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EA Games to End NHL 20 Online Connectivity on September 16

EA confirms that NHL 20 will no longer support online play after September 16, disappointing fans but giving them time to enjoy the game's online features before the shutdown.
EA Games to End NHL 20 Online Connectivity on September 16

Highlights

  • EA will shut down NHL 20's online features on September 16, 2024.
  • This shutdown is part of EA's routine closures of older sports games.
  • Players who enjoy NHL 20's online modes have until September 16 to experience them before they are disabled, while offline play will still be possible.

EA has announced another game joining its list of titles getting discontinued this year, with NHL 20 being the unfortunate addition. EA regularly updates its list of games losing online support, allowing players a window to fully enjoy the games before online features are disabled, though it's always disheartening when a game gets shut down.

EA's sports titles are particularly vulnerable to closures due to expiring licenses and shifting player bases moving on to newer releases. The company has a history of discontinuing sports games, with more planned for 2024. Sadly, NHL 20 is among the titles facing shutdown this year.

As confirmed by TrueAchievements, NHL 20 will cease its online operations on September 16, 2024, affecting players on both PlayStation and Xbox platforms. Previous shutdowns include NHL 19, with NHL 21 also being removed from EA Play. Players keen on NHL 20's online modes should act promptly, as these features will vanish on September 16, though offline play will still be an option.

Upcoming EA Game Shutdowns

  • F1 2011 - March 21
  • F1 2012 - March 21
  • F1 2013 - March 21
  • F1 2014 - March 21
  • F1 Race Stars - March 21
  • Micromachines World Series - March 21
  • Rocket Arena - March 21
  • Kim Kardashian Hollywood - April 8
  • Madden NFL 20 - April 15
  • EA Sports MLB Tap Sport Baseball 2023 - May 24
  • F1 Mobile Racing - May 24
  • Lord of the Rings: Heroes of Middle-earth - May 24
  • MLB Tap Sports Baseball 2022 - May 24
  • Super Mega Baseball 2- July 24
  • NHL 20 - September 16

NHL 20 is just one of the latest EA games set for shutdown. March 21 will see seven titles discontinued, including multiple F1 games, Micromachines World Series, and Rocket Arena. April will mark the end for Kim Kardashian Hollywood and Madden NFL 20, while May 24 will see closures for EA Sports MLB Tap Sport Baseball 2022 and 2023, F1 Mobile Racing, and Lord of the Rings: Heroes of Middle-earth. Super Mega Baseball 2 is next on July 24. While NHL 20 is the furthest out among EA shutdowns, additional games may be added to the list throughout the year.

It's disappointing to see these EA games go, but players have a substantial heads-up to prioritize their gaming experiences. For NHL enthusiasts, NHL 24 is already available, ensuring online play for the foreseeable future.

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