This years game looks like another good one. Who else is gonna get it?
i have it pre ordered, plus I got the demo the day it came out. I have beat team canada a number of times(only NEED to do it once to get the upgraded pack). So far the limited NHL 11 demo is superior in hitting, passing, and overall defending. Glitch goalers are gonna be upset because I Think its easier to stop glitchers with the improved defensive options (improved hitting, poke check, etc)
it remains to be seen what online improvements have been made, but im locked in in buying it no matter what.
apparently if you download the demo, you earn bonus card packs that will be available to your account as soon you purchase the full game on september 7th. If you beat team canada you will get an upgraded card pack with a uber rare card. You can earn 2 card packs, one for playing the demo, one for inviting friends to download and play the demo. if you beat team Canada in Hockey Ultimate Team (HUT) you will get one of your bonus packs upgraded with the uber rare card.
here is a forum that has some good info on all things EA NHL
NHL® Online - NHL Series: EA Forums