The clinch game won't operate like the ground game in previous installments. Grappling has also seen some adjustments.

Players can throw quicker strikes with a tap, while holding the button will result in slower, more damaging blows. Striking inputs have also been overhauled where shoulder button modifiers are removed and striking will focus how long you press a button. There will be a new submission system that is more reminiscent of the 'WWE 2K' series rather than the two-stick submission attempts. Striking and grappling in 'EA Sports UFC 4'?įans of the series will see some significant changes to gameplay for this installment. Of course, there will be an opportunity to fight anyone online or invite a friend to an online scrap. There will also be a fast-paced mode called 'Blitz Battles' which allows you to compete with online opponents in a rapid-fire tournament.

But the action doesn't end once you win as online opponents can challenge for your title. Online will have a world championship mode in which gamers can take their created fighter or a current UFC fighter and climb the leaderboards to become a champion. Offline modes will include a 'Fight Now' mode in which you can have a regular MMA bout, one in which a knockout is the only path to victory, a straight kickboxing match or you can customize the rules to fit your gameplay style. Depending on how you address fighters on social media, you can have a new training partner or build a heated rivalry. Much of the standard fare will be available in 'UFC 4.' However, there will be several new game modes for gamers to sink their teeth into.Ĭareer mode will have a few new wrinkles that include the opportunity to build relationships with fighters through social media. Online World Championships (online only).Fight Now (Knockout Mode, Stand and Bang and Custom).'I grew up backyard fighting so it's exciting for me to see that style of fighting come to 'UFC 4' where players can bring out their Gamebred mentality.' What game modes will be in 'EA Sports UFC 4'?

It's about who you are as a person and the determination that drives a fighter to go from unknown to selling out arenas all over the world,' Masvidal said. 'I look forward to my fans playing as me as much as I have enjoyed playing as myself.' 'I am the face of the new wave of UFC fighters, so it feels right to represent the sport on this new generation UFC game,' Adesanya said. There will be two new fighters that will grace the cover of 'EA Sports UFC 4.' UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya will cover the game alongside 'BMF' champion Jorge Masvidal. Who are the cover athletes for 'EA Sports UFC 4'?

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