The EA Sports NHL 26 10-hour EA Play trial from Electronic Arts is available now on Xbox Series X|S, giving players a limited window to test the full game with progress carryover. The trial includes in-game rewards and a purchase discount for EA Play members, which may affect early adoption decisions.
Progress made during the trial carries forward if the full game is purchased, and EA Play members receive a 10% discount on EA digital purchases including NHL Points. The trial awards a starter bundle, 3,000 WOC Coins and Season Pass XP Multiplier Tokens, plus recurring rewards tied to membership. Session time is capped at a 10-hour play window connected to EA Play access. Conditions, limitations, and exclusions apply; full details are available in the EA Play Terms.
Ice-Q 2.0, powered by NHL Edge, adjusts Attributes and Tendencies and adds a Goalie Crease Control System intended to make decisions and positioning feel closer to how real players move. The visual package includes the Delta Center arena, updated net mesh behavior, player neck guards, and a dynamic menu with improved font readability. Be A Pro mode has been overhauled with fresh storylines, characters, and cutscenes that trace a path from World Juniors to a pro debut, including the pressure of first professional games and post-game pressers. These changes aim to narrow the gap between spectacle and believable moments on the ice.
Full rollout details and availability are listed on the official announcement page.
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