How to Score More Goals in NHL 25

If you're wondering how to score more goals in NHL 25, here's a complete guide with the best answer.

Aimless shooting in NHL 25 might net a few points, but certainly, there are some shooting strategies that could make a world of difference. Bigger than anything, though, is the return of the Sustained Pressure system. Be that as it may, here are all the NHL 25 strategies you need to keep the scoreboard tilted in your favor-from knowing when to take a creative shot to keeping the puck in vital moments.

25 Ways to Score More Goals in the NHL

One of the more identifiable differences within NHL 25's gameplay is the Sustained Pressure system, giving players the ability to apply so much constant pressure onto the opposing goalie. If they spend time in the offensive zone, moving the puck about amongst their teammates, or even trying and failing to score, things get a little chaotic for goalies in terms of maintaining ideal form.

Once the Sustained Pressure meter is full, you will get a 30-second window of opportunity to make a picture-perfect shot on this Full Pressure burst. This could better your chances of scoring by a whole lot, combined with a Power Play.

Although this does help raise the effectiveness of the long-range wrist shots and also the slap shots, it is important to get accustomed with the transitions of the goalie while you skate across the field. When you circle around the back of the net, then pop out onto the other side, the goaltender is going to lean against the post in preparation of preventing you from sliding the ball in as you push back out in front of the net.

You're in luck because you have two great options here. First, as you're working your way back toward the net, you'll want to keep a close eye on the goalie. When the goalkeeper releases from a hug post position, just in that quick instant, you can shoot a corner into the space they just vacated, as it's hard for the goalie to recover in time for a save.

Another trick is passing it to them as they're hanging onto the post for dear life. If you time it right, you can score on a one-timer or quick wrister as the goalie readjusts. If you're fed up with not having the puck very long, see our guide on winning faceoffs in NHL 25. If you're looking for a few more tips on how to score in NHL 25, continue reading below.

Priority: Backhand

Even though it isn't a guarantee, backhand shots have been infinitely better since the changes last year. While forehand shots have their purposes, several players have had much better success with backhand shots due to their speed and accuracy.

Return to City

For reasons other than simply filling up Sustained Pressure, not every shot must hit. This is the perfect time for a player who camps out around the net, as often you will get a rebound off of the goalie. If you shoot the puck at their pads, it will have it bounce away instead of being gloved or covered, in which case you want your player around the net to take a quick snap shot to put the rebound in the net if you see a player in position.

Skill-Based One-Timers

One-timer shots have long been a staple in the series, but NHL 25 takes it to the next level with its skill-based variety, which relies more on the timing of your shot as the puck comes. The Skill Based One-Timer should become even deadlier when you can train yourself to shoot the puck the very second it reaches a player.

Two Shots: Toe Drag and Between the Legs

Many of the more complex moves are at least somewhat easier to master with the Total Control technique. Two absolute necessities are the Toe Drag Shot and the Between The Legs Shot. If you want to have an idea of how those, and other classics work in Free Skate you need to put in some time practicing them so that you can anticipate where your player is, and when to pull them off.

Fire Continuously

If you don't shoot, you can't score. If you do, well, you have 100% of scoring. The other goaltender gets tired of a flurry of shots regardless of the success rate. In the near term, they will generate Sustained Pressure, but in the long run, not even the most productive goaltender in the NHL can handle that much shots on goal.

These strategies, put together and with a focus on your skill development, will help in improving your goal-scoring skills in NHL 25 by a long shot.