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NHL 21 Release Date: Launch date leaked? Early access, EA Play, news, updates & more

EA have given us tons of new information on NHL 21, and we also got the Official Reveal Trailer.

One of the most important bits of new information is when we’ll finally be able to play NHL 21!

Here’s everything you need to know.

Latest New – Official Reveal Trailer

The first look at NHL 21 has gone live!

The Official Reveal Trailer has landed and given us a look at the cover star, Alexander Ovechkin.

Release Date

NHL 21 has an official release date of 16 October!

READ MORE: NHL 21 Demo: Beta release date, Download, Teams, Game Modes, and more

There will also be 3 days of Early Access for players pre-ordering the Deluxe or Great Eight Editions of the game.

EA Play

There is sure to be a 10 hour trial on EA Play too.

READ MORE: NHL 21 Ultimate Team: HUT RUSH, Features, Pre-Order Bonuses & more

Both Madden 21 and FIFA games get this treatment, so NHL fans will get to try it first on EA Play.

No PS5 or Xbox Series X versions

NHL 21 will not be developed for next-gen consoles according to a development update from EA. This means the game will have no Xbox Series X or PS5 release.

CURRENT-GEN EXCELLENCE: NHL 21 is making a stand on current-gen quality over next-gen exclusive features

Instead EA is focusing on gameplay features for current-gen consoles PS4 and Xbox One.

READ MORE: NHL 21 Trailer: Official Reveal, Gameplay, Cover Star & more

NHL 21 will still be playable on next-gen consoles thanks to forward-compatibility.

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