Michael Brook on Producing NHL 94 - Extended Interview (Patreon)
Published:
2023-12-17 14:00:07
Edited:
2024-10-04 16:49:42
Imported:
2026-06
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UNLISTED YOUTUBE LINK: https://youtu.be/UtF7gFmrkfc
For our NHL 94 documentary we talked to Michael Brook about so many aspects of the production of the game that much of it landed on the cutting room floor. Until now.
0:00 - Early EA/First Madden Game5:24 - NHL Hockey16:21 - Game Design for Hockey21:37 - Audio Design25:28 - Innovation/Attention to Detail30:18 - AI Adapting to Player32:22 - Fun vs Realism33:32 - Swingers35:15 - Why NHL94 Is Special39:28 - One Timers41:05 - Origin of Instant Replay42:32 - Benefits of Small Team44:00 - Penalties/Shootouts45:40 - Connection to Real Sports49:30 - Other Versions/Old vs New53:25 - Studio Atmosphere56:00 - Wrapping Up 58:10 - Danny's Mega Drive Game