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	NHL Rivals 2004 for Xbox Review - Xbox NHL Rivals 2004 Review
		Rivals 2004 is a simulation-style hockey game that clearly draws influence from gameplay elements found in both EA and Sega's NHL games.
		Rivals' primary player controls, when in possession of the puck, include deke, pass, dump, and shoot buttons, while dive, stick check, body check, and player switch buttons are used when not in control of the puck.
		NHL Rivals 2004 is most certainly geared to cater to fans of simulation hockey but lacks the cohesive gameplay of its competitors.
	www.gamespot.com /xbox/sports/nhlrivals2004/review.html (1212 words)

	NHL Rivals 2004: Xbox Reviews - The Armchair Empire
		Rivals’ fight system is good too, actually allowing you to decide if you want to fight or avoid it completely (but let’s face it, you’ll most likely be dropping the gloves every time).
		And NHL Rivals 2004’s on-ice player animations are weak, with only a few basic animated moves for any player, nowhere near the total you’ll see in EA Sports’ latest offering.
		Much like a NHL expansion team that does unexpectedly well in its initial campaign but doesn’t have any realistic chance of competing for even a number-eight seed playoff spot, NHL Rivals 2004 is a good start for Microsoft’s hockey franchise, but needs many more superstar elements to challenge its competition in the hockey game arena.
	www.armchairempire.com /Reviews/XBox/nhl-rivals-2004.htm (1179 words)

	NHL Rivals 2004 Preview for Xbox - Gaming Age (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		Furthermore, NHL Rivals 2004 allows hockey fans to take their favorite NHL teams on a quest to win the Stanley Cup.
		"NHL Rivals 2004" fans will now be able to organize their own teams, leagues, and schedules from a centralized Web site, and Xbox Live will automatically broadcast up-to-date scores, standings, statistics, and trade proposals to any Web-based device.
		NHL Rivals 2004 will have all the modes of play that hockey fans want including single game, playoff mode, season mode and online play.
	www.gaming-age.com /cgi-bin/previews/preview.pl?sys=xbox&game=nhlrivals04 (1009 words)

	The Armchair Empire - Xbox Previews: NHL Rivals 2004
		Microsoft is hoping to capture some of that Cup craziness in NHL Rivals 2004, which has a plethora of game modes and features that should satisfy even the most rabid hockey fan.
		NHL Rivals 2004 is scheduled to hit store shelves in the fall and will be Xbox Live enabled.
		But the biggest asset by far is that Rivals 2004 will join the other Microsoft sports titles NFL Fever and Inside Pitch (and I well suspect the 2004 edition of Inside Drive) as Xbox Live compatible.
	www.armchairempire.com /Previews/Xbox/nhl-rivals-2004.htm (667 words)

	NHL Rivals 2004 Review (Xbox) at Next Level Gaming! (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		NHL Rivals 2004 is Microsoft’s first hockey game for the Xbox, and it is also the last hockey game to hit the ice this year.
		You would think that with the extra time it took to release Rivals, it would be an impressive game that could go toe-to-toe with ESPN NHL Hockey and NHL 2004, but that is not the case.
		NHL Rivals 2004 has lot of room for improvement, but it doesn’t have what it needs to compete this year.
	www.nlgaming.com /nl/asp/id_753/nl/reviewDisp.htm (990 words)

	WarCry Network (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		NHL Rivals 2004 is Microsoft’s Game Studio and XSN Sports first endeavor in the hockey arena and they came ready to challenge EA Sport’s NHL 2004 and ESPN NHL Hockey for Lord Stanley’s Cup.
		NHL Rivals 2004 allows for up to 6 systems to be connected and will allow up to 10 players to play at one time.
		NHL Rivals 2004 is comparable to EA Sports in incredible graphics, sound effects, and on-the-ice game play but stands out because of its Xbox Live functionality, ability to play up to 10 players at a time, and Custom Soundtrack feature.
	www.warcry.com /scripts/columns/view_sectionalt.phtml?site=15&id=67&colid=1483 (2233 words)

