UFC 5 Enhances Roster with Undefeated Star

EA Sports UFC 5 receives a significant update on January 9th, launching at 1 PM ET for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. This patch (1.18) introduces undefeated fighter Azamat Murzakanov and addresses several bugs.

EA Vancouver, the game's developer, continues to enhance EA Sports UFC 5, demonstrating commitment despite earlier criticism regarding the initial fighter roster. The game now boasts 98% parity with the current UFC top ten rankings, a testament to ongoing content updates.

This January 9th update adds Murzakanov to the Light Heavyweight division. His impressive stats include a 97 power punch rating, 95 accuracy, and 94 ground striking. In addition to Murzakanov, three new alter egos for existing fighters will also be introduced, though their identities remain undisclosed.

Beyond new fighters, patch 1.18 includes minor bug fixes and a gameplay adjustment: the stamina cost of the muscle modifier is reduced from x3.125 to 2.5. Specific bug fixes include correcting incorrect translations in several languages, resolving a Ranked Championship Stand and Bang issue concerning match result display, and updating portraits for Stipe and Jones to reflect recent glove updates.

Furthermore, Microsoft announced that EA Sports UFC 5 will be added to the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate tier via EA Play on January 14th.

EA Sports UFC 5 Patch Notes (January 9th Update)

General:

• New Fighters: Azamat Murzakanov and three new Alter Egos.
• Enhanced "More Offers Store" with sorting by release series (Pride, Prime, Champion, etc.).
• Addition of various new vanity rewards.

Gameplay:

• Muscle modifier stamina cost reduced from x3.125 to 2.5.

Bug Fixes:

• Corrected incorrect translations in multiple languages.
• Resolved a Ranked Championship Stand and Bang issue displaying match results.
• Updated Stipe and Jones portraits to match their updated gloves.