EA Sports UFC's Third Patch Impressions and Thoughts

[RaychelSnr]

EA Sports UFC has its third patch out, and EA is once again showing that they’re at least committed to making meaningful changes to the gameplay months after the initial release. There are quite a few changes in this update, and there are two new fighters as well. Here are the details.

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[Poke]

So guys is this game worth buying now?

[ericem]

totally different game from the demo if you ask me.

[Sausage]

This game has barely left my console since the previous update and now with the recent update it is truly a gem. Too bad so many people sold there copies early; I put a little faith in the gentlemen that posted here and I am so impressed with how improved this game is.

[GameplayDevUFC]

Re: EA Sports UFC's Third Patch Impressions and Thoughts

This game has barely left my console since the previous update and now with the recent update it is truly a gem. Too bad so many people sold there copies early; I put a little faith in the gentlemen that posted here and I am so impressed with how improved this game is.

You made my night. I'm getting roasted over on the official forums.

[sirjam]

Re: EA Sports UFC's Third Patch Impressions and Thoughts

I think it's a great game however IMO stamina is off. U shouldn't get that much taken from you if you fight smart and use soft strikes like jabs etc.

[DBMcGee3]

I haven't played in about a month, but even the 2nd gameplay patch made the fights far more realistic. The CPU fighters threw punches more strategically, which limited opportunities to parry and made KOs far more rewarding in my opinion. For being such a tyrannical, lazy company at times, EA has really impressed me with the effort they've put into patching and updating games the past few years. Ideally, it would be nice to have the games be optimal upon release, but I have no problems with a company continuing to work towards a better product, especially when the updates are of no cost to the consumer.

I can honestly say that the UFC game, along with a FIFA 15 game that I find amazing, have truly got me considering an NBA Live 15 purchase this month. Keep up the good work EA!

[tha_show256]

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GameplayDev, please don't let those guys discourage all your hard work!! This is a GREAT GAME!! Those of us that kept the game really appreciate all your hard work and transparency on all issues! Keep up the good work!!

[Dirk5049ers]

Awesome update gameplay wise, but not the scoring is atrocious. I lost an online match where I had 10 takedowns to 1 for my opponent and outlanded him with strikes and significant strikes. He spent the entire match spamming low leg kicks with Bruce Lee, most of which were blocked. Dude won a split decision.

[RdubYa]

I tried the demo prior to release and just wasn't impressed. From what I have been reading it seems like it may be worth giving a shot now.

Glad to hear the game is still getting developer support.

[maltliquor23]

I picked it up when it was on sale on PSN and am thrilled that i did. I Loved it after the second patch and more so now.

[livindominicano]

I haven't played in about a month, but even the 2nd gameplay patch made the fights far more realistic. The CPU fighters threw punches more strategically, which limited opportunities to parry and made KOs far more rewarding in my opinion. For being such a tyrannical, lazy company at times, EA has really impressed me with the effort they've put into patching and updating games the past few years. Ideally, it would be nice to have the games be optimal upon release, but I have no problems with a company continuing to work towards a better product, especially when the updates are of no cost to the consumer.

I can honestly say that the UFC game, along with a FIFA 15 game that I find amazing, have truly got me considering an NBA Live 15 purchase this month. Keep up the good work EA!

lol at buying nba live

[fishingtime]

Re: EA Sports UFC's Third Patch Impressions and Thoughts

GameplayDev, please don't let those guys discourage all your hard work!! This is a GREAT GAME!! Those of us that kept the game really appreciate all your hard work and transparency on all issues! Keep up the good work!!

It isn't that we don't appreciate all the hard work, it is how this patch has changed online behavior. This game is awesome offline now, but a totally different beast online. The CPU doesn't come at you like online players do. The latency also plays a huge role in blocking etc. With the combo speed, any bad latency can ruin your night. I had this happen last night. Turns out I needed to power cycle my modem, but there are still guys I play that my connection doesn't allow me to pump block, etc.

Overall the patch is great. There are just things that people do that ruin it. That isn't the patches fault, just the way people play and the inability to defend correctly at times.

[talucchesi]

I really think I'm going to buy this game now given all the patches and positive comments ive been reading

[RumbleCard]

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It isn't that we don't appreciate all the hard work, it is how this patch has changed online behavior. This game is awesome offline now, but a totally different beast online. The CPU doesn't come at you like online players do. The latency also plays a huge role in blocking etc. With the combo speed, any bad latency can ruin your night. I had this happen last night. Turns out I needed to power cycle my modem, but there are still guys I play that my connection doesn't allow me to pump block, etc.

Overall the patch is great. There are just things that people do that ruin it. That isn't the patches fault, just the way people play and the inability to defend correctly at times.

Can't stress that enough. Twice last night I got caught in a moment where upon getting up from the ground I couldn't defend and it was the same ole R,L,R,L,R,L,R,L,R until I was done.

Seeing stat lines of my opponent look like this and still earn the win...

S. Strikes 6/44
Total Strikes 39/178
TD 1/8

and I'm trying to be prudent and judicious...

S. Strikes 19/27
Total Strikes 58/82
TD 6/9

But all it takes is for your opponent to catch you in a RLRLRLR flurry and its over. I'm not gassed either...I should be able to get my hands up.

With that said I do think things are improved. I still enjoy the game but there's little I can do against a spammer. I figure a low level spammer has at least a 60/40 chance of beating someone who's well rounded and skilled on the ground.