For the first time ever, NHL 09 puts you on the ice as yourself. With the new 'Be a Pro' feature, you can create yourself and your own unique hockey identity and step on the ice and feel the rush of fast-paced game play. Take the experience one step further in 'Hall of Fame' mode where you take yourself, get drafted, work your way up through the AHL and NHL on your way to achieving Hall of Fame status. With an enhanced skill stick and retro NHL94 controls, you now have complete, intuitive, and accessible hockey-playing experience ever.