	DailyGame Review: NHL Rivals 2004 [Xbox]
		NHL Rivals 2004 for the Xbox is a fun and realistic game that can be enjoyed by rookies and veterans alike.
		The bone crushing body checks are quite satisfying, as is the ability to pin your opponent against the boards while another member of your team swoops in to steal the puck.
		All in all, NHL Rivals 2004 is a solid hockey game that will be fun for players of all skill levels.
	www.dailygame.net /Articles/Reviews/rivals2k4.html (1108 words)

	NHL Rivals 2004 - XBox Review
		The difference between NHL Rivals and other games in this regard is that the other hockey games have sliders which can be used to tailor different aspects of the gameplay to your preference, allowing for a more enjoyable experience despite (or because of) the increased difficulty.
		NHL Rivals has no such sliders; the difficulty settings are as they are, which makes for either a boring or frustrating gameplay experience, respectively.
		It should be noted that NHL Rivals is a part of the XSN Sports line, and thus takes advantage of XBox Live.
	www.netjak.com /review.php/582 (1498 words)

	3DAvenue.com - Gaming and tech, news and reviews (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		NHL Rivals is Microsofts first foray into the ice hockey arena and with this in mind its an impressive game.
		NHL Rivals is a good start to what will probably become a yearly franchise like NBA Inside Drive and NFL Fever.
		Rivals is most definitely the most impressive first title out of the previously mentioned franchises and if they build upon this and add a franchise mode then a third competitor may truly be in the game.
	www.3davenue.com /index.php?mod=article&id=367 (1318 words)

	Gamerz-Edge NHL Rivals 2004 from Microsoft Studios (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		Released exclusively for the Xbox, NHL Rivals 2004 is a solid hockey game despite a few nagging issues.
		As soon as the puck dropped, I was well pleased with the feel of NHL Rivals 2004.
		As with almost every other sports game released this year, NHL Rivals 2004 attempts to provide a deeper level of control by allowing for use of the right analog stick.
	www.gamerz-edge.com /xbox/reviews/nhlrivals2004.html (973 words)

	The Entertainment Depot - PC / Mac / Console Gaming : Xbox - Reviews - NHL Rivals 2004
		Rather than allow players to make their own dynamic deke on the fly to adjust to the situation, Rivals utilizes a single deke command that produces the same generic animation and results no matter how hard or often you cram on the poor B button.
		Rivals features some of the most sub-par audio to be heard in a sports game.
		It's not that NHL Rivals 2004 is a bad game-its online play and modes, licenses, and innovative role system are all reasons to celebrate the title.
	www.entdepot.com /xbox/nhlrivals2004/review.php (1373 words)

	NHL Rivals 2004 - Xbox - 3 Stars
		There is no denying that NHL Rivals 2004 looks good, but the hockey game underneath the pretty graphics leaves a lot to be desired.
		Simple straightforward hockey was fine back on the SNES, but sports fans want to be a little more involved in their games these days and Rivals 2004 simply can’t compete with what EA and Sega have done this year.
		The only thing the least bit innovative about Rivals 2004 is that you can pass with the right thumbstick, and that seriously pales in comparison with what you can do in other games.
	www.gamesfirst.com /reviews/decUpdate/nhlrivals2004/rivals.htm (1173 words)

	Gaming Illustrated - NHL Rivals 2004 (XBox) Review (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		NHL Rivals portraits the subtleties of the sport of hockey very well, in an exciting package of graphics game play and player/coach options.
		The game play of NHL Rivals is second to none and probably the best of any console hockey game I have seen to date.
		Passing in NHL Rivals takes on a whole new dimension as well with the variety of ways a player can move the puck down the ice.
	www.gamingillustrated.com /nhlrivals2004.php (1044 words)

	NHL Rivals 2004 (xbx: 2003): Reviews
		"NHL 2004" and "ESPN NHL Hockey" are still the cream of the crop, but don't be surprised to see NHL Rivals join them in another year or three.
		The hockey in Rivals is very mediocre; the equivalent of a real-life hockey franchise that's just happy to be in the league and not intent on pursing championship glory.
		NHL Rivals 2004 is a rookie smashed into the boards by league veterans and does not stand a chance in its first season facing opponents ESPN and EA; fortunately rookies can always improve, but I am hanging my skates up for the remainder of this season.
	www.metacritic.com /games/platforms/xbx/nhlrivals2004 (1456 words)

