SEGA's 'NHL: Eastside Hockey Manager 2007' Faces Off For The New Hockey Season

SEGA of America and SEGA Europe announced NHL: Eastside Hockey Manager 2007, the sequel to last year's NHL: Eastside Hockey Manager, for the PC and Mac. Developed by Sports Interactive, creators of the Worldwide Soccer Manager series, NHL: Eastside Hockey Manager 2007 will be available September 22, 2006 via digital download from www.eastsidehockeymanager.net.

Officially licensed by the National Hockey League and the National Hockey League Players' Association, NHL: Eastside Hockey Manager 2007 offers players an unrivalled hockey management experience, with a brand new game engine to bring the player even closer to the action during each nail-biting game. New tactical settings now give players even greater control over your team's playing style, with a plethora of additional options. Will players take advantage of new tactical options for breakouts, fore checking and implementing zonal systems to steer their franchise to Stanley Cup glory? Or will they place their faith in designated playmakers and face-off takers to carry their team to World Championship victory?

"With NHL: Eastside Hockey Manager 2007, we are bringing a truly immersive management experience to the hardcore hockey fan," said Scott A. Steinberg, Vice President of Marketing, SEGA of America. "Just in time for the fantasy hockey season, players will be able to create their own dynasty by applying realistic strategies and tactics that put them in total control of the action on and off the ice."

Sports Interactive has been working to create a new and improved feel to the 2007 edition, with a new cutting edge interface to make navigation more intuitive to beginners and veteran players alike. NHL�: Eastside Hockey Manager 2007 allows you to manage your own franchise in over 20 playable leagues from around the world, including the NHL, AHL, Major Junior, DEL and Swedish leagues. No other hockey game has more licensed leagues. The player database has been vastly expanded since last year, now boasting an incredible 45,000 players and staff at your disposal, with a shot-stopping total of 3,000 teams from around the globe.