UFC Undisputed 3: New Features That Will Take MMA Video Game to Next Level

The latest MMA video game, UFC Undisputed 3, is set to be released this week and it promises to be the most comprehensive one to date. With several new features added since the last installment in the series two years ago, UFC Undisputed 3 has all the makings of a must-own game for any UFC fan.

Here are three specific features that will help take the game to the next level for gamers.

Revamped Submission System

One of the biggest disappointments in previous versions of the game was submissions. They are such a large part of MMA but weren't treated with as much respect by the developers as knockouts. This year's game should level the playing field for fighters who specialize in submission moves.

Most importantly, there have been some new maneuvers added to allow for more opportunities to get your opponent in a precarious position. Then, once you lock in a hold, you have to complete the job by forcing a tap out.

It will making playing as a fitness fight much more enjoyable.

Stamina System

An issue that virtually every sports game struggles with is stamina. No game has perfected a way for players to show legitimate fatigue in the latter stages of a game without unrealistic bursts of energy. But UFC Undisputed 3 has taken a step in the right direction.

As a fighter wears down, it will become tough to knock out an opponent. Therefore, gamers are forced to choose between pushing for the KO or slowing up. Submissions also become more difficult for tired fighters.

The new stamina system might get overlooked, but it's a key upgrade nonetheless.

“Finish the Fight” Endings

The most noticeable feature of the new game will be right before picking up a knockout. Gamers will now get to keep pounding on their opponent until the referee decides to call the fight—very much like you see inside the Octagon on a weekly basis.

This will be an especially cool feature when controlling powerhouses like Junior dos Santos, who have the power to unload huge haymakers. The goal of all video games should be to have as much realism as possible to keep fans wanting more.

“Finish the Fight” really helps UFC Undisputed 3 come closer to that goal.