net while defending their own goal from the opposing team's attacks.
The game features intuitive controls, allowing players to perform various maneuvers such as passing, shooting, checking, and deking. NHL 2004 aimed to provide an authentic and immersive hockey experience, capturing the fast-paced and physical nature of the sport.
**System Requirements (PC):**
Please note that system requirements may vary depending on the platform and the specific version of the game. As of my last update, the minimum system requirements for NHL 2004 on PC were as follows:
- **Minimum System Requirements:**
- OS: Windows 98/ME/2000/XP
- Processor: Pentium III 700 MHz or equivalent
- RAM: 128 MB RAM
- Graphics: 32 MB DirectX 8.1 compatible video card (NVIDIA GeForce 2/ATI Radeon 7000 or higher)
- DirectX: Version 8.1
- Storage: 800 MB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX 8.1 compatible sound card
