The MMA video games worth playing in 2025

2025 Best MMA Video Games

Whether you’re into the UFC or the PFL, grappling to glory or recording a memorable knockout in the virtual world appeals to many MMA fans. Thankfully, for people who enjoy gaming, millions of fans are exploring some excellent titles on a variety of devices. 

This all comes despite being a relatively new genre of gaming. While some sports games have built up massive followings, the MMA genre is relatively new, especially when assessing the sports genre. It delivers as fans control their favorite fighters and execute some stunning submissions in a fantastic MMA-themed product. 

So, if you need an MMA video game to explore in 2025, then below are some of the most enticing releases mixed martial arts fans are currently sampling. 

MMA Legends is popular on mobile 

If your console gaming days are firmly behind you, you might prefer the more casual aspect of smartphone gaming. For MMA lovers, MMA Legends is worth looking at here. While it isn’t the most intricate release on the list, this dynamic fighting game throws you straight into the action. You can train your MMA fighter, learn new combinations, master new martial arts, and aim to reign supreme in some testing bouts. Also offering one-finger gameplay that makes it easy to grasp and fun to session in short bursts, MMA Legends is a solid title in the space. 

EA Sports UFC 5 is worth looking at

Looking at a console favorite now, EA Sports UFC 5 is worth purchasing today if you own a PlayStation 5 or an Xbox Series X/S. Offering crisp graphics and a roster of instantly recognizable fighters from the promotion, it’s an imposing game. The title’s real impact system separates it from many competitors. At the same time, game modes like Online Career mode enable players to climb up the rankings and participate in epic online match-ups. While EA Sports UFC 5 isn’t perfect, it’s undoubtedly the best console game in this category. 

Fans are playing online casino titles like UFC Gold Blitz Extreme.

With Tom Aspinall and Jon Jones appearing in the game, fans are playing online casino titles like UFC Gold Blitz Extreme. In this officially licensed slot based on the Ultimate Fighting Championship, players can enjoy the vibes of a fight night from their preferred gaming device. You only need a web browser to load up this top title. It also features some of UFC’s most legendary fighters alongside today’s current crop, including Conor McGregor and Amanda Nunes. You’ll like this one if you enjoy the bright lights of major UFC events. 

Manage your very own gym in MMA Manager.

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Another mobile option, MMA Manager, involves players managing a team of MMA fighters. Along the journey, you’re responsible for their physical development and potential success in competitive scenarios. You can expand your gym and make various improvements, hire fighters to bring the best out of your team, and follow the action as it unfolds, hoping your crop of fighters can come out on top. 

Ultimate MMA is a solid option on PC 

One for any PC gamers reading: while Ultimate MMA lacks detail and could do with some refining, it’s an option many MMA fans are sampling on Steam. In this one, you can take part in tournaments and aim to win big; there are new moves to unlock the further you progress, and you can even silence any arrogant friends who thi

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