UFC 5: Release date, platforms, fighters, new gameplay features & more
EA SportsUFC fans can now jump into the new UFC 5 and explore all the features across its game modes. Check out this comprehensive guide with all the details you need to know about UFC 5, including new features, all game editions, prices, and more.
The long-awaited new installment in the UFC franchise makes its official debut, and after much anticipation, fans can now play UFC 5. From the official announcement until its release, EA Sports have been revealing all the details introduced in UFC 5.
From the Deep Dives into the new gameplay features and what the new game modes in UFC 5 are, to the complete soundtrack of the game. If you’re not up to date with all the details that UFC 5 brings, here’s a complete guide with everything you need to know, including all editions, their prices, and more.
- UFC 5 release date
- UFC 5 platforms & crossplay
- UFC 5 price and editions
- All UFC 5 new gameplay features & changes
UFC 5 release date
UFC 5 is already underway in all of its editions from October 27, and players who have purchased any of its editions can access the game and enjoy all of its new features as well as its game modes.
UFC 5 platforms & crossplay
UFC 5 is only available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The developers have confirmed that this new installment of the UFC franchise will not be released on last-gen consoles like the PlayStation 4 or Xbox One.
EA Sports has also confirmed that crossplay will be omitted in UFC 5, so fans will likely have to wait for this feature in the next installment of the game.
UFC 5 price & editions
EA Sports revealed that UFC 5 has two editions, the Standard edition, which costs $69.99/£69.99 and the Deluxe edition, which costs $99.99/£99.99.
All editions used to contain pre-order bonus content, including exclusive playable characters, XP boosts, early access, and more.
EA SportsUFC 5 fighters
UFC 5 features the best UFC fighters as playable characters such as Alexander Volkanovski, Valentina Shevchenko, and Israel “Stylebender” Adesanya.
In addition, the game also features special fighters like Muhammed Ali, Mike Tyson, and Fedor Emelianenko, among others.
If you’re wondering how to get them all, be sure to check out our guide on how to unlock UFC 5 fighters.
EA SportsAll UFC 5 new gameplay features & changes
Harnessing the capabilities of the Frostbite engine, UFC 5 aims to bring about significant changes and new gameplay features, all geared toward elevating the game’s realism.
New features include doctor stoppages and checks, and injury-related enhancements like cuts, bruises, and swelling, which can influence the player’s focus throughout the game.
Furthermore, EA revealed brand-new animations for ground-and-pound elbow strikes, spinning attacks, and various other moves, along with seamless submission mechanics that reintroduce the Grapple Legacy HUD.
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