15: Nhl

: At launch, it lacked core modes like the EA Sports Hockey League (EASHL), Online Team Play (OTP), and even basic features like a "sim to next shift" option in Be a Pro.

Outside of the gameplay, "NHL 15" is often remembered for the controversial "story" of its own release. It was the first entry for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One consoles and is widely cited as a "failed to launch" title due to a massive lack of features compared to previous years. NHL 15

: You create a custom skater and attempt to work your way through a career to become an NHL superstar. In the "next-gen" versions (PS4/Xbox One), this mode was criticized for being "watered down," as it removed the ability to start in the junior leagues (WHL/OHL/QMJHL) and forced players to jump directly into the NHL. : At launch, it lacked core modes like

For a deeper look into the history of the franchise and how NHL 15 fit into its timeline, you can watch this retrospective: : You create a custom skater and attempt

In the context of the EA Sports franchise, " NHL 15 " does not have a scripted narrative or cinematic "story mode" like those found in more recent entries (e.g., the reimagined story in NHL 26 ). Instead, any "story" is player-driven through its career and management modes. Player-Driven Story Modes