EA UFC 5 Update Patch Notes - All New Features
by Vignesh L
Updated Nov 10, 2023
EA UFC 5
EA Sports UFC 5 is the latest game in the mixed martial arts series developed by EA Vancouver and published by EA Sports. Released on October 27, 2023, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, it follows the 2020 title EA Sports UFC 4. Notably, UFC 5 marks a departure from its predecessors, as it's the first EA Sports title since Fight Night Champion in 2011 to receive a Mature (M) rating from the ESRB.
This is due to the game featuring a realistic injury system and more explicit language in its career mode. Unlike earlier games that used the Ignite engine, UFC 5 runs on the Frostbite engine. Reviews for the game have been generally positive according to Metacritic. For more details, you can check out additional information and trailers on platforms like Gamerant and GameSpot.
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EA UFC 5 Update Patch Notes
Below are the update details for the November UFC 5 patch.
Increased the long term stamina cost of strikes in the stand-up.
Fixed an issue that applied too much vulnerability on the return from side sways.
There will now be a lot less vulnerability, even significantly less than in UFC 4, which was our intent along with the sway buffs at launch.
Fixed an inconsistency between the different types of jabs and straights.
The regular version/skin had received some nerfs at launch, but these hadn’t been applied to the alternate versions. All versions now have the proper nerfs.
Removed the stamina drain applied to the submissive fighter in the headlock (standing guillotine) clinch position.
The dominant fighter still has their stamina drained. This is likely to encourage the strategy of starting the guillotine submission right away, unless you’re close enough to the cage to quickly walk up to it, as starting the submission by reaching the cage results in a slightly stronger entry.
Decreased how frequently the AI spins and uses spinning strikes.
Fixed an issue that caused the lead hook to rear leg kick combo to be too slow. The combo should now have a reasonable speed.
Reduced the range of Major Lunging Punches.
All four of these major lunging punches now have less range: jab, straight, lead hook, and rear hook. These used to have the same range as when you perform them sprinting. But from a major lunge, such range looked exaggerated and made the moves look way too fast. They should now behave in a much more authentic manner. The sprinting version of these strikes was not nerfed.
Prevented the flying knee from the submissive fighter in kick catches to be used when the attacker is throwing certain strikes.
It was possible to throw the flying knee in situations that didn’t make sense, which led to some janky and unfair interactions. The submissive fighter can no longer throw a flying knee when it doesn’t make sense, most notably when the dominant fighter is kicking and already letting go of the submissive’s leg.
EA UFC 5 Gameplay
In EA UFC 5's gameplay, the focus is on delivering an incredibly realistic and immersive experience. The Frostbite X Real Impact System takes center stage, introducing unrivaled graphics upgrades and a new damage system that authentically affects gameplay. Players can witness over 64,000 possible combinations of facial damage, including cuts, bruising, and swelling, all of which dynamically impact character attributes.
The introduction of doctor checks and stoppages adds another layer of authenticity, allowing referees to pause the action for ringside doctors to assess significant injuries. The game also features new strikes and hit reactions, with fresh animations for ground and pound, spinning attacks, and various strikes, accurately representing the styles of different fighters.
The grappling system sees a revamp, offering smoother submissions and faster animations, eliminating mini-games for a more authentic ground game experience. With EA UFC 5 now available worldwide, players can delve into this next evolution of the fight game, experiencing realism like never before.
EA UFC 5 Overview
Release Date
October 27, 2023
Developer
EA Vancouver
Publisher
EA Sports
Director
Brian Hayes
Producer
Nate McDonald
Series
EA Sports UFC
Engine
Frostbite X Real Impact System
Platforms
PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S
Genre
Fighting, Sports
Modes
Single-player, Multiplayer
ESRB Rating
Mature (M)
Gameplay Features
- Realistic damage system with cuts, bruising, and swelling
EA UFC 5 Trailer
EA UFC 5 Update Patch Notes - FAQs
EA UFC 5 was released on October 27, 2023, and is available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Unlike previous titles, UFC 5 received a Mature (M) rating due to its realistic injury system and stronger language in the career mode.
UFC 5 departs from the Ignite engine used in earlier games and utilizes the Frostbite engine for enhanced graphics and gameplay realism.
Reviews for UFC 5 have been generally positive according to the Metacritic aggregator.
The Frostbite X Real Impact System introduces realistic damage, including cuts, bruising, and swelling, with over 64,000 possible combinations. The game also features authentic doctor checks and stoppages.