Release from 14.08.2017

Erste Bank Eishockey Liga in EA SPORTS™ NHL™ 18

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Being part of EA SPORTS™ NHL™ 18 for the first time Erste Bank Eishockey Liga captures the world of gaming. As sixth European top league Erste Bank Eishockey Liga is admitted into the game's newest version. NHL™ 18 is available worldwide on September 15, 2017 for Xbox One and PlayStation 4.

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Fans of Erste Bank Eishockey Liga can win the championship trophy with their team - on the games console. Due to the new partnership with EA SPORTS, Erste Bank Eishockey Liga will be integrated into the upcoming version of the world's most played hockey game for the first time. In addition to the on-ice action, there will also be an on-screen title race now. As in all other leagues, the twelve Erste Bank Eishockey Liga teams are fully licensed. The look and feel does not only shine up with players and jerseys but also in the rink with authentic in-arena atmospheres.

„We are proud that Erste Bank Eishockey Liga is now part of the virtual world, it was a further step in our development. With EA SPORTS we have found the perfect partner. To play with their favourite team will cause great amusement to the fans of Erste Bank Eishockey Liga. Furthermore it's a great opportunity to bring hockey fans from other countries closer to our thrilling league“, says Erste Bank Eishockey Liga's general manager Christian Feichtinger.

EA SPORTS NHL™ 18 is available worldwide on 15 September. NHL™ 18 delivers the creativity of today's young NHL with new Creative Attack controls and the first-ever Defensive Skill Stick. Play the fast-paced, arcade-inspired 3-on-3 EA SPORTS™ NHL™ THREES mode, or reshape the league entirely with the new Expansion Draft and your own custom 32nd NHL team. Do it all with the most co-op and competitive multiplayer options ever delivered in an EA SPORTS NHL™ game. To pre-order NHL™ 18 now, visit the official website.
 
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