The wait is almost over for EA Sports NHL fans. NHL 27 is already available to Deluxe Edition owners through early access, but the worldwide release is right around the corner.
EA Sports has set September 11 as the official global launch date for NHL 27, opening the doors for Standard Edition players on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Better yet, EA’s official store provides an exact release time, so players know when they can finally hit the ice.
Here’s when NHL 27 officially launches around the world.
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NHL 27 Global Release Date and Time
EA’s official NHL 27 product page lists the game for Sept. 11, 2026 at 12 p.m. ET, confirming when the Standard Edition is scheduled to become available.
Here is the release time across the United States:
- Date: Friday, Sept. 11, 2026
- Eastern Time: 12:00 p.m. ET
- Central Time: 11:00 a.m. CT
- Mountain Time: 10:00 a.m. MT
- Pacific Time: 9:00 a.m. PT
- Platforms: PS5 and Xbox Series X|S
EA’s listing corresponds to 4 p.m. UTC, meaning the digital version is scheduled to become available simultaneously across U.S. time zones rather than through a rolling midnight release.
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NHL 27 Early Access Is Already Underway
Players who purchased the NHL 27 Deluxe Edition don’t have to wait until September 11. EA’s seven-day early access period began September 4, while EA Play members can also access a 10-hour trial.
NHL 27 introduces several changes this year, including the debut of Connected Franchise, unique Team Playbooks powered by NHL EDGE data, revamped presentation across all 32 NHL arenas and a new commentary team featuring John Buccigross and Darren Pang.
For everyone waiting on the full global launch, the countdown ends September 11 at 12 p.m. ET / 9 a.m. PT.
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