With the introduction
of RPM Tech in NHL19,
we delivered a revolutionary new
skating engine that overhauled
control and
responsiveness in our skating.
In NHL 20, we're using the
same cutting edge technology
to deliver RPM tech
benefits to the stick,
resulting in the unprecedented
improvements to shooting,
puck pick-ups, upper
and lower body fluidity,
and goaltender animation.
Thanks to RPM Tech
2.0, NHL 20 now looks,
feels, and plays
better up and down the ice.
In NHL 20, with a complete
overhaul to shooting animations
and introduction
of Signature Shots,
every shot is different.
Signature Shots showcase the
unique styles and attributes
of individual players.
Whether you're Auston Matthews
setting up a toe
drag wrist shot,
P.K. Subban with a
high-windup booming slap shot,
or Ovechkin with a
seamless one time,
you'll be able to
feel like a superstar
and snipe like one too.
In addition, RPM Tech allows
us to add contextual shots,
giving you realistic
animations in any circumstance.
In NHL 19, shot
animations lacked full coverage,
meaning players took unrealistic
or ineffective shots.
In NHL 20, contextual shots
allow the player to take the
correct shot in the correct
situation by taking into account
multiple factors
including distance from the net,
puck placement, and
movement coming out of dekes.
Imperfect Passes will force
the player to have to readjust,
reducing accuracy and strength,
where Precise Passes will result
in a powerful, accurate shot.
Contextual Shots will
reward better body positioning,
timing, and Twitch Skill,
allowing for more fulfilling
and realistic gameplay.
RPM Tech also adds another level
of responsiveness to gameplay
through explosive transitions.
In NHL 19 a player would enter a
glide and lock trajectory
when receiving the puck,
forcing the player to slow
down or lose responsiveness.
In NHL 20, explosive transitions
allow you to take the puck in
stride, anticipate a turn
before receiving the puck,
and retain your speed, allowing
every player to make plays in
motion just like NHL superstars.
We've heard your feedback
and we've raised
the game for goalies.
In NHL 19, goalies did not
have the expansive tool set
to control the puck,
too often resulting in soft
rebounds and scoring chances.
In NHL 20 goalies in position
and in control will have the
ability to take over the game
with all-new controlled saves,
redirects, and a whole
new suite of covers.
Additionally, AI goalies are
more aware of threats on the ice
impacting their positioning
and how they handle the puck.
With the addition of
RPM Tech to the stick,
explosive transitions, and
all-new tools for goalies,
NHL 20 delivers the most
responsive and realistic
gameplay the NHL
franchise has ever seen,
making the game feel
better, play better,
and look better.
