NHL 06 is a sports video game developed by EA Canada and published by Electronic Arts. It is part of the NHL (National Hockey League) video game series and was released in 2005. Below is an overview of the game's information, features, gameplay, and system requirements:
**Game Information:**
- Title: NHL 06
- Developer: EA Canada
- Publisher: Electronic Arts
- Release Date: September 6, 2005
- Platforms: PlayStation 2, PlayStation Portable (PSP), Xbox, PC, GameCube
**Features and Overview:**
- Real-Life NHL Teams and Players: NHL 06 features official NHL teams and players from the 2005-2006 NHL season, providing an authentic hockey experience.
- Skill Stick: NHL 06 introduced the "Skill Stick" feature, which allows players to have more control over their stick handling and shooting.
- Create-a-Player: Players have the option to create their custom hockey player, including appearance, attributes, and playstyle.
- 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.
- Soundtrack: NHL 06 includes a soundtrack with licensed music to enhance the in-game experience.
**Gameplay:**
NHL 06 follows the 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 offers fast-paced and responsive controls, allowing players to perform various maneuvers such as passing, shooting, checking, and deking. The introduction of the "Skill Stick" feature allows for more intricate stickhandling moves, providing players with a deeper level of control over their players' actions on the ice.
**System Requirements (PC):**
Please note that the system requirements for NHL 06 are for the PC version, as of my last update in September 2021. The minimum system requirements were as follows:
- **Minimum System Requirements:**
- OS: Windows 2000/XP
- Processor: Pentium III 933 MHz or equivalent
- RAM: 256 MB RAM
- Graphics: 32 MB DirectX 9.0c compatible video card (NVIDIA GeForce 3 or ATI Radeon 8500 or higher)
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 1.2 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card
