How to get started in EA SPORTS™ UFC® 5

What to expect from EA SPORTS™ UFC® 5

Powered by Frostbite™, EA SPORTS™ UFC® 5 is the next evolution of the fight game. You can expect unrivaled graphics upgrades, all-new damage systems, and doctor stoppages that affect gameplay in an authentic fashion, making your UFC experience as real as it gets.

The UFC boxing ring is set up in an arena, with fans cheering from all around.

To bring you the most authentic gameplay, UFC 5 is the first game in its franchise to be rated M for Mature. This means that the content may not be suitable for players under the age of 17.

How to get started

Use the Training Manual and Practice Mode

Whether you’ve played previous installments of EA SPORTS™ UFC® before or you’re completely new to the game, you’ll benefit from checking out the Training Manual and trying out your moves in Practice Mode.The Training Manual explains the controls for all the essential moves in the game, while Practice Mode lets you master those skills. Both can be found in the Learn tab in the Main Menu.You can find more tips and tricks on improving your offense, defense, and submissions on ea.com.

Use your strengths

When you create a fighter, choose between the 5 fighting styles in UFC 5:

Kickboxer
Boxer
MMA
Wrestler
Jiu-jitsu

Each of these styles has a unique set of strengths and weaknesses, so make sure you check out your Fighter’s perks and ratings before you go into a fight.Check out our guide on creating a Fighter and how to earn more customization options in the game.

Stay unpredictable, but don’t mash buttons

It’s OK to stick to basic moves and combinations in the beginning. But make sure you mix them up well to surprise your opponent. Keep an eye on your opponent’s patterns and use them to your advantage.That being said, avoid mashing buttons during fights—you’ll get much better results if you learn the controls and use them accurately. This will also preserve your Fighter’s energy, which will help you progress faster.

UFC 5 Deluxe Edition cover star Israel Adesanya in the boxing ring.

What game modes you should try

Each mode in EA SPORTS™ UFC® 5 brings an immersive gameplay experience, so there are plenty of options you can try when you’re starting out.In Fight Week, take your Fighter through challenges that sync up with real-world UFC Pay-Per-View events. Find out more about how it works in our Fight Week article.Create your own custom Fighter and start your UFC career in Career Mode under Coach Davis’ guidance. You can also challenge players all over the world in Online Career Mode. To learn more about each mode, check out the deep dive on ea.com.

How to level up in UFC® 5

Ready to advance from beginner to the G.O.A.T.? Check out our guide to earning Evolution Points and level up your Fighter.

Does UFC® 5 support cross-play?

No, UFC 5 doesn’t support cross-play or cross-progression between platforms.

Where to play UFC® 5

UFC 5 is available on

PlayStation® 5
Xbox Series X|S.