Macklin Celebrini Stars as NHL 27 Cover Athlete, Brings Back Connected Franchise

Macklin Celebrini is the cover athlete for NHL 27, which is set to release on September 11 with early access for Deluxe Edition owners on September 4. The game promises a significant overhaul of its presentation, with a return to a television-style broadcast experience.

What's new in NHL 27?

NHL 27 will feature a new dynamic crowd system, allowing for more realistic and varied reactions from the audience. The game will also include licensed goal and hype songs, eliminating the random soundtrack music that was present in previous versions. The development team has worked closely with commentators John Buccigross and Darren Pang to create a more authentic broadcast experience.

Bringing back Connected Franchise

One of the most exciting features of NHL 27 is the return of Connected Franchise, a mode that allows players to experience the game in a more realistic and immersive way. This mode will be available in the game, providing players with a more authentic experience.

Every team is its own unique team

NHL 27 will feature 32 teams, each with its own unique identity and atmosphere. The game will use NHL Edge data and authentic arena atmospheres to create a more realistic experience. The development team has worked to capture the culture of each rink, making each team feel distinct and authentic.

A new look and feel

NHL 27 will have a new dynamic lighting model and a cinematic orchestrator system, allowing for more realistic and varied lighting effects. The game will also feature a new score bug and presentation overlay, which will be more serious and dramatic than previous versions.

Macklin Celebrini, the NHL 27 cover athlete, expressed his excitement about the game's new features. "Seeing the Shark Tank brought to life like that is honestly unreal," he said. "The detail the studio team put into it: from our pre-game entrance skating out through the shark head and the iconic lighting on each seat throughout the stadium to hearing our goal song every time we score: it feels exactly like being out there for a real game. They really captured the atmosphere."

The game's development team has worked hard to create a more authentic experience for players. With its new features and realistic atmospheres, NHL 27 is shaping up to be a must-play for hockey fans.

The game will be available on September 11, with early access for Deluxe Edition owners on September 4. Players can look forward to a more immersive and realistic experience, with a focus on authenticity and realism.