EA Sports UFC 3

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EA Sports UFC 3 is a sports game that offers both single-player and multi-player modes. The game features Real Player Motion Tech, providing life-like and responsive movements, and a G.O.A.T. Career Mode that lets players build fight hype, earn cash, and create rivalries. Additionally, customizable multiplayer modes are available for quick and intense bouts with friends.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 75 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game looks stunning, especially in 4K on Xbox One X, with improved graphics and animations.
It offers a high skill cap that encourages strategic play, making it a rewarding experience for dedicated players.
The career mode and character details are well-executed, providing a lot of content for both online and offline enjoyment.

The game can be frustrating due to its steep learning curve, making it difficult for new players to compete online.
Stamina management is overly punishing, leading to situations where players can dominate but still lose due to stamina depletion.
The presence of microtransactions and some bugs detracts from the overall experience, typical of EA Sports titles.

graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers note that the graphics have seen significant improvements, enhancing the overall visual experience of the game.
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the hilarious commentary provided by Snoop Dog, which has received repeated praise from users for its comedic value.
- “Snoop Dogg's commentary is hilarious!”
- “Snoop Dogg's commentary is hilarious!”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is generally considered acceptable, but players express a desire for greater interactivity, particularly in the ability to purchase houses and cars.
- “The story is okay, but I wish you could buy houses and cars and that it was more interactive.”
- “The story is okay, but I wish you could buy houses and cars and that it was more interactive.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find that the game features a stark contrast in gameplay, with one half being engaging and strategic, while the other is criticized for being tedious and grind-heavy.
- “A game of two halves: one gripping, strategic, and beautifully balanced, the other dull and grinding.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The gameplay is characterized by extremely satisfying core mechanics and great controls, complemented by fantastic presentation and an abundance of content.
- “The gameplay features extremely satisfying core mechanics, great controls, and fantastic presentation, with no shortage of content whatsoever.”
- “The controls are intuitive and responsive, making every action feel fluid and engaging.”
- “The variety of gameplay options keeps things fresh and exciting, ensuring that there's always something new to explore.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization in the game is criticized for its reliance on RNG-based microtransactions, particularly in the Ultimate Team mode, which many players find frustrating. Additionally, the presence of an obnoxious soundtrack further detracts from the overall experience.
- “The monetization system is frustrating, with obnoxious soundtrack and RNG microtransactions in Ultimate Team, as always.”
- “The game feels like a cash grab, with every feature locked behind paywalls.”
- “It's disappointing to see so many essential items available only through expensive microtransactions.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game has been criticized for being obnoxious, detracting from the overall experience. Additionally, players have expressed frustration with the integration of RNG microtransactions in Ultimate Team, which further complicates the enjoyment of the soundtrack.
- “The soundtrack is obnoxious and repetitive, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “The music feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
- “The audio quality of the music is disappointing and detracts from the overall experience.”