EA has announced that EA Sports UFC 5 will battle its way to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on October 27, 2023. Players can participate in furious MMA action with stunning graphics developed using the Frostbite Engine. This game marks the first time EA’s proprietary engine has been used in the franchise’s history. Developers call it the “definitive MMA experience with authentic gameplay and graphics maximized for modern consoles.”
Fans eager to see the realistic graphics and gameplay options will be happy to hear that a new trailer has been released.
UFC 5 features
- Cinematic K.O. Replay: Cinematic K.O. replays showcase fight-ending finishes with intensified visuals and enhanced excitement. Presented in super slow motion with cinematic angles and lighting, the impact of fight-ending shots represents highlight reel moments recapturing the drama of a UFC fight.
- Doctor’s Checks and Stoppages: Suffering a notable injury prompts the referee to pause the fight for a ringside doctor’s inspection. Failure to adapt and protect the injury from further damage can lead to a doctor’s stoppage, which introduces true-to-sport strategic variables for players to navigate under heightened pressure.
- New Strikes and Hit Reactions: New Strike animations emulate heavy hitters, professional kickboxers and more – coupled with new motion variations for ground and pound elbows, spinning attacks, body punches, and calf kicks. Plus, the Hit Reaction animations and physics during a frenetic fight can initiate clean connection impacts – moments players can feel with next-level immersion during gameplay.
- Seamless Submissions: Revamped Seamless Submissions extend the existing grappling system with faster animation transitions and the removal of mini games. Grapple Assist aids beginners, while veterans can explore deeper layers. Seamless submissions provide a smoother, authentic ground game for grappling enthusiasts.
- Fight Week and Alter Egos: UFC 5’s launch includes a revamped live service with features like Fight Week and Fight Picks tied to real-world UFC events. Alter Egos are all new versions of top fighters that capture authentic career-defining moments and provide alternative looks and associated abilities.
Preorders are already open. Those who do so will receive several “Fight Legends,” including Fedor Emelianenko, Muhammad Ali, Mike Tyson, and more. EA Play members can try the game for 10 hours for free starting October 27th.
Check out the EA Sports UFC 5 official site for more details.
