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Explore EA SPORTS UFC 5, the next-generation MMA fighting game powered by Frostbite. Discover fighter ratings, striking combos, grappling techniques, submissions, career mode strategies, controls, and gameplay guides to master the Octagon.

64,000+ Facial Damage Combinations14 Created Fighter Types4 Online Career DivisionsReleased Oct 27, 2023

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Your EA SPORTS UFC 5 Journey

1

Beginner Guide

Learn the core controls, Punch Card progression, and fighter creation steps that make your first matches manageable.

2

Essential Controls

Master striking, blocking, takedowns, clinch transitions, and ground controls on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

3

Best Fighters

Compare the official 5-star roster and choose fighters that fit your preferred striking or grappling style.

4

Career Mode

Create a fighter, select a fighting style, earn Evolution Points, and build a path toward the UFC title.

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What is EA SPORTS UFC 5?

EA SPORTS UFC 5 is a mixed martial arts fighting game developed by EA Vancouver and published by Electronic Arts. Built on the Frostbite engine, it brings real-time damage, seamless submissions, and expanded striking to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

The game spans Career Mode, Online Career, Fight Week, and ranked competition, with a roster of past and present UFC fighters across 11 weight divisions. Create a fighter, choose from five fighting styles, develop stand-up and submission skills, and chase championship glory in the Octagon.

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Developer

EA Vancouver

Publisher

Electronic Arts

Platform

PS5 & Xbox Series X|S

Genre

MMA Fighting

Engine

Frostbite

Release

Oct 27, 2023

Fighter Styles

5

Damage Combos

64,000+

Explore EA SPORTS UFC 5 Wiki

Study every core system in EA SPORTS UFC 5, from the complete fighter roster and control maps to career progression, ranked play, Fight Week rewards, and patch updates.

EA SPORTS UFC 5 Fighter Roster

Browse every UFC 5 fighter by weight class, with ratings, attributes, fighting styles, legendary athletes, and Alter Ego versions.

RosterAll 11 men's and women's weight divisions in one complete roster.
5-StarKhabib Nurmagomedov, Jon Jones, Amanda Nunes, and other top-rated fighters.
Alter EgoThrowback versions from Prime Series, Champions Series, Pride Series, and more.
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EA SPORTS UFC 5 Controls Guide

Master PlayStation and Xbox inputs for striking, blocking, movement, takedowns, clinch grappling, submissions, and ground defense.

StrikeXbox X/Y or PS5 Square/Triangle throw left and right punches.
BlockHold RT/R2 for high block; add LT/L2 for low block and timed leg catch.
TakedownTap LT + X + A on Xbox or L2 + Square + X on PS5 for a single-leg takedown.
SubmitFrom the clinch, use LT + RB + X/Y on Xbox or L2 + R1 + Square/Triangle on PS5.
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EA SPORTS UFC 5 Beginner Guide

Learn the fundamentals of striking, grappling, stamina management, defense, and effective combinations before your first fights.

1Start in the Learn tab and use the Training Manual to review essential movement and attack inputs.
2Practice basic strikes and combinations in Practice Mode before entering Career Mode.
3Earn XP in online and offline matches, then complete challenge-board objectives for larger bursts.
4Finish each weekly Punch Card before it expires to collect UFC Coins and progression rewards.
5Create a fighter, choose a weight class and fighter type, then improve stand-up and submission skills.
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EA SPORTS UFC 5 Fighter Tier List

Rank playable fighters by overall rating, striking, grappling, speed, power, and competitive effectiveness across the full roster.

S Tier

Khabib Nurmagomedov, Jon Jones, and Amanda Nunes headline the official 5-star tier.

A Tier

Alexander Volkanovski, Israel Adesanya, and Islam Makhachev combine elite ratings with versatile move sets.

B Tier

Valentina Shevchenko, Fedor Emelianenko, and Georges St-Pierre offer five-star quality in their core disciplines.

C Tier

Anderson Silva and Joanna Jedrzejczyk Legacy versions provide strong five-star alternatives.

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EA SPORTS UFC 5 Career Mode Guide

Create a fighter, choose a fighting style, raise attributes, and build a path from unknown amateur to UFC champion.

1Create a custom fighter and adjust appearance details such as hair, eye color, and tattoos.
2Pick a weight class and one of five fighting styles: Kickboxer, Boxer, MMA, Wrestler, or Jiu-jitsu.
3Enter Career Mode under Coach Davis and use the Training Manual plus Practice Mode to sharpen your inputs.
4Earn Punch Card XP through online and offline matches and challenge-board objectives.
5Spend UFC Coins on gear and customization, and use Evolution Points to raise stand-up and submission stats.
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EA SPORTS UFC 5 Online Ranked Guide

Understand Online Career Mode, skill-based matchmaking, division progression, title chases, and Punch Card rewards.

DivisionsOnline Career Mode features skill-based matchmaking and title chases across four divisions.
Ranked XPOnline and offline matches award different XP amounts toward the Punch Card.
MatchRanked bouts commonly run about 10 to 20 minutes and often finish by TKO or submission.
CoinsPunch Card rewards and Fight Week contracts supply UFC Coins for Store purchases.
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EA SPORTS UFC 5 Fight Week Rewards

Follow Fight Week challenges, contracts, Punch Card progression, UFC Coins, and rotating Alter Ego rewards.

Fight WeekChallenges sync with real-world UFC Pay-Per-View events and refresh around the UFC schedule.
ContractsFight Week contracts award UFC Coins that can be spent in the Store.
Punch CardWeekly progression unlocks rewards such as UFC Coins before the card expires.
Alter EgoSelect throwback fighter versions can be purchased with UFC Coins.
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EA SPORTS UFC 5 Updates & Patch Notes

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1.27Official patch notes for Patch 1.27 were published on September 24, 2025.
Jan 2026EA announced an upcoming content update on January 22, 2026.
UFC LiveLive challenges follow the real-world UFC schedule with roster and Alter Ego drops.
Alter EgoNew batches, including January 20, 2026 releases, expand the playable roster.
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