Like its predecessor, EA Sports UFC 2 captures all the pomp and circumstance of Mixed Martial Arts' biggest promotion. In this case, of course, that pomp is more like an electrifying "pow!

Lifelike visuals are incredible; Slugfests are robust and satisfying; Streamlined grappling makes it a viable strategy

Tutorials are lacking; Career mode needs more personality; Grapple defence is overly cumbersome

Going through the replay in an early match of EA Sports UFC 3 , I caught a look I'd never seen before in a sports video game: hate. Clean, old-fashioned hate.

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Unlike other sports titles, fighting ones have proved a bit trickier to get right. Much of the problem has to do with gameplay, as the action often resembles little from the real thing.

Spot-on presentation; Well detailed fighters; Licensed roster of fighters

Certain fighting mechanics still need work

Trying to distill everything that makes MMA so brutal, complex, and amazing to watch is no simple task. EA Sports' first outing in the UFC franchise was an interesting first stab at bringing the intensity of the sport to the console, but it lacked the approachability that helped define their other...

This visually stunning take on the sport of MMA builds on the depth and variety of combat styles that makes the sport so appealing to audiences around the globe

It still remains incredibly difficult to lock in holds; which isn't aided much by the lack of substantial tutorials for both new and old mechanics

EA UFC was a great game, but it lacked substance. The meat was fine, but it had no potatoes. The other problem with the game was that while the presentation was great, it suffered from a ridiculous ground game system and lack of other game modes.

Buy EA Sports UFC 3 In 2014, EA Sports UFC felt like a proof of concept rather than a fully fleshed-out title, especially when compared to UFC Undisputed 3 . A small roster and lack of game modes marred an otherwise promising start for the series, which was under new ownership.

Fun game to play. Combo and hard moves are a little confusing to do and remember but it doesn't take away the excitement of the game. Its a step up from ufc 2. I like ufc 2 too. But this one has more features in career mode. Only advantage ufc 2 has is easier to do moves.

I honestly really enjoy the game. I had the previous one and enjoyed many hours with friends The only issue is the lack of fighters that really should be in the game, which is why i've taken a star away.

GOAT Game