: You create a custom skater and attempt to work your way through a career to become an NHL superstar. In the "next-gen" versions (PS4/Xbox One), this mode was criticized for being "watered down," as it removed the ability to start in the junior leagues (WHL/OHL/QMJHL) and forced players to jump directly into the NHL.
For a deeper look into the history of the franchise and how NHL 15 fit into its timeline, you can watch this retrospective: NHL 15
: At launch, it lacked core modes like the EA Sports Hockey League (EASHL), Online Team Play (OTP), and even basic features like a "sim to next shift" option in Be a Pro. : You create a custom skater and attempt
: The game's struggles were partly attributed to the development team losing staff to the EA Sports UFC title during the transition to new hardware. : The game's struggles were partly attributed to