NHL 24 How To Defend | Detailed Tutorial

[@NintendoBossGeowoj]

I’m new to sports gaming and I was so frustrated there wasn’t a tutorial anywhere in NHL 24. Thank you for the tutorial! This is wildly helpful and clear.

[@Soulreclaimer65]

Man I am so glad it was not just me ROFL

[@steviesoprano]

yeah, NHL really needs a detailed tutorial feature on their games. Even me who is used to playing NHL (very casually) wanted to play some tutorials

[@the.wayne.b]

there is a controls tab somewhere in game. i forget where, but i learned all the dekes from that list.

[@AEGIPAN101]

I'm new to it too, but I played like 5 hours of an indie game called Tape 2 Tape and it helped prepare me a little

[@mnmfreak502]

Every time I try to make a move defensively it's a penalty or does nothing. But when I have the puck I get flicked in the face or murdered he loses the puck. I'm a new player and don't know how to play and playing career with a useless player. Just a recipe for frustration and anger.

[@nathancarpenter6053]

Anticipation bud. The game moves fast. Pull the move where the player is going to be not where he’s at currently

[@mnmfreak502]

@@nathancarpenter6053 it's tough for newbies

[@dsuly125]

Must play me a lot

[@jif420]

I’m not a new player and I’m experiencing the EXACT same thing as you. The game is just bad. Play one of the older nhls they are way more enjoyable than this trash

[@mnmfreak502]

@@jif420 nhl 96 on sega Genesis was my shit back in the day.

[@tmwii8795]

This was very solid! The stick lift and tie-up I didn’t know. I miss when EA included a training/tutorial which covered moves, and made you complete them to get the 3 checks. 2019 was the last I’ve seen this. Like the slow mo demos you did and. When to use and not to use.

[@HitThatBlinker]

couldn’t have said it better myself

[@FMXndMXismylife]

I’m trying this game for the first time and I totally agree. It’s wild the don’t have a tutorial section

[@joshbrown9926]

You can get away with so much interference and simultaneously you can’t get away with anything this year it’s crazy. Like I’ve had guys full truculence body check my guys without the puck and nothing but I’m trying to smack a rebound and flicking up causing my guy to smack a player instead of the puck and that’s gonna get a penalty.

[@Etanyos]

It definitely makes for more entertaining gameplay this year since there is the factor of randomness involved

[@roberthicks2909]

​@@Etanyosit's way less entertaining

[@AtebitAcorn]

@@Etanyosit’s not random. He’s complaining about when he gets hit immediately after a shot or probably a pass. It’s a legal hit. He just doesn’t know the rules. As far as trying to go for a shot, you’re spamming the shoot button without even knowing if you have the puck,, you deserve the penalty.

[@animateacumen9396]

Would say you can also tie up stick in front of the net by holding A (X) but they have to basically not be moving. I've not had much luck with tie up net battles either. Even getting poked from behind when skating it out. And although LB shot block not the best, that was actually how I got my early levels, find it pretty easy to LB bloc, it's been fairly reliable, which is why to goalies, unless there's no defender in front I'd stay standing for the high shot.

[@tonysrstrm3522]

FINALLY A VERY GOOD EXPLANATION AND ABSOLUTELY HELPFUL. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING THIS TUTORIAL.

[@banditbliqz]

Great video, exactly what i was looking for ! Keep it up 👍

[@pegasusair1471]

Thanks for you video. Its my first time nhl. Which of the 3 controlling option that i can choose, i have to choose, if i want to play with your controlling

[@donkakokabron8994]

Ty i had trouble in front of my net and behind it but that hold y tips gonna help alot !

[@phouleSk8s]

The flip clearance hasn’t changed. It’s always been RB/R1 flip up on skill stick. People have been just wristing it in the past. Which hats off to EA cause there’s a difference IRL too.

[@4.grabbs]

How i do hip checking on hybrid?

[@Volkovic7013]

Dear Ref, why would i use stick lift to slash when I can just whack them with L2+Triangle. Sincerely, the A-hole on Defense

[@enixgg]

Great Video! Never played NHL before but after this video my defending got a lot better.

[@Etanyos]

Love to hear that!

[@stevechristensen4468]

Your way of explaining defense is 1 of the best here on u tube

[@flollo8934]

Any tips on how to defend players constantly holding L3 for puck protection? Shit like this feels so unrealistic. I hate that style of playing 😅

[@Etanyos]

Just give them a push with the right stick. Don't go for the big line-em-up hit, just shove them and them you can try to get the pick easier

[@TinoMSM]

Why can’t I intercept a puck even if I’m literally in the way of it

[@Anonymous2cents]

You don't want to have your player in the way of it. You want your stick in the lane, with a minimal need to reach. LT also increases the chance that you will intercept greatly. If you are playing chel with a d guy you will want to have at least high 80s defensive awareness, the squid perk is very helpful also. I also find that taller players are much better at intercepting the puck, my guy is 6'3. I will say that 6'1 is the "meta" but I find the taller 6'3 is more effective for me.

