kipwinger 8,524 Report post Posted September 3, 2015 Can't believe what some of you are saying. Being a Cup contender every year was awesome. Just don't forget, we weren't exactly winning it every year. Teams like Colorado, New Jersey, Dallas and Philadelphia were perennial contenders as well. There was only one Cup to go around. It was very competitive. Rebuilding mode is only fun for video games when you're doing GM mode. If the success of video game GM modes, and Capgeek, and fantasy hockey, are any indication, quite a lot of people find drafting, developing, building, trading, signing FAs, scouring the waiver wire, and other personnel moves extremely interesting. Think about it, when you play video games, or participate in fantasy sports, is the actual game play the funnest part? Or is it all the stuff you do in the lead up to the season, or the game, what's satisfying? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrazekFanBoy 223 Report post Posted September 3, 2015 I love be a pro, but i can play gm mode for hours without gegting bored it never gets old to me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kickazz 5,459 Report post Posted September 3, 2015 If the success of video game GM modes, and Capgeek, and fantasy hockey, are any indication, quite a lot of people find drafting, developing, building, trading, signing FAs, scouring the waiver wire, and other personnel moves extremely interesting. Think about it, when you play video games, or participate in fantasy sports, is the actual game play the funnest part? Or is it all the stuff you do in the lead up to the season, or the game, what's satisfying? I enjoy winning. I enjoy watching my favorite teams win and bring glory back. It's more fun * Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,794 Report post Posted September 3, 2015 If the success of video game GM modes, and Capgeek, and fantasy hockey, are any indication, quite a lot of people find drafting, developing, building, trading, signing FAs, scouring the waiver wire, and other personnel moves extremely interesting. Think about it, when you play video games, or participate in fantasy sports, is the actual game play the funnest part? Or is it all the stuff you do in the lead up to the season, or the game, what's satisfying? For me it's the gameplay. The other stuff is important, but not something I enjoy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kipwinger 8,524 Report post Posted September 3, 2015 (edited) For me it's the gameplay. The other stuff is important, but not something I enjoy. Well it takes all kinds. But I suspect you may be in the minority there. If it was all about the game play for most people, why bother picking a particular team? Or making trades/FA acquisitions? Why think so much about a fantasy draft? Might as well just do it all at random if the most satisfying parts are what occurs in real time. But I'm genuinely not criticizing you here, because I know that people like different things. It's one reason why people either love or hate baseball. Because all of the interesting stuff happens before the game play. Before the ball is in motion. If you're the kind of person that loves the fluidity of real time sports, baseball is probably torture. But if you love the planning, preparation, strategy, etc. you probably love seeing the outcome of your critical thinking. Edited September 3, 2015 by kipwinger Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NitzGuy 38 Report post Posted September 3, 2015 (edited) If the success of video game GM modes, and Capgeek, and fantasy hockey, are any indication, quite a lot of people find drafting, developing, building, trading, signing FAs, scouring the waiver wire, and other personnel moves extremely interesting. Think about it, when you play video games, or participate in fantasy sports, is the actual game play the funnest part? Or is it all the stuff you do in the lead up to the season, or the game, what's satisfying? I tried to tell myself I liked playing the games but I soon found myself simming more and more games until I was just simming the whole season and concentrated on building my roster. I think the games got repetitive after a while while building didn't. Edited September 3, 2015 by NitzGuy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kipwinger 8,524 Report post Posted September 3, 2015 I tried to tell myself I liked playing the games but I soon found myself simming more and more games until I was just simming the whole season and concentrated on building my roster. I think the games got repetitive after a while while building didn't. Like I said, it takes all kinds. I'm like you, but some folks probably aren't. But I don't think anybody, regardless of their personal preferences, can deny the allure that the management aspect of the game has for a ton of fans. It's WILDLY popular. Like I said, look at the popularity of fantasy sports, or the "armchair GM" function on GAPGEEK (RIP). Whether it appeals to us personally, it's obviously something that tons of people really get into. And personally, I get really juiced up for it as well. Hell, outside of the playoffs, the biggest events in hockey involved roster management. The draft, free agency, and the trade deadline all get more interest than the all star game or the NHL awards. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Son of a Wing 1,644 Report post Posted September 3, 2015 For all those who enjoy the management of a hockey team, I'm genuinely surprised their is a bigger community for Eastside Hockey Manager. Especially since its gone on Steam. Obviously it's more complicated than NHL15 but is about 100x more in depth and enjoyable/gratifying. Not to mention it's just $14.99. 1 LeftWinger reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
number9 3,297 Report post Posted September 3, 2015 For all those who enjoy the management of a hockey team, I'm genuinely surprised their is a bigger community for Eastside Hockey Manager. Especially since its gone on Steam. Obviously it's more complicated than NHL15 but is about 100x more in depth and enjoyable/gratifying. Not to mention it's just $14.99. Is it any good? Have any issues with it? I tried something similar once and it was really glitchy/bad Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,794 Report post Posted September 3, 2015 If the success of video game GM modes, and Capgeek, and fantasy hockey, are any indication, quite a lot of people find drafting, developing, building, trading, signing FAs, scouring the waiver wire, and other personnel moves extremely interesting. Think about it, when you play video games, or participate in fantasy sports, is the actual game play the funnest part? Or is it all the stuff you do in the lead up to the season, or the game, what's satisfying? Did I ever tell you how on NHL 2000, I would always put an enforcer on every team I had? I suggest you do the same when building your teams. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kipwinger 8,524 Report post Posted September 3, 2015 Did I ever tell you how on NHL 2000, I would always put an enforcer on every team I had? I suggest you do the same when building your teams. I'm good. I've got EA Sports UFC already. That game is awesome. I use Ronda Rousey and beat up on all the dudes. It's super life like. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
number9 3,297 Report post Posted September 3, 2015 I'm good. I've got EA Sports UFC already. That game is awesome. I use Ronda Rousey and beat up on all the dudes. It's super life like. IMHO WWE 2K15 is slightly better Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Son of a Wing 1,644 Report post Posted September 3, 2015 Is it any good? Have any issues with it? I tried something similar once and it was really glitchy/bad It's improved a ton since being on Steam. Definitely worth a try. I will warn it's extremely addictive though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kickazz 5,459 Report post Posted September 3, 2015 I haven't been more involved and interested in the red wings since these last few rebuilding years idk why I can agree with that terminology. I am definitely more involved as well. But I did prefer the winning. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,794 Report post Posted September 3, 2015 I'm good. I've got EA Sports UFC already. That game is awesome. I use Ronda Rousey and beat up on all the dudes. It's super life like. If (and a big if) I ever beat Bloodborne, I might give that game a shot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockey13Playa 240 Report post Posted September 5, 2015 I suggest heading over too http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/board/fhm-2-general-discussions/and checking out that forum; they will be releasing FHM2 later this month. They have a great team around them and a very successful baseball sim called OOTP - which I have and its insanely customizable down to every little detail you like. FHM2 will be following this model and should be a fantastic game once its released. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
