Play like a superstar with NHL 26's X-Factors

NHL 26 X-Factors

Top 5 Impactful X-Factors

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Offensive X-Factors

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Start playing on Sept 5 and get a head start in initial HUT campaign and WOC season

Deluxe Edition

NHL 26 Digital Deluxe Pre-Order Reward

Digital Deluxe Pre-Order Reward

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7-Days Early Access

Deluxe Edition Pre-Order

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HUT Starter Choice Pack (83 OVR)

Standard Edition

NHL 26 Digital Pre-Order Rewards

Pre-Order Reward

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Immediate Reward In NHL 25 (Matthew Tkachuk 99 OVR)

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4600 NHL Points

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HUT NHL Player Pack

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HUT Icon Choice Pack (1 of 6, 85-86 OVR)

Hockey Ultimate Team (HUT) Heroes pack featuring bold metallic text and dynamic red background design, emblematic of EA Sports branding for NHL games.

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HUT Heroes Choice Pack (1 of 6, 83-84 OVR)

A set of custom-designed hockey gear featuring two jerseys, skates, gloves, a helmet, and goalie pads. The design includes intricate artwork with angelic figures and bold gold and black accents.

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WOC Vanity Set

XP logo in metallic style, featuring bold silver letters "XP" with a dynamic, diagonal design, symbolizing experience points in gaming.

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WOC Battle Pass XP Boost (x2)

500 NHL Points

Play like a superstar in EA SPORTS NHL® 26. From NHL EDGE data powering how superstars perform in-game to a reimagined Be A Pro mode that immerses you in the stakes of playing at the highest level, it’s time to show out and tell the world to Check My Game.

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NHL 26 Pre-Order Bonus

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Immediate Reward In NHL 25 with digital pre-order (Matthew Tkachuk 99 OVR)

World of Chel Battle Pass XP Boost (x2)

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World of Chel Vanity Set

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ICE-Q 2.0 utilizes powerful NHL EDGE data so you can think, move, and play like your favorite superstars. 

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ICE-Q 2.0 powered by NHL EDGE

A revamped Be A Pro mode allows the player to live their hockey journey from rookie to superstar.

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Be a Pro Updates

X-Factors enhances an arsenal of 28 abilities over five different categories.

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X-FACTORS

HUT Seasons is an all-new, dynamic game mode experience where every match-up matters. 


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NHL 26 Official Reveal Trailer

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Slap shots create large rebounds and can cause the goalie to react when hit up high with increases to Slap Shot Accuracy and Power. 


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Rocket


Outlast the opposing team by instantly recovering energy when you become exhausted. 

Must be recovered back to full to trigger again. 


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Second Wind


Spring your teammates by enhancing that pass receiver with a temporary boost of acceleration. 

Unlocks the ability for these players to perform automatic saucer passes. 


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Send It


Utilize catlike reflexes with increase Save Accuracy and Readiness when performing reflex saves and consecutive saves. 

Increased ability to see through screens and react to deflections.


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Show Stopper


Get your team going with body checks that generate additional pressure while also giving a temporary speed and acceleration boost after delivering a hit. 


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Spark Plug


Absorb shots and limit rebound opportunities with an increase ability to acquire the puck on saves and jump on pucks quicker with faster cover speeds.

Unlocks additional windmill reactions and eliminates goalie reactions when hit from shots up high


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Sponge


Disrupt and separate players from the puck with improved poke check accuracy, recovery and defensive skill stick speed. 


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Stick Em Up


Feather saucer passes and make snappy passes in and out of vision with increased Pass Power and Accuracy. 

Unlocks the ability for these players to perform automatic saucer passes. 


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Tape to Tape


Distribute punishing shoulder checks on players with improved hit power that leave opposing players with increased stamina loss and a slowing effect after a big hit.

Perfectly lined up shoulder checks will cause the opposing player to lose their stick. 


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Truculence


Reverse the fortune on opposing players with stronger reverse hits. Fight through push checks with increased strength and balance 


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Unstoppable


Fight through the pain with reduced stamina penalties when body checked or while blocking shots and shrug off lingering slow effects from big hitters.

Unlocks enhanced shot blocking animations, resistant to dropping their stick and makes the player immune to minor injuries 


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Warrior


Turn on the jets and blow past opponents after hitting top speed with increased Speed and Acceleration.
