NHL 25 finally has a release date.
The wait for a confirmed release date for NHL 25 is finally over. After a summer of silence, we now know when we can expect the latest iteration of EA's popular Ice Hockey game.
We also now have confirmed details for NHL 25 early access, some of the new features we can expect and more.
So, when can you finally get your hands on NHL 25?
When is the NHL 25 release date?
NHL 25 releases on Friday October 4, 2024. This means that fans can get their hands on the game just in time for the 24-25 NHL season, which starts the following Tuesday. A whole weekend of NHL 25 action followed by a week of the real thing!
The game should release worldwide at 12pm Eastern Time. Here's a countdown to when that is wherever you are in the world:
NHL 25 release
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NHL 25 early access
Of course, you don't have to wait until October 4 if you just can't wait that long for NHL 25. If you pick up the Deluxe Edition of NHL 25 you can get a huge 7 days early access. NHL 25 early access starts on September 27.
Purchasers of the NHL 25 Deluxe Edition also get other bonuses like NHL points and a HUT Wildcard Starter Choice pack.
Stay tuned to esports.gg for more NHL 25 news and updates.