When it comes to adapting the sport for videogames it is a lot more difficult for developers than it may seem despite there being an endless number of fighting games on the market. Not only do developers have to make sure the stand-up works but the ground game featuring transitions, submissions, and grappling needs to be as close to the excitement of a big fight as possible.
Updated by Michael Llewellyn on January 09, The sport of MMA has grown from a niche combat sport to a mainstream entertainment medium that in many ways has overtaken boxing and even the WWE. It was also the first UFC game to receive critical acclaim for actually capturing the intricacies of mixed martial arts. The combat system is complex and very in-depth and the ground game will take some getting used to but the submission and reversal system is far easier to learn than the new UFC titles from EA.
There were some clipping issues and southpaw fighters were left off the roster as a result. It was visually impressive but the ground-game is a horrible and fiddly mess and the stand-up while impressive feels far too arcade-like to be considered an MMA sim. Instead, the game allows fighters to take devastating shots Muay Thai knee shots that should have ended the fight carry on as if nothing happened. The game shipped with top-notch visuals, a larger roster of fighters, and the inclusion of female fighters like Ronda Rousey.
Outside of kickboxing, the game has a steep learning curve when it comes to the ground game and there was still a lack of content. The career mode is dull as is the story that accompanies it and players will struggle to stay awake through any of it. Released on the original Xbox in , Ultimate Fighting Championship: Tapout was one of the most authentic combat sports games ever released. It felt unique compared to boxing games like Fight Night at the time.
It was a big improvement over its predecessor and improvements to The Ultimate Fights Mode and a more in-depth Career Mode. In addition, the clinch and ground grappling systems have been reworked and fighters could now use the cage wall to gain an advantage in the clinch.
Some clipping issues remained but UFC: Undisputed was one of the most technical and brutal fighting games in its generation. The countering system was useless and no amount of strategy could make it work, and the limited grappling system just meant that players would be standing in front of each other throwing punches. Mixed: 2 out of Negative: 0 out of When the dust settles, and you head to your local game store, or big box to buy Undisputed, you won't be disappointed.
All this publication's reviews Read full review. Armchair Empire. Despite a learning curve, gameplay is very smooth, with a first-class presentation, from the fighter introductions, to the actual UFC announcers and referees, to the good audio features of the crowd and impact of punches and kicks onto each fighter.
The solid base THQ built themselves two years ago has progressed massively, making this game the most complete experience yet. Xbox Achievements. UFC Undisputed 3 is a triumphant return for the ultimate fighting champion, with more modes and options than you can shake a clenched fist at.
In the octagon, the action is tighter, more fluid and still fun to play, but the submission system seems like a misstep and overall, we can't shake the feeling that deep down, it's essentially more of the same.
That Pride mode is a doozy. All this publication's reviews. Gamereactor Sweden. The gaming mechanics and presentation are spot-on, but the UFC fighting feels a bit too stiff sometimes.
User Reviews. Write a Review. Positive: 16 out of Mixed: 7 out of Negative: 3 out of Awesome game with tons of features and a great roster of fighters.
It also has new Pride Fighting features, which add some great variety from Awesome game with tons of features and a great roster of fighters. It also has new Pride Fighting features, which add some great variety from the traditional octagon style MMA. Graphically, the game is superb, the controls have been adapted to give new gamers a starting point simplified ground controls , career mode has been improved, you can now use fighters from the UFC roster as well as your own creations.
The biggest addition is PRIDE mode, with authentic presentation and a completely different set of rules, there is plenty of variety in the game to keep you fighting.
THQ have done the right thing for the first time in the series. They listened to critics of the fans and made the game even better Finally. They listened to critics of the fans and made the game even better than it was. Career is now even better that it used to be, filled with a lot more action and a lot less of "managing".
And have I mentioned amazing commentary? As far as it goes for me, this game is just as good as you would expect from an UFC game. Are you ready? You Ready? Undisputed 3 brings a more technical feel to the table or octagon in this case to that of WWE. With all the new mod cons this year, its character build and attributes give you an opportunity to fine tune, improve and master moves within world renowned gyms.
Add in major customisable aspects including tattoos, banners, and there is even a logo design hub for the lil graphic designer in you. UFC really takes the personalised approach to the core. The SHOP section in-game is a great way to show off those sponsors 10 at a time on tees, hoodies, cowboy hats plus my favourite a kimono jacket. Even with AI difficulty on its hardest setting posing a challenge, what would any fighter game be without online play?
Pitting your offence, defence and hard graft against an actual human in the reformed online experience, and there are no real changes in play to the offline modes. Movements are fluent at most, and controls are responsive under the thumbs. UFC brings a big buzz when fists, feet and blood are flying, drawing you in when racking up those combos.
This was a very fun game, but unfortunately, I only put 7 or so hours into it because it wasn't very deep. Fun game though. If you're into This was a very fun game, but unfortunately, I only put 7 or so hours into it because it wasn't very deep. If you're into UFC, and don't have a next-gen console, this is the game for you.
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