3 on 3 NHL Arcade gets one week exclusivity on PSN

by Andrew Yoon { Feb 4th 2009 at 4:28PM }

We have a feeling that maybe, just maybe, EA has a total secret crush on PlayStation Network. Last week, it gave PS3 owners access to a free exclusive Mirror's Edge level. This week, it's giving PSN users one week early access to the first EA Sports-branded downloadable game, 3 on 3 NHL Arcade.

Matt Maher, lead designer of the game, explained the inspiration for NHL Arcade on the PlayStation.Blog. "There are no options out there for consumers to play an Arcade style hockey game ... and the NHL dev team felt that we could fill this void with a top quality product and give the users a game to enjoy."

NHL Arcade will feature online play and support for Trophies. The game will be available tomorrow for $9.99.

Gallery: 3 on 3 NHL Arcade

Tags: 3-on-3-nhl-arcade, EA, nhl, psn

Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)

dicknjane @ Feb 4th 2009 4:42PM

um, horray?

greg @ Feb 4th 2009 4:42PM

I'll make sure it runs smoothly before buying. I'd hate to buy a game that people don't play becasue it's broken at first. This looks really cool though.

DeathroW @ Feb 4th 2009 4:47PM

They want to get a few extra sales from people who jump in, not really knowing what the game will be like due to the fact there will most likely be no demo.

I mean, if it was on xbox live at the same time and it was rubbish, word would spread and PS3 owners would be more hesistant to buy it.

CrashSpyro123 @ Feb 5th 2009 11:45AM

There is a PSN demo. I'm downloading the one from the UK store right now.

Sheen @ Feb 4th 2009 4:52PM

It sounds like it has 6 man local play...this might be a purchase for me then.

JC @ Feb 4th 2009 6:19PM

I might just pick this up since its priced so well

Meteor Freak @ Feb 4th 2009 5:29PM

NBA Jams on Ice?.... if so I'm in!

heypaul @ Feb 4th 2009 8:06PM

Actually, Meteor, that already exists. ;)

http://www.arcade-history.com/?n=2-on-2-open-ice-challenge&page=detail&id=12

heypaul @ Feb 4th 2009 8:07PM

Actually, Meteor, that already exists. ;)

http://www.arcade-history.com/?n=2-on-2-open-ice-challenge&page=detail&id=12

OddyOh @ Feb 4th 2009 5:40PM

Sweet...day one purchase. Hockey and Burnout is all I play. Hopefully this is a return to the glory days of NHL Hitz! "Knock knock? Who's there? A big painful bodycheck!"

Jack Tretton @ Feb 4th 2009 5:46PM

"There are no options out there for consumers to play an Arcade style hockey game ... and the NHL dev team felt that we could fill this void..."

They want to fill the void
They want to fill the empty spaces
But I won't let them consume me
With the rest of the lifeless faces

Game_playa @ Feb 4th 2009 5:58PM

One exclusive I'm NOT excited about

Barry32171 @ Feb 4th 2009 6:30PM

I would love a good hockey game, which can allow quick play. This may or may not fit that bill, but the price is appealing...

Angel Mass @ Feb 4th 2009 6:46PM

Wassup with the big heads

nes @ Feb 5th 2009 12:54AM

I miss NHL Hitz!! Can't wait to check this out.

John @ Feb 4th 2009 10:44PM

Do my eyes deceive me? The greatest electronic hockey player set to make a return to the digital ice? I saw Roenick in one of the clips there. Day 1 buy. Loved playing with him in NHLPA 93.

blue_beast99 @ Feb 5th 2009 12:33AM

I hope you're ready for a bit of a downer though.. NO FIGHTING! .. yea, WTF.
Oh, and theres no real modes other than, "arcade"... it looks nice, and might be fun for about 5 games.. then what? This could have been a MUST have for hockey fans, instead It'll be another shallow way to charge 10 bucks.

John @ Feb 5th 2009 3:34PM

I don't think you get it... Arcade hockey. No fighting, no line change, no penalties either. Big hits, ludicrous goals, unrealistic power ups, short games. That doesn't make the game boring or repetitive by any means.

Check the link up above for a similar styled game.

Since Europe got a demo, looks like we might get one as well (?)