Gameplay

Frostbite x Real Impact System

From unrivaled graphics upgrades to all-new damage systems and doctor stoppages that affect gameplay in truly authentic fashion, EA SPORTS™ UFC® 5 is the next evolution of the fight game.

UFC 5 Official Gameplay Trailer | Deep Dive ft. Martial Mind
UFC 5 in game screenshot showcasing realistic damage when fighter gets hit.

Authentic Damage

Cuts, bruising, and swelling accumulate based on the damage you inflict–and take–including over 64,000 possible combinations of facial damage that is rendered in more detail than ever before, realistically affecting character attributes.

UFC5 in game screenshot featuring a fighter being looked over by a medical staff.

Doctor's Checks & Stoppages

Authentic damage comes with authentic results. If the player sustains a significant injury—like a broken nose or swollen eye—the ref can now step in, pause the action, and get the ringside doctor to inspect the damage.

UFC 5 in game screenshot featuring a mid air combo from one fighter taking down another.

New Strikes & Hit Reactions

Introducing all-new animations for ground and pound elbows, spinning attacks, and several other punches, kicks, knees, and elbows. Plus, new striking animations emulate heavy hitters, professional kickboxers, and more.

UFC 5 screenshot showing one fighting head-locking another into submission.

Seamless Submissions

A revamped extension of the existing grappling systems brings faster animations and the removal of mini-games. The new submissions offer a smoother, more authentic ground game that is sure to be a grappler’s delight.