

EA Sports has released Update 1.2.0 for NHL 26, and it’s a beefy one. The update is intended to refine gameplay with smarter goalie behavior, improved penalty box transitions, and tweaks to passing and energy mechanics, while Be a Pro sees major progression and dialogue fixes that should smooth out the career experience. World of CHEL players benefit from better stability and matchmaking, as well as fixes to customization and party bugs. Hockey Ultimate Team receives major quality-of-life improvements, including multi-select for Sets, easier lineup building, and support for multiple Captains per season.