[@Dylan.supreme]

Bro so many new players here I’ve been playing nhl since the GameCube days how do ppl not know how to play nhl it’s been out for decades

[@colekaner8999]

anyone watching this after november 23, hip checking has been patched severely and requires much more timing and speed to work properly, so don’t rely on them like the previous update allowed us to 👍👍

[@Chronic-ASAP105-cx4gm]

Great news for the hip checks! Haven't played this game yet but I always considered to be in the minority for using it. It was very effective in 22 and 23 as a D man. I'm assuming it's back to normal. Boards is where you want to use it at most time's. It's fool proof. 1/2 when I want to keep a puck up top near near my half wall, I elected to send them flying mid air to crash into the board's. In the DZ if they're setup and their D man comes down your lane, hip checks in the corner. If someone is going around your net, hip checks them. There's so many places to use it lol.

[@ojibwe_86]

I’ve played 38 games as an offensive defenseman. I have 10 goals and 47 assists. I join the rush sometimes and I always back check. I rarely body check, or stick check. It seems some people when playing 6v6 feel strongly about a dman joining the rush and joining the rush in the neutral zone and then stopping at the blue line on the point. Why is this?

[@Gamerhicks8849]

They are shifting back Toronto sweet 😊

[@UFOsAreRealArea51]

I need go know how to in game substitute players. Any video on youtube about this?

[@Etanyos]

@UFOsAreRealArea51 what game mode are you playing?

[@UFOsAreRealArea51]

@@Etanyos I believe it's hybrid. I will have to check next time I'm playing. I usually hit the d pad to the right and it brings up who's on the floor and some players will have a low orange bar and when I highlight them no matter what button I push I can't swap them out. I'll probably have to go to my settings and do some adjusting.

[@stevechristensen4468]

Great video do u use hybrid Controls or skill stick? I don't know how to use skill stick can u be a good defender with hybrid controls? Thanks for your the info

[@Etanyos]

I personally use skill stick. Honestly, there is not a lot of variation between the two controller settings, just a couple buttons swapped here and there. My best advice for becoming a good defender in NHL (especially 24) is to be patient. Don't over commit to plays, keep your defensive structure with your team and you'll keep getting better!

[@daviddhoughton]

@@Etanyos do you recommend sticking to one player while defending or jumping to a different person based on who has the puck?

[@Etanyos]

@davidhoughton5653 for zone defending, I would recommend sticking to between 1 and 3 defenders you switch to. If you're playing the transition then go for the puck more than playing a zone defense and letting the ai do some work l

[@daviddhoughton]

@@Etanyos thanks man 🙏🏽

[@MrYawwwn]

I’ve missed more hits in this game than I have hit hit sticks in madden….

[@mikeggg1979]

I was getting 10 penalties a game lol off poke checks, I fixed that by lower penalties to 0 in settings now it’s a free for all

[@Etanyos]

Yeah, unfortunately the poke-checking mechanic is broken so either you have to be extremely stingy with your poke checks or turn it off like you did lol

[@rolmontana1573]

is good but i have a problem when i play in career mode the circle button is now work for body checking is for like the player go automatly to the bench for player change and idk how to change it someone knows pls because idk how

[@johnlarsson6973]

Stick lifts extremely prove to penalties? I almost never get penalized on them

[@GeorgeRMN]

How do you get the 'Extend the twig' achievement. Is there a good time to laydown the defensive stick to deflect a shot away from the goalie. ...And have you tried using this in 1's eliminator.

[@Etanyos]

I'm not aware of this achievement? Is it from 1's, because I really don't play a lot

[@GeorgeRMN]

@Etanyos the achievement works in any game mode. It's conditions are 'deflect a shot with the defensive skill stick'.

[@rachidbouchoua2490]

Hi there , I'm Moroccan and I'm a huge NHL fan, i decide to play total controll thanks to u bud !

[@YotesFan1980]

Having trouble on Be a Pro with the “Guard the Net” task. Help?

[@Etanyos]

You either need to bump players away from the front of the net by using the left joystick, or you need to tie them up by pressing left trigger when you get near them

[@naido8607]

what rooster do you use ?

[@LizardSkin]

I get poke checked cleanly from all angles. This game is simply who knows how to abuse mechanics the most

[@system331]

Do you use protect puck? It can be frustrating to always lose the puck.

[@LizardSkin]

@@system331 got a lot better since complaining here. Still dont use that mechanic like all the elites do. It takes away the feel of an actual hockey game. I love using the dekes and snapping the puck around passing. Ill use it in a realistic way when driving around someone but thats about it

[@michaelharris-2001]

Hips checks are way too over powered. I don't understand how i fall down if I'm going 1mph

[@RAME716]

When I hit circle to hit the stagtegy stuff comes up help

[@DanC2352]

how do you corral the puck with your skate?

