EA Sports UFC 5 is the upcoming fifth game in EA’s UFC series. In the grand scheme, it’s the 14th game tied to the coveted Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) promotion since the first game in the series debuted back in 2000.
Similar to past games, you can engage in fights with friends in person or challenge opponents globally online. The beloved Career mode is making a comeback, and EA has promised many enhancements, including an improved online career mode.
For the first time in the series’ history, EA Sports UFC 5 will carry a Mature (M) rating, signaling that the game is intended for a mature audience due to its content.
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Release Date & Platforms
UFC 5 is set to launch on October 27 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. If you grab the Digital Deluxe edition, you can jump into the action three days early, starting from October 24.
The developers have confirmed that this release won’t extend to last-generation consoles, and unfortunately, crossplay won’t be a feature this time around.
Price & Editions
UFC 5 is launching with two editions: Standard and Deluxe. Those who preorder the Deluxe Edition will be able to play the game three days ahead of the launch.
| Edition | Price (in USD) | Content |
| Standard Edition | 69.99 | • Base Game • 2 Alter Egos • 30th-Anniversary Vanity Bundle • Online career mode XP boosts • Muhammad Ali |
| Digital Deluxe Edition | 99.99 | • Base Game • 3 days early access • Mike Tyson • Fedor Emelianenko • Muhammad Ali • Bruce Lee Bundle • 4 Alter Egos • Origins Bundle • 30th-Anniversary Vanity Bundle • Online career mode XP boosts |
Gameplay
The in-depth look at EA Sports UFC 5 showcases significant upgrades in the visuals department that bring the game to life. One standout improvement is the introduction of dynamic lighting, a game-changer that adds a new dimension of realism by accurately representing how light impacts the appearance of fighters and the environment.
There’s a lot in store, including new attack options, smoother submissions with quicker animations, improved hit reactions, and an expanded grappling system to keep the action intense.
The game also features the Fight Week mode, which connects players to real UFC events and offers diverse challenges and content to engage with.
As you play, you’ll earn in-game currency, customize player profiles, gather cool vanity items, and even unlock special ‘alter egos‘. Accomplishing profile tasks also nets you XP, helping you level up and enhance your punch card’s earning potential.
A notable addition to the game is the realistic strand hair feature, which might seem small but significantly contributes to the authenticity of the fighters. Their hair moves and behaves just as it would in real life during intense matches, enhancing the immersion.
Additionally, the introduction of new cloth animations takes the visual fidelity a step further. The attention to detail ensures that the clothing worn by fighters moves naturally, adding yet another layer of realism and immersion to the gameplay.
What’s Different From UFC 4?
EA Sports UFC 5 brings a definitive upgrade to the series with the Real Impact System, promising to deliver more realistic damage progression throughout the fight. With over 64,000 potential facial damage combinations and improved physics, the impacts and visuals are incredibly lifelike.
The addition of the face animation tool and advanced body sculpting further enhance fighter likenesses, promising to make this entry a standout in the franchise.
In UFC 5, alongside the Real Impact System, you’ll experience:
- Cinematic K.O. Replay: You’ll get to relive fight-ending moments in slow motion, featuring intensified visuals and dramatic angles for a true UFC highlight experience.
- Doctor’s Checks and Stoppages: Injuries will prompt ringside doctor inspections, adding strategic depth as players must adapt and protect against potential stoppages.
- New Strikes and Hit Reactions: Enhanced strike animations and realistic hit reactions will bring the intensity of the fight to life, offering a deeper level of immersion.
- Seamless Submissions: Streamlined grappling mechanics eliminate mini-games and introduce smoother transitions for a more authentic ground-game experience.
- Fight Week and Alter Egos: You will be able to engage with live events through Fight Week and make picks tied to real UFC events. Alter Egos present unique versions of top fighters, reflecting their career-defining moments and distinct abilities.
Fighters
As per the promotional material released until now by EA, UFC 5 will feature notable fighters such as Conor McGregor, Michael Chandler, Alexander Volkanovski, Valentina Shevchenko, Amanda Nunes, Israel Adesanya, Alex Pereira, Islam Makhachev, Jon Jones, and many more.