	NHL Rivals (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		What sets Rivals apart from the others is that you can develop instant rivalries with certain NHL teams to create some extra tension during games but these are purely random so real Hockey fans may be a little disappointed.
		Rivals was suppose to boast a cool new Pivot option that let's you stake backwards with the puck but this novelty feature doesn't seem all that important to the game play so I stopped using it.
		NHL Rivals is good for Microsoft's first try because some of the sharp graphics and in-game commentary but all that just isn't enough in a sport where your teeth are optional.
	ryangenno.tripod.com /sub_pages/TTRNHLRivals2004.htm (825 words)

	NHL Rivals 2004 Preview (Xbox)
		With the NHL Hitz series turning “Pro” and the NHL gaming world being rocked by up and coming superstar publishers, Microsoft has jumped into the fray with NHL Rivals, their very first hockey game.
		Rivals looks to be fill the gap between heavy arcade and heavy sim hockey action.
		Well, Rivals has jumped on all the high excitement aspects of the NHL and connected them together nicely with a subtle touch of simulation aspects to keep the die hard fans happy.
	previews.teamxbox.com /xbox/560/NHL-Rivals-2004/p1 (481 words)

	NHL Rivals 2004 Review (Xbox)
		Rivals uses the least amount of real player facial maps of the 4 hockey videogames now available, which makes it feel more mediocre than it should be.
		Rivals does support custom soundtracks when you get tired of the few classic rock n’ roll tunes that are played in between face-offs.
		That being said, Rivals 2004 isn’t able to come close to the level of hockey that their competition has managed this year and being a new franchise mirrors an expansion team in the pros; you can see promise, but there is a long road to hoe.
	reviews.teamxbox.com /xbox/645/NHL-Rivals-2004/p3 (1234 words)

	NHL Rivals 2004: Microsoft Games Studio Interview - Xbox
		NHL Rivals 2004 was built from the ground up for the Xbox console, so that took some time.
		Chip P: As I mentioned NHL Rivals 2004 was built from the ground up to work on the Xbox console and with the Xbox Live service.
		With NHL Rivals 2004, we've tried to create a game that's deep but not overly complex.
	interviews.teamxbox.com /xbox/693/NHL-Rivals-2004-Microsoft-Games-Studio-Interview/p1 (1096 words)

	Xbox.com \| NHL Rivals 2004 - Game Detail Page (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		NHL Rivals 2004 is the Microsoft Game Studios inaugural National Hockey League title for the Xbox.
		NHL Rivals 2004 is part of the new XSN Sports line of games, which takes competition, attitude, and excitement to the next level.
		Veteran NHL announcers: You'll get insight and analysis during gameplay from the veteran broadcasting team of John Davidson and Sam Rosen, with injury and intermission reports from Dick Fain at rinkside.
	www.xbox.com /en-us/nhlrivals2004/default.htm (644 words)

	Kaboose: Entertainment - NHL Rivals 2004 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		Rivals 2004 mimics the passing, checking, and shooting control schemes of other titles, but features a unique Player Role system, which means each player on a team has one of four roles: balanced, sniper, agitator, and enforcer.
		During a game, role-specific situations will crop up, and you'll have to hit the B button to execute a "role move." "NHL Rivals 2004" includes single exhibition, full season, playoffs and tournament modes, but lacks the "franchise mode" so popular with sports video games.
		"NHL Rivals 2004" doesn't have a finely-tuned or responsive control system, which leads to button-mashing on occasion.
	entertainment.kaboose.com /pages/nhl-rivals-2004.html (470 words)

	The Sports Gaming Network (SGN) - NHL Rivals 2004 Review (Xbox) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		Rivals simply meets the same expectations of arcade based hockey titles.
		The dizzying array of options in the 2K and NHL franchises are reason enough to play those games.
		The inclusion of online play is a bonus for Rivals, but there are so few people playing it online that finding a game can be tough.
	www.sports-gaming.com /hockey/nhl_rivals_2004/review_xbox.php (1098 words)