[@Etanyos]

I believe it's just a computer animation. I don't think there are controls attached to it

[@DanC2352]

@@Etanyos damn ok thanks

[@whitmer73]

How do you win a face off hybrid controls

[@johnlarsson6973]

Kek

[@DanC2352]

stick checking is great but many times it messes up ur goalie if close to the net. your goalie will turm into an idiot

[@Etanyos]

@@DanC2352 yeah I've had my fair share of goals against from that lol

[@mitchkupietz]

Best video on D thank you bud

[@zero_nochi6881]

Havent played since nhl21 and to me be a pro feels horrific as defence. If you miss a hit or anything it just stops your player completely. Its awful

[@8BYTENYTE]

I just want to know how to freaking get the objective COVER THE POINT done. Why does no one have this

[@Etanyos]

Ooh, that's a good question. What does it say for that one? Like what is it asking you ti achieve?

[@8BYTENYTE]

@@Etanyos its asking me to cover the point. This task has been messy to achieve for multiple nhl games. the instructions are as follows: when the opposing team has the puck in our zone as a winger you should cover the point man.

[@Etanyos]

@8BYTENYTE Okay, my only recommendation to you are to get your player between the defender and the puck carrier when they have possession in your end. Maybe try giving the dman a few shoves with tye right stick to when you're close to him. Just one at a time or you'll take interference penalties

[@Etanyos]

Also check out One Tee Glory's videos as he usually plays as a winger

[@8BYTENYTE]

@@Etanyos this use to be the way to clear it i believe in 16? Maybe last was 19. Now its been very inconsistent but ill try these tips and get back to you. Ill also check out the person you mentioned. Wish me luck! Ty

[@user-xk7qw7ng4k]

More how to’s pleas e

[@Highjax]

My defenders just stand and watch. It’s a 2 man rush every time.

[@thegadflygang5381]

I used to love shot blocking Now its just a penalty everytime

[@mitchkupietz]

Also you hit a dude hard enough and their teammate will throw gloves with you instantly lol

[@MikeAlexander-m4b]

If they wanna make this game actually realistic, they need to tone down the penalties. There is absolutely no way humanly possible that many penalties happen in a game. It’s a complete joke!

[@addictedtragedyx]

Just turn off penalties. So much funner

[@Etanyos]

Lol, that would defeat the purpose of me making this video!

[@thouse5870able]

Evrytime I read a pass perfecr I never pick intersept it only tip I have def awr all way up broke ass game

[@jpm7049]

How do some players only just magnetically steal the puck from you with such ease??? No poke checks, stick lifts, bumps or anything!! It’s like if they’re within a breathe of me the puck just jumps off my stick and goes to them. I played this for a while thinking I’d figure it out but gave up trying. Deleted this waste of time and money

[@LTHLECICEBREAKERS]

You’re basically reciting the menu and using common sense. A tip would be to talk about holding B vs tapping B to check. Up in the right stick to shove in front of the net. Tie up is essential for defending in front of the net. Long breakout passes aren’t advisable unless using a perk or using high passing and other stats. We have talked about back skating vs forward skating in the D zone, what handedness you should be for side, position and player you should be watching. Come on bud. Zero tips here. Did I mention gap control? Anyways good presentation but maybe get a little more in depth.

[@GooseGumlizzard]

game us fucking dogshit. Im going back to NHL17 last time series was abt good

[@williammallery6832]

This teaches nothing about positioning. No wonder why there’s so many bad defenders out there. Jeez

[@Etanyos]

Well if you can't understand basic positioning, then idk if this video will help you. You can't make plays if you're out of position. Simple as that. This is for all the players who can initially keep their defenders in position lol

[@williammallery6832]

I meant more so there’s no videos explaining basic defence. That’s why when you go into drop ins it’s a mess. This teaches the basic inputs of the game and gives good information about the inputs. But it would have been 5star if you explained transition back into the dzone or how to play when they’re cycling around the boards in the dzone

[@williammallery6832]

I’m an owner for a team in one of the smaller leagues and it’s hard trying to teach new people to the game about the game of hockey. Was hoping this video helped. It’s still a good video just wasn’t what I was looking for.

[@Etanyos]

@@williammallery6832 noted! I'll make a video on that! Thanks for the feedback!

[@Etanyos]

@williammallery6832 no worries! I'll have one out within the next couple of weeks, so maybe you'll be able to use it as a teaching reference then! Thanks for the idea 💡 also what console do you play on?

[@matusmokos3371]

this game is nice peace of shit.....in online versus you can't even win 1 match because every defensive move is penalty 😂😂

[@hibbity_hooblah]

This game is trash. Good video tho

[@jessiejames683]

Totally agree BAP is trash. XP platform is worthless, so much would love for Dumbass EA would go back to XP platform from 14. Manually put your points where you want.

[@timmiller8495]

Fu$& this game