NHL players react to their digital likenesses in NHL 27

More than a dozen NHL players reviewed their digital avatars following the release of the NHL 27 facial scans. The scans, which feature detailed renderings of league athletes, recently went viral on social media platforms. Feedback from the players was mixed, as many expressed satisfaction with the accuracy of their virtual counterparts while others questioned the likenesses of themselves or their teammates. The players compared their own avatars to those of their peers to determine which scans were most successful. This reaction follows the recent integration of these player models into the latest version of the hockey video game franchise. EA Sports, the developer, typically updates these assets to reflect current rosters and physical appearances for the annual game release.

• 3:35 PMESPN — 'Not as bad as some of the others': NHL players react to their odd NHL 27 facial scans