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NHL 22 Game Mode Updates

Every mode in NHL 22 has been updated, reimagined, or refined, from World of Chel to Be A Pro to Franchise mode to Ultimate Team.

X-FACTOR INFLUENCE

Superstar X-Factors have been injected into every mode in NHL 22, so everyone has a chance to use these game-changing abilities on the ice.

Ultimate Team

50 X-Factor players will get special upgradeable versions called Power-up player items in HUT. These items start out lower rated than the player's base item, but they can be upgraded at launch to be +1 OVR from their base. These items can be upgraded further throughout the season based on live content, and as they move up the "upgrade tiers" they might unlock new synergy slots, customization options, or ability unlocks. It costs either HUT Coins or special Power-up collectibles to upgrade a Power-up item.

World of Chel

Take your World of Chel competition to the next level with custom player classes and X-factor abilities. Now you can customize your ratings and unlock X-Factors and Boosts to improve those ratings as your player levels up. You have the freedom to create and level up a player that is built for your style of hockey to compete against the best that World of Chel has to offer. Raise your Rank during seasons and climb the ladder to achieve greatness.

Be a Pro

Similarly to World of Chel, in Be A Pro you can earn X-Factor abilities as you progress and upgrade your player. Choose your paths and storyline, then complete long-term challenges to unlock X-Factor abilities.

Franchise

New X-Factor reports in Franchise mode show X-Factors on both pro and amateur scouting reports, adding another layer to the Fog of War system that requires scouting to unlock. Use X-Factor reports to plan and build your team, as these abilities can influence trade value and team management. Maximize line chemistry by utilizing players with different X-Factors that complement each other.

More New Features

Ultimate Team

Unlock and choose all-new synergies to plan your team building and maximize how your HUT squad performs on the ice. Normal player items have 1 synergy slot, but Power-up items can get up to 3 total slots via upgrades.

Revamped World of Chel Hub

Quickly access game modes, player customization, clubs, rewards, challenges, and stats in a completely new and redesigned hub. We know you love World of Chel, so we made it even better.

New World of Chel Social Widget

World of Chel is meant to be social! Invite friends, hang out, and enjoy hockey your own way in the new World of Chel Social Widget. Invite your friends to your home group in the Social Widget, then play game modes together. Seamlessly bring your Social Widget home group to different game modes.

World of Chel Hub Visuals

The new World of Chel Hub environment will change depending on game modes played and the seasons that are currently active. For club users, your Hub will reflect your club's arena customization and progression.

Be A Pro

Live your dream hockey career in new ways with fresh multi-season storylines and challenges. You'll have more options than ever: take on long-term goals like building a dynasty early in your career like Crosby, or go for consecutive Cups on different teams like Maroon. It's your story, so write it your way.

Franchise

Start your NHL 22 Franchise with the Expansion Draft! Build a new team from the ground up, and you can choose either the Seattle Kraken or add a 33rd team to the league and draft with them. If you choose an existing team, you'll have to decide which players from your roster that you want to protect from getting selected by the expansion team.

New Gameplay and Presentation Features

Frostbite™-powered gameplay updates across EA SPORTS™ NHL® 22 include new physics, updated visuals, and realistic animations.

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Order the X-Factor Edition to get Dual Entitlement** to play on both Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One or PS4 and PS5 and get bonus content across game modes.

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