Ripten:
THQ did a magnificent job of unleashing UFC into the video game world. On their second installment, however, they made quite a few design choices that angered fans and turned the overall product into an unimpressive hot mess. The high learning curve, along with the complex control scheme, had many gamers shaking their head and throwing in the towel. This time around, THQ and Yuke’s have taken a two year break and addressed many issues found in previous installments. Not only have they succeeded in making a sports game feel fresh and unique, they’ve created the most complete and robust MMA game on the planet.
KeenGamer: "UFC Undisputed 3 is still the best MMA game ever made. Why is it that a game with an outdated roster and PS3 graphics still holds a special place in the hearts of so many players? Let's take a look at the major differences between THQ and EA's approach to MMA gaming."
"Earlier this month, I examined fighters that EA Sports needs to add very soon to the roster for EA Sports UFC. Generally, I was disappointed with the roster size for EA Sports UFC. This is a new-gen title and the size of the roster was even smaller than the initial roster for the last UFC game, UFC Undisputed 3." | Explosion.com
"In a few weeks, Electronic Arts will release its first foray into the MMA phenomenon–the Ultimate Fighting Championship. After trying and failing to exploit the industry without the UFC, with EA Sports MMA, the UFC and EA finally put aside their past differences to collaborate on a brand new MMA gaming experience." | Explosion.com
