Story
NHL Hitz 20-02 throws the simulation formula out the window in the years best hockey game. Obviously being a sports game there is no story.
Graphics
There is nothing spectacular about the graphics, they are crisp and clean, but there is some slight slow-down when there is lots of action on screen.
Music / Sound
The sound is excellent, from the crunch of a thunderous hit, or the sound of a booming slap-shot.
GamePlay
The controls are perfect, deaking and shooting is a breeze. This a great game to add to your gamecube sports library.