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Powered by Fighters, UFC^® 6 Brings UFC Stars to Life with Evolved Striking, Authentic Movement, Deeper Fighter Individuality, and New Immersive Storytelling Modes

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 19, 2026-- Today, Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) launches EA SPORTS™ UFC® 6 on PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S, delivering next-level fighter fidelity to fans worldwide. Cutting-edge Markerless Capture and next-gen Sapien Technology make UFC superstars look, move, and fight like their real-life counterparts, while the all-new Flow State mechanic turns standout skills into in-game impact. Real-Time Contact brings every exchange to life with Frostbite™-powered ragdoll physics, and immersive new game modes like Hall of Legends and The Legacy let players experience the stories of UFC greats or carve their own path from backrooms to the bright lights.

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“EA SPORTS™ continues to take the game to the next level,” said UFC President and CEO Dana White. “Every new edition gets better and better. The intensity, movement, and overall gameplay are next level, bringing fight fans a fun and realistic gameplay experience.”

“UFC 6 is a true leap forward for the franchise, and we are excited for fans to feel that difference from the moment they step into the virtual Octagon,” said Nate McDonald, Lead Producer of EA SPORTS™ UFC 6. “Markerless Capture and Sapien Technology set a new bar for authenticity, while new features like Signature Strikes and Flow State make every fighter feel more distinct, adding up to the most immersive UFC experience we’ve ever created.”

EA SPORTS™ UFC 6 is packed with new features and technology:

• Next Level Fighter Fidelity: Everyone's fight looks different. Cutting-edge Markerless Capture and Sapien Technology make the fighters in UFC 6 look, move, strike and react in true-to-life fashion. Master each fighter and discover their strengths.
• Flow State: This all-new feature introduces 30 unique fighter Flow States built around each athlete's authentic strengths, tendencies and fight IQ. When players lean into a fighter's style, like pressure fighting, counter striking or grappling dominance, they build momentum that unlocks an advantage. Flow State turns identity into impact, forcing real-time adjustments as momentum shifts and the fight evolves.
• Real-Time Contact: Experience all-new Frostbite™ powered ragdoll physics, contact windows, damage and hit reactions. Real-Time Contact delivers more precise, fair and visceral exchanges.
• Hall of Legends: An immersive experience that explores the stories, environments and moments that shaped the careers of three UFC superstars. Relive iconic fights through a seamless mix of live footage, cinematic scenes and gameplay in this game-changing celebration of MMA greatness.
• The Legacy: An interactive prologue to Career Mode allowing players to shape the journey of MMA prospect Chris Carter. Players will navigate intense drama and fierce rivalries as they guide Carter from the regional fight scene to the UFC, all in pursuit of championship glory.
• Career Mode: Players can choose to jump into the fire against today’s top-ranked UFC contenders with their Created Fighter, favorite UFC star or Chris Carter from The Legacy. UFC Career Mode now features an expanded decision-driven system, with 10 times as many choices as UFC 5, each with higher stakes and a bigger impact on progression and legacy. Players can now fight for and defend two titles simultaneously, as well as duke it out for the BMF belt.
• The Gym: A centralized hub where players can recruit and train UFC stars, then level up their gym across any game mode to earn new trainers, boosts and exclusive cosmetic rewards that can be equipped for profiles or in Fighter Select as they develop and manage their team.
• Crossplay: For the first time in franchise history, UFC 6 introduces crossplay functionality, allowing players on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S to compete against each other in online modes.

With the Ultimate Edition, players can step into the Octagon with instant access to Randy Couture and Ken Shamrock, plus the Fighter Pass, Expansion Pass, VIP Pass and more. Visit http://ea.com/games/ufc/ufc-6 and follow our social channels to learn more and stay up-to-date on all things UFC 6.

EA Play members on Xbox and PlayStation can try UFC 6 for up to 10 hours*. In addition, a limited-time EA Play Welcome Pack is available for members to claim, filled with cosmetic items to help them stand out from the competition. For more information on EA Play, please visit https://www.ea.com/ea-play.

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About Electronic Arts

Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA) is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. The Company develops and delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, mobile devices and personal computers.

In fiscal year 2026, EA posted GAAP net revenue of approximately $7.5 billion. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA is recognized for a portfolio of critically acclaimed, high-quality brands such as EA SPORTS FC™, Battlefield™, Apex Legends™, The Sims™, EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL, EA SPORTS™ College Football, Need for Speed™, Dragon Age™, Titanfall™, Plants vs. Zombies™ and EA SPORTS F1 ®. More information about EA is available at www.ea.com/news.

EA, EA SPORTS, EA SPORTS FC, Battlefield, Need for Speed, Apex Legends, The Sims, Dragon Age, Titanfall, and Plants vs. Zombies are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. John Madden, NFL, and F1 are the property of their respective owners and used with permission.

About UFC®

UFC® is the world's premier mixed martial arts (MMA) organization, with more than 700 million fans and approximately 363 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world, while distributing programming to an estimated 1 billion broadcast and digital households across 210 countries and territories. UFC's athlete roster features the world's best MMA athletes, representing more than 75 countries. The organization's digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world's leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok.

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Georgia Dueck
Public Relations Manager - NHL, UFC, F1
gdueck@ea.com

Source: Electronic Arts Inc.