Every year, EA SPORTS tries to bring out something new for the UFC faithful. As such, the long-awaited EA UFC 5 has finally been announced, 3 years after its predecessor UFC 4. Despite very little revealed to the public, fans are growing more excited with the leaks and rumors regarding the game.
The latest UFC title was announced in early July. Then, on day one of the Gamescom 2023, an official teaser trailer was also presented. For the most part, this got the ball rolling and fans online flocked to discuss the new game. Whilst no official release date or gameplay has been unveiled yet, rumors suggest that the game itself will launch sometime in September 2023.
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Ahead of the full release, EA Sports has rolled out the registration for the Gameplay and Tuning ‘CLOSED BETA REGISTRATION’. For those unaware, the beta test for the game allows a few users to try out the game and give their feedback to the developers. However, a leaked screenshot of the game’s description has revealed two new features- a new damage system and doctor stoppages.
For the most part, the early access BETA test will have a work-in-progress version of the game. Although unfinished, it will allow users to gauge what they can expect in this iteration of the game. Moreover, the test will also allow the developers to iron out the kinks and ensure that it is good to go at the time of its full release.
EA Sports UFC 5 features, details, rumors, and more
Understandably, there is a lot of hype and expectation from the upcoming UFC title. At the same time, there are a lot of rumors and fan expectations from the game as well. Currently, there is a growing belief that the game will only be available on the latest-gen consoles. As such, the Closed Beta test game is playable on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S with no mention of PC either.
As for the feature side of things, firstly, there is no confirmation of whether the game will be a part of the Xbox Game Pass. Thus, the availability of UFC’s latest game on Game Pass will only be available at the time of full release. Further, rumors indicate that the Fight Night reboot will not be available this time around.
One of the biggest talking points, however, has been about the availability of cross-platform play. Whilst UFC 4 offers features such as cross-progression and cross-generation play, the absence of cross-play has always been a downside. As such, with the beta test only available on limited new-gen consoles, there is a growing feeling that players on different consoles will be able to play against each other.
All things considered, the Closed Beta later this month will provide a lot of insight into the game. Moreover, with a full-reveal trailer and release slated for next month, it won’t be long before fans get their hands on the game. Are you excited for the new UFC game? What new features are you expecting this time around? Leave your thoughts in the comments below.