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New Fighters Join EA Sports UFC 5 in Latest Update

Five new fighters are introduced to the UFC 5 roster in the latest update, enhancing the game's authenticity and featuring recognizable names for fight fans.
New Fighters Join EA Sports UFC 5 in Latest Update

Highlights

  • EA Sports introduces five new fighters to the UFC 5 lineup, including Mayra Bueno and Ian Machado Garry.
  • The game boasts a diverse range of fighters, from iconic boxers like Mike Tyson to current UFC stars such as Israel Adesanya.
  • The recent UFC 5 patch includes enhancements to striking and grappling mechanics, along with the addition of new fighters like Mike Malott.

EA Sports has expanded the UFC 5 roster with the inclusion of five new fighters, notably high-ranked bantamweight Mayra Bueno and undefeated Irish welterweight Ian Machado Garry. This update continues to diversify the game's roster, featuring legendary boxers like Mike Tyson and Muhammad Ali alongside current UFC icons.

Released in October 2023, UFC 5 has garnered positive feedback for its extensive lineup, encompassing today's top male and female fighters such as Israel Adesanya and Valentina Shevchenko, as well as renowned names like Tyson, Ali, and MMA legend Fedor Emelianenko, who has never competed in the UFC.

The latest additions to UFC 5 include 32-year-old Canadian fighter Mike 'Proper' Malott, Brazilian #2 women's bantamweight Mayra 'Sheetara' Bueno, 32-year-old Brazilian #7 heavyweight Jailton 'Malhaoinho' Almeida, Irish welterweight and #10 ranked Ian Machado 'The Future' Garry, and 28-year-old Canadian featherweight Charles 'Air' Jourdain. These new fighters are now available for play following the January 12 update.

UFC 5 January 2024 New Fighters Stats

  • Mike Malott: 95 Punch Power, 93 Kick Speed, 93 Accuracy
  • Mayra Bueno: 94 Bottom Game, 96 Submission Offense, 95 Submission Defense
  • Jailton Almeida: 97 Top Game, 96 Bottom Game, 97 Submission Offense
  • Ian Machado Garry: 93 Accuracy, 93 Footwork, 93 Head Movement
  • Charles Jourdain: 94 Submission Defense, 93 Punch Speed, 93 Punch Power

These new additions cater to players with diverse fighting styles. For instance, Mayra Bueno's high stats make her an appealing choice for technically inclined players, offering rewarding opportunities to apply submission holds in UFC 5. On the other hand, Mike Malott's exceptional punch and kick stats position him among the game's elite strikers, appealing to players who favor powerful striking. Additionally, Ian Machado Garry presents an intriguing option for players seeking a strategic edge with his exceptional head movement rating.

While these new additions bring formidable capabilities, players still learning the game can engage with some of the most prominent MMA figures available in UFC 5. The well-known fighters on the roster provide a beginner-friendly experience, while dedicated fans can anticipate further updates, as EA Sports remains committed to delivering an accurate depiction of the sport.

UFC 5 January 12 Patch Notes

Striking

  • Stamina recovery between rounds reduced, tapering off progressively.
  • Tuned body strikes to prioritize stamina drain over damage, promoting strategic use and discouraging relentless attacks.
  • Enhanced ducking speed and evasive properties to prevent unnatural strike tracking.
  • Assigned proper stances to certain fighters and resolved foot planting and unplayable states issues.

Grappling

  • Eliminated the effect of Negative Grapple Advantage, encouraging more dynamic ground game engagement.
  • Increased the influence of Ground Striking attribute on postured Ground and Pound damage, particularly for elbows, rewarding specialized fighters.
  • Reduced tight ground game elbow damage and addressed HUD issues and grappling stucks.

Miscellaneous Updates

  • Added Kamaru Usman to Middleweight
  • Added Deiveson Figueiredo to Bantamweight
  • Included short color selection to Fighter Select for all rostered fighters (excludes Alter Egos)
  • Introduced new Vanity Rewards
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