UFC 5 Update Adds Unbeaten Combatant

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 update, Patch 1.18, introduces undefeated fighter Azamat Murzakanov and addresses several bugs.

The update demonstrates EA Vancouver's ongoing commitment to EA Sports UFC 5, following initial criticism regarding the game's launch roster. Since then, consistent updates have boosted roster parity with current UFC rankings to 98%.

Patch 1.18 brings not only Murzakanov (a Light Heavyweight with impressive 97 Power Punch, 95 Accuracy, and 94 Ground Striking stats) but also three undisclosed new alter egos. In addition to the roster additions, the patch includes minor bug fixes and a gameplay adjustment: the stamina cost of the muscle modifier has been reduced from x3.125 to 2.5. Specific bug fixes include correcting incorrect translations in certain languages and resolving a Ranked Championship Stand and Bang issue. Updated portraits for Stipe and Jones (UFC 309) also reflect their updated gloves.

Furthermore, the timing of this update coincides with the announcement of EA Sports UFC 5's arrival on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate via EA Play, starting January 14th. This means Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers will gain access alongside other titles added to the Standard tier.

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

General:

• New Fighters: Azamat Murzakanov, Three new Alter Egos
• Enhanced "More Offers" Store: Sorting now available by release series (Pride, Prime, Champion, etc.)
• New vanity rewards added

Gameplay:

• Muscle modifier stamina cost reduced (x3.125 to 2.5)

Bug Fixes:

• Corrected incorrect translations in multiple languages.
• Resolved Ranked Championship Stand and Bang match result display issue.
• Updated Stipe and Jones (UFC 309) portraits to match updated glove designs.