Game Modes

Be A Pro

A revamped Be A Pro mode allows the player to live their hockey journey from rookie to superstar with fresh storylines, characters, challenges, and cut scenes.

The image depicts hockey players wearing black jerseys with the number 26 on one jersey, standing in a hallway. The NHL 26 logo is visible in the bottom right corner.

The image depicts hockey players wearing black jerseys with the number 26 on one jersey, standing in a hallway. The NHL 26 logo is visible in the bottom right corner.
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Your Career Journey

Play your way from the World Juniors semi-finals to the draft and experience the emotions of your first pro game after getting picked. Then go from the highs of being a human highlight reel to the lows of working your way back to the pros from the minors.

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In NHL 26, Pressure+ boosts momentum, Backhand Beauty enhances backhand shots, and Send It improves passing, each with increasing benefits at Specialist, All-Star, and Elite levels.

Your Pro, Your Way

Craft your personality and playstyle on the big stage. From the abilities and X Factors you use to being a brash superstar or humble locker room hero, your Create-A-Player is as unique and dynamic as you are.

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Feel Like A Pro

Genuine tunnel walkouts for a selection of NHL teams and all-new facial animations bring an extra dose of authenticity to your journey to the Cup.

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On The Record

All-new media scrums truly put you in the shoes of your Be A Pro player, letting you get grilled–or praised–by reporters. Every response affects how your player will grow, so respond to every question carefully as you define your legacy with every word.

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Image showing Carolina Panthers star Matthew Tkachuk skating on the ice with his stick behind his head, with the EA SPORTS NHL 26 logo in white.

NHL 26 OUT NOW

Hit the ice today in EA SPORTS NHL® 26 and experience how NHL EDGE data powers your favorite superstars, a reimagined Be A Pro mode, and more.

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