FAQ de EA SPORTS™ NHL 27

What is EA SPORTS™ NHL® 27?

EA SPORTS™ NHL® 27 brings every NHL team's identity to life on the ice, in the arena, and through the broadcast.

Experience Authentic Atmospheres across all 32 NHL arenas with real-world goal songs, a new broadcast package, and updated crowds.

A refreshed broadcast package featuring John Buccigross and Darren Pang delivers new commentary, modern graphics, updated visuals, and richer storytelling for a more authentic NHL presentation.

Connected Franchise lets you create and run your own online league with up to 32 human-controlled teams, complete with customizable rules, flexible scheduling, roster management, and powerful commissioner tools.

On the ice, 32 unique Team Playbooks powered by NHL EDGE data bring authentic team identities to life. From breakouts to special teams and late-game strategy, every matchup feels more distinct, making every shift matter.

What platforms is NHL 27 available on?

NHL 27 is available on current-generation consoles: PlayStation 5 and XBOX Series X|S

Is NHL 27 single-player or multiplayer?

NHL 27 supports single-player and multiplayer gameplay, including local multiplayer, local co-op, online multiplayer, and online co-op.

Will NHL 27 support Crossplay?

Crossplay is available in  NHL® 27 with improved capabilities that let you play against AND with players in Ultimate Team and World of Chel for the most connected Chel experience yet. These improved capabilities mean that your competitor pool will continue to grow, and you can also team up with even more friends in your favorite online-enabled modes.

Crossplay allows players on PlayStation 5 and XBOX Series X|S to compete against each other in online modes, opening up a larger matchmaking pool and faster, fairer matchmaking. EA Connect integration provides a unified social experience for players across platforms, with shared leaderboards, player cards, and more.

Do I need to have an EA Account to purchase and play NHL 27?

You DON’T need an EA Account to purchase NHL 27. 

You DO need an EA Account to connect to the EA Server and play online modes.

You CAN play offline modes only without an EA Account

Do I need to play a previous EA SPORTS NHL game before playing NHL 27?

No. NHL 27 is built to be approachable for new players, even if you’ve never played the series before. The game includes an On-Ice Trainer feature that provides live tips and guidance while you play.

Is NHL 27 included with EA Play or Xbox Game Pass?

EA Play Members can play a 10-hour Early Access trial of NHL 27 starting September 4th. Plus, score recurring member rewards and more.

An EA Play membership is included with XBOX Game Pass Ultimate.

What editions are available?

NHL 27 is available to pre-order in two editions: Deluxe and Standard. For a full breakdown of what’s included with each edition, visit the pre-order details: https://www.ea.com/games/nhl/nhl-27/news/nhl-27-pre-order-details

When can I play NHL 27?

NHL 27 launches worldwide on September 11, 2026. 

Players who pre-order the Deluxe Edition can start playing early on September 4 with 7 Days of Early Access.

EA Play Members can also try NHL 27 early with a 10-hour Early Access trial beginning September 4.