UFC 5

EA Sports UFC 5 deftly combines elements from sports simulation and fighting games into the best overall MMA game yet.

73%Game Brain Score

graphics, atmosphere

gameplay, music

79% User Score Based on 36 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 16 reviews

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About UFC 5

UFC 5 is a single player and multiplayer sport game. It was developed by EA Vancouver and was released on October 26, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

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79%Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Great graphics and improved visuals enhance the overall experience.
The gameplay is fun and engaging, with a variety of fighters and new mechanics.
The game offers a realistic MMA experience, making it enjoyable for both newcomers and long-time fans.

Career mode feels stagnant and lacks significant improvements from previous titles.
Controls can be overly complex, making it difficult for some players to master the game.
There are issues with online features and a lack of new modes, leading to a sense of repetition.

graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38% positive mentions, 43% neutral mentions, 19% negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received widespread praise for their impressive detail and smoothness, marking a significant improvement over previous installments. While many players highlight the vibrant visuals and enhanced injury details, some note occasional issues with character models, particularly facial rendering from certain angles. Overall, the graphical enhancements contribute to an elevated gameplay experience, despite some critiques regarding presentation and recycled assets.
- “The graphics really jumped out at you first thing.”
- “The graphics, the gameplay, everything is next level!”
- “The thrill of the fight is fantastic in UFC 5, with improved visuals and animations, and gameplay that elevates fights to a new level.”
- “Graphically, the game is well done and a big improvement over 3 as it has better details of the injuries, although at times it seems like the faces are just piles of mush from certain angles and I think could graphically be better.”
- “As nice as the graphics look, the presentation is lacking in places, especially post-fight.”
- “The overhauled graphics and new cut system are enough of an upgrade to satisfy some fans, but if you’re someone who enjoys the single-player modes, you’ll have pretty much the same experience by playing UFC 4 or even UFC 3 instead.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43% positive mentions, 14% neutral mentions, 43% negative mentions
The gameplay in UFC 5 has received mixed reviews, with some praising the improved visuals, engaging career mode, and rewarding mechanics, while others criticize it for feeling similar to UFC 4 and favoring button spamming. Despite a steep learning curve that keeps players interested, there are concerns about the overall quality of gameplay and the need for a more diverse roster. Overall, the game elevates the fighting experience with its enhanced animations and mechanics, but it may not satisfy all players.
- “The graphics, the gameplay, everything is next level!”
- “The thrill of the fight is fantastic in UFC 5, with improved visuals and animations, and gameplay that elevates fights to a new level.”
- “Mechanically sound combat, eye-popping new Frostbite visuals, the injury system is good and gruesome, and fight week adds a timely element.”
- “The more you play it, you realize how bad the gameplay is.”
- “The mechanics are set up to reward button spamming and the lowest skill level.”
- “Feels almost the same as UFC 4, but I guess the new mechanics make up for it; it just needs more people on the roster.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
The music in UFC 5 has received criticism for being lackluster and disappointing compared to its predecessor, with some players expressing frustration over the inclusion of jazz music. Many feel that the previous game's soundtrack was far superior and would prefer to have it available in the new installment.
- “The music for UFC 5 is straight up lame compared to the last game.”
- “I mean seriously, jazz music?!?!?”
- “If I could play this game with the previous game's soundtrack, I would give it 5 stars.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its solid presentation that authentically captures the UFC experience, featuring well-designed fighters and improved animations. The career mode benefits from quality of life enhancements, while the realistic combat mechanics, including authentic damage and doctor stoppages, add depth and strategy to the fights. Overall, the atmosphere effectively immerses players in the intensity of UFC competition.
- “The solid presentation captures the atmosphere of UFC perfectly. The fighters look great with decent animations and details, making the experience immersive.”
- “The career mode is enhanced with quality of life improvements, contributing to a more engaging atmosphere throughout the game.”
- “Authentic damage adds more strategy to fights, and doctor stoppages enhance the realism, creating a truly immersive atmosphere.”