At a glance
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| What matters | WebPuck | FHM 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Access | Runs in a desktop or phone browser. | Installed Windows or Mac game. [1] |
| Teams | Original fictional clubs and players. | Official NHL licence. [1] |
| History | Fictional careers; no historical NHL mode. | Historical play, including past World Championships. [2] |
| With friends | Hosted online leagues with email sign-in. | Online leagues are supported. [1] |
| Cost | Solo is free forever, without an account. Online leagues are free during alpha. | Paid game; see publisher for current offers. [1] |
When FHM deserves a closer look
Choose FHM for an NHL-licensed desktop career or historical hockey. Its manual also describes targeted training and saved tactical sets. Those are concrete areas to investigate if detailed player development and tactical preparation drive your choice.
When to try WebPuck
WebPuck suits a different starting point: open a browser, create a fictional franchise and get to the first match. Solo needs no account. The game and guides are available in French and English, and you can use a computer or a phone.
Your loop is to review players, prepare lines, advance the calendar and inspect the replay. A North American or Québec identity gives your club its own story. You can manage contracts, trades and the draft as your career progresses.
Plan how your group will play
WebPuck online leagues use email sign-in and a shared schedule, with game days set for 6:30 p.m. Eastern time. Claim a club, prepare it before simulation and watch completed games afterward. Unclaimed clubs are managed by the CPU.
For solo, your browser holds the save. Export it before moving devices. A local solo career and an online league are separate modes; switching modes does not transfer a season between them.
A browser alternative with a different scope
WebPuck does not replace FHM’s licensed world or historical modes. It is an evolving alpha for building a fictional club and watching its games in a browser. Try one solo match to decide whether that format suits you before organizing a group around it.
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.