EA Sports UFC 5 Adds Two New Fighters in September 26 Update

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EA Sports UFC 5 Adds Two New Fighters in September 26 Update

Key Takeaways

  • The UFC 5 patch update on September 26 adds Chase Hooper and Lerone Murphy to the roster.
  • Patch 1.14 includes balance adjustments, bug fixes, and new fighters.
  • EA also launches new “on this day” alter ego set with Alexander Volkanovski and Brian Ortega.

As a dedicated UFC fan and avid gamer, I can hardly contain my excitement for the latest update to EA Sports UFC 5! The addition of Chase Hooper and Lerone Murphy to the roster is just the cherry on top of an already fantastic game. I’ve been eagerly awaiting these two lightweight and featherweight contenders ever since they made their way onto the Octagon.

EA Sports has officially announced that an update for the much-loved fighting game, UFC 5, is set to drop on September 26. This update will introduce Chase Hooper and Lerone Murphy to the already impressive lineup of mixed martial artists in the game. The update can be downloaded on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S around 10 AM Pacific Time. It brings balance changes and offers players two new fighters to explore within UFC 5.

As a devoted fan, I’m thrilled about EA Vancouver’s commitment to regularly introduce fresh fighters to UFC 5, which was launched in 2023. With the latest patch set to wrap up in September, we can expect to download the complimentary content update and control lightweight sensation Chase Hooper and featherweight Lerone Murphy, who is currently ranked twelfth in his division. Besides the addition of these two new fighters, update 1.14 also implements a series of balance tweaks and repairs to guarantee an uninterrupted gaming experience for both grapplers and strikers.

Before the rollout of its latest update, Electronic Arts (EA) introduced two fresh in-game personas for Alexander Volkanovski and Brian Ortega on September 25, reminiscent of their memorable five-round battle at UFC 226 in 2021. In that fight, Volkanovski emerged victorious with a unanimous decision win. To mark the third anniversary of this epic encounter, EA is commemorating the occasion by launching a new “on this day” alter-ego series, seeking to immortalize the fighters in their original forms from the day they stepped into the ring.

Regarding the fresh fighters arriving with update 1.14, fans can now explore the skills of young lightweight competitor Chase Hooper, recognized for his formidable grappling abilities at just 25 years old. He’s an excellent choice for any player in UFC 5 who aims to secure a submission victory. Additionally, there’s Lerone Murphy, who has earned his place within the UFC featherweight rankings (currently ranked twelfth). Murphy boasts a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and showcases an impressive stand-up game, as well as excellent endurance.

In addition to the September 26 update, you’ll find a series of balance tweaks and bug corrections. For instance, the stamina advantage needed for certain ground transitions has been reduced, as further explained in the official patch notes. Unfortunately, this latest UFC 5 update seems not to have any striking adjustments, but it does contain some crucial bug fixes.

EA Sports UFC 5 Patch Notes for September 26 Update

Patch Launch Date/Time and Launch Downtime

  • September 26, 2024, at 10 am PT / Estimated Launch Downtime: None

UFC 307 Fight Week Challenges and New Alter Egos

  • These will be added on October 1, 2024, at 10 am PT.

New Fighters

  • Chase Hooper
  • Lerone Murphy

Gameplay Updates

  • Fixed an issue that allowed a fighter to partially block the special lead hook block counter, after using an advancing slipping rear hook.
  • Fixed an issue that made the Triangle entry unavailable from Submissive Rubber Guard, when at a large stamina advantage.
  • Reduced the stamina advantage requirement for some ground transitions:
    • Smash Pass from Dominant Full Guard to Side Control from 25 to 10.
      • This happens when the submissive hips out to one side and then the dominant, being the second one to move, transitions to the other side. This requires Wrestling Transitions.
    • Side Control Sweep from 70 to 50.
      • This is a circumstantial sweep that stems from the hip-out transition to half-guard. It requires Wrestling Sweeps and was also very rare because of the very high stamina advantage requirement.
  • Fixed a camera issue during the Heel Hook finish.

Misc. Additions and Updates

  • New assorted vanity rewards added.

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2024-09-26 15:53