Poised to defend its title as the #1 rated hockey video game*, ESPN NHL returns to the ice with the confidence of a seasoned veteran. Improved player control, an all-new fighting engine and lightning fast gameplay truly capture the feel and pace of NHL-caliber hockey. Plus, breakthrough new ways to play including online leagues, multi-player mini-games and a deeper franchise mode add endless replay value to an already robust lineup of features. With an exclusive ESPN presentation system - including on-ice action called by Gary Thorne and Bill Clement - ESPN NHL 2K5 makes skating with the NHL’s elite a reality!