UFC 3 is Electronics Art's third release of their Mixed Martial Arts simulation. With each release the game improves significantly while the developers work to create the perfect MMA experience but even the best fighter isn't perfect, however EA has still delivered a solid title loaded with features that looks downright amazing and it's easily the best version of the their series. Any true fan of MMA will love this title.

The presentation is hands down a 10/10. this game looks amazing and the fighter models are grade A especially if playing on a 4K set-up it's almost like you're watching an actual UFC match. Game-play is very satisfying. The striking has been tweaked and it turned out great Knockout's are brutal. Ground game does need some improvement but it's not as bad as most people are saying. This game is was made for actual MMA fans. Each fighter feels real and unique. There's a learning curve and useless you have true understanding of the sport you won't get the most out of UFC 3. I find the fights are challenging and intuitive you have to LEARN the combinations in order to be a decent fighter button mashing will simply not cut it. It’s super satisfying to pick up on an opponent’s tendencies and punish them. If you're played the EA's fight night series you'll have no problem adapting.

UFC 3' s career mode turned out to be one of the most well designed career modes I’ve experienced in a combat sports game. It's not only geared towards defeating your opponents to win a championship, the true goal here is to become the Greatest fighter of all Time (GOAT) difficulty level will play a huge part in your overall experience, it can be very easy to win or damn-near impossible depending on what level you choose to take on so choose wisely. Utilmate Team mode has also improved a lot, Tournament mode is good. I don't understand why this game has been receiving negative reviews this is a great game that any fan of the sport will truely appreciate. Nice work EA!

Pros:

  • Snoop Dogg is the commentator in knockout mode
  • EA Gameface allows you to import your face into the game
  • Revised striking system is awesome
  • Huge roster 
  • Realistic damage system.
  • Excellent career mode
  • Amazing Graphics
  • Fun to play with friends

Cons:

  • Submission and grappling system still needs work
  • Tutorial lacks detail.
  • Glitches from animations cause collision errors.

Rating: 8/10 i have a lot of fun playing UFC 3, it's the best UFC title to date in my opinion but EA needs to improve on some of the games mechanics. Hopefully the next release will be a masterpiece.

Now $19.99 at wal-mart and Best Buy. Free-to-Play if you have an EA Access subscription.