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 continued commitment to EA Sports UFC 5, following player feedback regarding the initial roster. Since launch in October 2023, the game has achieved 98% parity with the current UFC top ten rankings through consistent content additions.

Patch 1.18 brings Azamat Murzakanov to the Light Heavyweight division, boasting impressive stats: a 97 power punch rating, 95 accuracy, and 94 ground striking. In addition to Murzakanov, three new fighter alter egos are included, though their identities remain undisclosed.

Beyond new fighters, the update includes minor bug fixes and a gameplay adjustment. The stamina cost of the muscle modifier has been reduced from x3.125 to 2.5. Bug fixes address incorrect translations in certain languages, a Ranked Championship Stand and Bang issue, and outdated portraits.

This update coincides with EA Sports UFC 5's arrival on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate via EA Play on January 14th. While other titles join the standard tier, UFC 5 will be exclusive to the Ultimate tier.

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

General:

• New Fighters: Azamat Murzakanov, Three new Alter Egos
• More Offers Store: Added sorting by Release Series (Pride, Prime, Champion, etc.)
• New vanity rewards added

Gameplay:

• Muscle modifier stamina cost reduced from x3.125 to 2.5

Bug Fixes:

• Corrected incorrect translations in multiple languages.
• Resolved an issue preventing match result display (KO/TKO, etc.) in Ranked Championship: Stand and Bang.
• Updated Stipe and Jones portraits in AE UFC 309 to reflect updated gloves.