At a glance
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| What matters | WebPuck | Eastside Hockey Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Access | Desktop and phone browser; solo is free forever without an account. Online leagues are free during alpha. | Paid Windows game on Steam. [1] |
| Interface | French and English. | Steam lists English. [1] |
| Watch games | 2D replays with pause, timeline and highlight controls. | 2D match engine. [2] |
| Multiplayer | Online leagues with a shared daily schedule. | Up to 30 players. [1] |
| Customization | Fictional North American and Québec circuits. | Steam Workshop databases and graphics. [1] |
Choose the format that fits your routine
EHM is worth exploring for a Windows career with community customization. WebPuck is worth trying for French or English browser play. Both support multiplayer and visible match simulation, so those features alone do not settle the decision.
In WebPuck, you can start a solo career without creating an account. Choose your club, prepare your lineup and simulate the first game. You make management decisions; the engine controls the on-ice action.
Use a replay to evaluate WebPuck
Pick one thing to watch: a forward line, a defensive pairing or the next scoring chance. Pause the replay and use the timeline or next-highlight control to review what happened. Afterward, adjust the lineup for the next game.
The illustrated guide and gameplay video show this workflow before you start. They are also useful when helping a friend learn the game: everyone can follow the same first-match routine in their chosen language.
Start with the current scope
WebPuck is a developing alpha with its own fictional teams and players. Its current game does not import an EHM database or save. Begin a separate career to evaluate the browser experience while keeping your existing season.
Solo saves stay on the device and browser you use. Export a backup in Settings before moving them. For a league with friends, switch to multiplayer and sign in by email; the online calendar is shared rather than advanced independently by each GM.
Sources and method
Published by WebPuck, with AI-assisted research and writing. Competitor facts come from the official sources below; WebPuck details describe the current alpha. This is a feature comparison, not a hands-on review of the other games. Our recommendations reflect the kind of experience you want. Prices and features can change; check the publisher before buying. These products are not affiliated with WebPuck.