NHL 15 now available for pre-load on Xbox One

Xbox gamers eager to get the jump on NHL 15's release can now do so as the game is available for pre-order and pre-load on Xbox One.

NHL 15 isn't expected to release until September 9, but according to Major Nelson and the game's official description, you may download it from Xbox LIVE before then. However, it will not be playable until 12:01am PDT (3:01am EDT) on the release date. Once the purchase is complete, you can download NHL 15 by selecting the "Manage" button on the product details page on your system.

NHL 15 is said to have been built to harness the power of next-gen consoles. As such, the game features a new level of player likenessintelligence and emotion, the most diverse and animated crowd of any sports game and an added level of control using the Superstar Skill Stick.

For those of you who are EA Access members, a six-hour trial for NHL 15 will be available on Thursday.