NHL 21 early access is live, which means players can hop right onto the ice via EA Play trial, or via pre-ordering the Deluxe or Great Eight editions of the game!
Let's go over what the game has to offer, and its latest news as we approach release day.
Latest News - First Impressions of NHL 21
Now that we've had time to explore NHL 21 via early access, we have put together our first impressions across gameplay and game modes like HUT, World of Chel, Be A Pro, Franchise, and more.
You can read over our takeaways so far here!
NHL 21 Pre-Orders
The official release date of NHL 21 is 16 October, but that doesn't mean you have to wait until then to fire up the game.
Players can play NHL 21 now via EA Play, or by pre-ordering the Great Eight or Deluxe editions of the game.
NHL 21 Standard Edition Pre-Order
The Standard Edition is $59.99/£54.99, and if you pre-order you'll guarantee your copy for 16 October.
You can put in your pre-order here!
PRE-ORDER NOW: NHL 21 Standard Edition
This pre-order will come with the following bonuses:
- Up to 2 HUT Diamond Player Choice Packs (1 per month for 2 months)
- 1 Unlocked Hockey Bag
- Be A Pro XP boost, Specialization Points, and Bonus Trait
NHL 21 Deluxe Edition Pre-Order
If you're looking for some extra bonuses for HUT and more, this might be your fit.
At $79.99/£79.99 it is more money, but you get a lot of bang for your buck.
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For pre-ordering the Deluxe Edition, you get the following bonuses:
- 3 days of Early Access from 13 October
- Up to 5 HUT Diamond Player Choice Packs (1 per month for 5 months)
- HUT Synergy Veteran Choice Pack (Choice 1 of 10; +1 OVR per month until August 2021)
- HUT Cover Athlete Choice Pack (Choice 1 of 6)
- 2 World of Chel Hockey Bags
- Be A Pro XP Boost, Specialization Points, and Bonus Trait
NHL 21 Great Eight Edition Pre-Order
For players that want to go the extra mile and start with the most early advantage for modes like HUT, the Great Eight Edition is the fit for you.
Pre-ordering the Great Eight Edition comes with the highest price tag at $99.99/£89.99
PRE-ORDER NOW: NHL 21 Great Eight Edition (Ultimate Edition)
But for this money, you'll pick up some extra content.
- 3 days of Early Access from 13 October
- Up to 10 HUT Diamond Player Choice Packs (2 per month for 5 months)
- 1 HUT Synergy Veteran Choice Pack (Choice 1 of 10; +1 OVR per month until August 2021)
- HUT Cover Athlete Choice Pack (Choice 1 of 6)
- 5 World of Chel Hockey Bags
- Be a Pro XP Boost, Specialization Points, and Bonus Trait
Official Reveal Trailer
The Official Reveal Trailer is more than enough hype to get players excited about this year's hockey sim!
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WATCH THE NHL 21 TRAILER BELOW!