UFC 5: Which Edition Should You Buy?

If you’re thinking about grabbing a copy of UFC 5, you’ll want to make sure you buy the edition that best fits your interest level and budget.

UFC 5 is EA’s latest installment in its MMA fighting series and the game has landed on PS5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S.

There are currently no plans to release the game for older consoles like the PS4 and Xbox One which is obviously a disappointment. It won’t come to Windows PC or Nintendo Switch either.

11/3 Update: UFC 5 has landed on Xbox and PlayStation and we’ve updated this guide to reflect the game’s arrival.

As expected, there are two versions of the game on sale: A standard edition and the UFC 5 Deluxe edition which has some intriguing extras.

If you’re thinking about buying a copy of UFC 5, you’ll want to choose wisely. Each edition has its pros and cons and today we want to guide you through those.

We’ll also tell you about the key differences between a physical and digital copy of the game.

UFC 5 Standard Edition

Your first option is the UFC 5 Standard edition. This is the most basic version of the game and it’s also the cheapest format. However, it comes with the least amount of bonus content.

The UFC 5 Standard edition for PS5, Xbox Series X, or Xbox Series S will run you $69.99 without a deal. We may see retailers offer discounts during the holiday season so if you don’t want to pay that much you’ll want to wait.

So who should buy the standard UFC 5 edition?

• Newcomers to the UFC series.
• People who don’t have a ton of time to play games and aren’t sure how much time they can or want to invest in an MMA simulation.

You can buy the UFC 5 Standard edition at an assortment of retailers including Amazon.

UFC 5 Deluxe Edition

Your other option is the UFC 5 Deluxe edition which is more expensive, but comes with more items. The Deluxe edition costs $99.99 without a deal or subscription.

This version of the game nets you additional content you won’t get if you buy the Standard edition. Here’s the full rundown:

• Mike Tyson
• Fedor Emelianenko
• Muhammad Ali
• Bruce Lee Bundle
• 4 Alter Egos (Jon Jones, Israel Adesanya, Alexander Volkanovski, Valentina Shevchenko)
• Origins Bundle (Conor McGregor [2013], Leon Edwards [2015], and 22 Vanity Items)
• 30th Anniversary Vanity Bundle (4 Vanity Items)
• Online Career Mode XP Boosts (x5)

So who should opt for UFC 5 Deluxe edition?

• Those who plan to invest a lot of time in UFC 5.
• Those who plan to play the game’s Career mode.

You can buy the UFC 5 Deluxe edition right now at various retailers.

UFC 5: Digital vs. Physical

You’ll also need to decide between a physical or digital version of UFC 5.

If you buy a physical copy of UFC 5, you’ll be able to sell it to a retailer like GameStop for credit toward another game when/if you’re done playing it. You could also sell it on a site like eBay or Craigslist for cash.

Buying a physical copy will also allow you to easily lend the game to a friend, family member, or co-worker if they want to try before buying or if you get sick of playing it.

If you buy a digital copy of UFC 5, you’ll avoid clutter building up around your entertainment center and you’ll also avoid damaging the disc.

If you often misplace games or have kids that like to hide or fling discs around the house, the digital version of the game is your best bet.