Description:
The NHL 23 X-Factor Edition was the premium version of the game, designed primarily for players who wanted a head start in the Hockey Ultimate Team (HUT) mode, extra bonuses in other modes, and the ability to play on both console generations.
Here is a breakdown of the key content included in the NHL 23 X-Factor Edition:
Major Benefits
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Dual Entitlement: This was arguably the most important feature. It allowed you to play both the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 versions of the game, or the Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S versions of the game, on the same account.
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3-Days Early Access: Buyers of the X-Factor Edition could start playing the game three days before the standard worldwide launch date.
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4600 NHL Points: This is the in-game currency used primarily to purchase packs in the Hockey Ultimate Team (HUT) store.
Hockey Ultimate Team (HUT) Content
The edition provided a significant boost to a player's starting HUT roster:
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HUT X-Factor Player Choice Pack (1 of 18): Allowed you to choose one permanent X-Factor player item from a select group of 18 star players.
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HUT X-Factor Power-Up Starter Pack (Instant): Provided the initial items needed to begin upgrading one of your X-Factor Player items.
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X-Factor Women HUT Choice Pack (1 of 4): A choice pack featuring one X-Factor player from a selection of four female superstars.
World of Chel (WoC) and Be A Pro (BAP) Bonuses
The premium edition also included content for the online multiplayer and career modes:
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5 World of Chel X-Factor Zone Ability Unlocks (Instant): Unlocks for the player-customization in the World of Chel mode.
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Be A Pro X-Factor Slot Unlocks (2), XP Boost, and Bonus Trait Points: Content to give your created player an advantage in the Be A Pro career mode.
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Signed Sarah Nurse World of Chel Jersey (Digital): A cosmetic item for your World of Chel character.
In essence, the X-Factor Edition was for players who knew they would invest heavily in the game, particularly HUT, wanted the flexibility of playing across console generations, and wished to start playing as soon as possible.