How to play NHL 07 on Mac

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Game summary

NHL 07 is an ice hockey video game, released in 2006 as the successor to NHL 06. The game improved the series' gameplay with more realistic features, such as stickhandling and a wider variety of controller schemes. The Xbox 360 version features a completely revamped game and graphics engine from the predecessor, while the other versions are left behind with the old engine. It is the only game in the series to have a PSP version, the last installment to be released on Xbox, and the first installment to be released on Xbox 360.
First released: Sep 2006

Play NHL 07 on Mac with Parallels (virtualized)

The easiest way to play NHL 07 on a Mac is through Parallels, which allows you to virtualize a Windows machine on Macs. The setup is very easy and it works for Apple Silicon Macs as well as for older Intel-based Macs.

Parallels supports the latest version of DirectX and OpenGL, allowing you to play the latest PC games on any Mac. The latest version of DirectX is up to 20% faster.

Our favorite feature of Parallels Desktop is that when you turn off your virtual machine, all the unused disk space gets returned to your main OS, thus minimizing resource waste (which used to be a problem with virtualization).

NHL 07 installation steps for Mac

Step 1
Go to Parallels.com and download the latest version of the software.
Step 2
Follow the installation process and make sure you allow Parallels in your Mac’s security preferences (it will prompt you to do so).
Step 3
When prompted, download and install Windows 10. The download is around 5.7GB. Make sure you give it all the permissions that it asks for.
Step 4
Once Windows is done installing, you are ready to go. All that’s left to do is install NHL 07 like you would on any PC.
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🕹 Editor's notes

NHL 07 is an ice hockey video game that brings out the child in you. It includes a Dynasty Mode; you can also play this game online. It is one of the most impressive NHL games that offer everything we love about ice hockey, made available to you by EA.

It has all the features of the previous versions, like the game modes and gameplay elements that make the franchise a significant success. The best thing about NHL07 is the Dynasty Mode. This mode allows you to be the hockey team’s coach and oversee all the team’s daily business.

Plot

The plot of this game is simple. You must join a National Hockey League team and win the tournament or series. Certain modes allow you to change your career from a player to a coach, where you can manage a team and oversee all its operations.

Gameplay

The gameplay in NHL 07 is simple, and anyone can play this game. It does not require a seasoned gamer to complete the game.

The puck physics is excellent and results in exciting rebounds and deflections in the game. It also has the aiming accuracy of the previous 06 version.

You can place the puck in 9 different areas when you want to score a goal. You do not even need the bulls-eye indicators if you are a seasoned player. The aim of this game is to be accurate.

When you hit the sprint button, you will be surprised to see the speed at which the players skate. There is not a single ice-skating game that compares to the speed controls of NHL 07.

The only downside of this feature is that players can lose control and flexibility while moving at that speed. If you are not precise with your movements, the opponents can easily take away the puck from your possession.

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