ESPN NHL 2K5

ESPN NHL 2K5 is a hockey simulation game developed by Kush Games, Inc. and published by Sega. It includes standard sports game modes alongside an expanded Franchise mode with an e-mail system and a broader coaching staff, including head, offensive, defensive, scouting, and goaltending coaches.

Contract negotiations use money rather than points when signing players. Additional options include Skills mode challenges such as accuracy shooting, puck control, hardest shot, and fastest skater. Party Mode supports one to four players in quick-action events, including a free-for-all where players race to score while a moving cinder wall intermittently blocks the net.

Release date: September 1, 2004
Platforms: Microsoft Xbox, PlayStation 2