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		NHL Rivals 2004 will provide hockey fans with a variety of game modes including online play, single games and playoffs.
		Nhl Rivals is definitely the best hockey game on the market....
		There's a "2004" hanging off the end of NHL Rivals which means there may be more to come.
	www.xboxaddict.com /products/profile/product.php?Product_ID=612 (2587 words)

	NHL Rivals 2004
		A core group at Microsoft worked on the title for nearly a year before the title was again shelved to ensure successful delivery of other, higher profile sports titles due for the launch of the console in late 2001.
		Finally, in early 2002, the green light was given to start internal development on "Project Cujo", the codename for NHL Rivals.
		We had always envisioned that this title would be the start of a series of hockey titles under the "Rivals" banner, so it was important to establish a franchise vision that defined not only what kind of game we wanted to make in 2004, but also for future versions of the title.
	home.comcast.net /~alshen/project_nhlrivals.htm (1105 words)

	NHL Rivals 2004 Electronic Gaming Monthly - Find Articles
		GREG S: I have given a name to my pain, and it is NHL Rivals.
		Rivals is fundamentally flawed: Your teammates constantly wander offside; you actually slow down when you get the puck; players are called for roughing when all they did was bump into another guy; goalies never leave the crease; penalty shots are never called.
		Granted, Rivals is clearly not the best hockey game in town, but for a first effort, it could’ve been worse.
	www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_zdegm/is_200401/ai_n9512995 (428 words)

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		When “NHL Rivals 2004” from Microsoft arrived at my “Hockeytown” address for review, I had high hopes.
		“Rivals” coverboy Steve Yzerman is not only my favorite hockey player ever, but one of my favorite athletes in the world.
		The only thing worse than seeing Steve Yzerman breakaway, get behind two defenders, deke the goalie out of his pads, only to clang it off the post; is to have the sound of the puck hitting the post sound like a mouse swinging a toothpick at a crystal bell.
	www.operationsports.com /reviews.aspx?game=nhlrivals2004 (697 words)

	NHL Rivals 2004 Xbox Review - CGN (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		The controls in NHL Rivals 2004 are quite obviously taken from their EA and Sega counterparts, but with good reason.
		Overall NHL Rivals 2004 does a sub par job on the gameplay aspects with the main bright spot being the categorization feature.
		NHL Rivals is one of the two options for online hockey play on the Xbox, as Electronic Arts has passed on supporting Xbox Live!
	www.cgno.com /reviews/382.html (1188 words)

	IGN: NHL Rivals 2004
		Control an NHL team on a quest to win the Stanley Cup, or take on your friends in a single game between two bitter rivals.
		NHL Rivals 2004 Movies and Screens - July 31, 2003
		Microsoft's sports lineup adds NHL Rivals 2004 to the mix of Xbox Live titles.
	xbox.ign.com /objects/015/015223.html (569 words)

	NHL Rivals 2004 for Xbox at nGaming (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
		There are 4 NHL Rivals 2004 cheats in the nGaming database.
		NHL Rivals 2004 has not been rated yet.
		Search for NHL Rivals 2004 and related products on eBay.co.uk.
	www.ngaming.co.uk /games/1645.php (147 words)

	Gaming Nexus
		The graphics in NHL Rivals are solid but lag behind the other hockey franchises.
		The players all have generic faces so if youâre looking to see your favorite players on the ice the only way youâll recognize them is by looking at the number on their back.
		NHL Rivals does get some bonus points for some cool sound cues (whenever you pause you hear âWeâll be right backâ from the announcer).
	www.gamingnexus.com /Review.asp?ID=420 (747 words)

	Fragland.net \| Reviews ::: NHL Rivals 2004
		A somewhat late release compared to last years NHL 2004 (EA), but this shouldn’t be a problem.
		As usual, NHL Rivals gives you all the possible playmodes you can wish for in a hockeygame varying from: Exhibition- to Season mode.
		Rivals is no exception here as players often go head to head for some good old “woop ass”.
	www.fragland.net /index.php?page=reviews&rid=321 (648 words)

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