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UFC 6 New Fighter Ratings Explained: Here's What Changed

By Prince Horton Athlon Sports

Updated May 20, 2026 6:39 AM

We are getting closer to the launch of EA SPORTS UFC 6, and EA has now revealed major new details about how fighter ratings will work in the next installment. The developers are calling it an ‘evolution,' and the changes appear focused on making fights feel more authentic, competitive, and skill-based than previous entries in the series.

Rather than simply choosing the highest-rated fighter on the roster, UFC 6 is pushing players toward finding athletes whose style, perks, movement, and strengths best fit how they want to compete inside the Octagon.

What's Changing With Fighter Ratings?

According to EA, ratings are now tied deeper into the overall gameplay ecosystem.

That includes:

Flow State mechanics
Fighter-specific animations
Unique movement systems
Perks and tendencies
Player skill expression
More balanced matchmaking across divisions

EA says the goal is to make more fighters viable while creating stronger fighter identity throughout the roster. A pressure boxer, chain wrestler, counter striker, or submission specialist should all feel dangerous in completely different ways.

The studio also confirmed that UFC 6 fighters are being balanced around the best version of their MMA careers rather than strictly current rankings or recent performances.

EA specifically pointed toward Tony Ferguson during his dominant 12-fight win streak as an example of the philosophy being used throughout the roster.

Meanwhile, Alex Pereira and Max Holloway were highlighted as examples of how fighter identity now goes beyond ratings alone. Pereira is built around devastating power and pressure, while Holloway's gameplay focuses heavily on speed, combinations, and building the new Flow State meter.

Full Elite Striker Ratings Revealed

EA SPORTS also released several full attribute breakdowns for the game's elite five-star strikers.

Amanda Nunes

Chin: 95
Cardio: 90
Punch Power: 100
Kick Power: 94
Takedowns: 92
Submission Offense: 91
Body Strength: 95
Punch Speed: 97
Kick Speed: 94
Accuracy: 96
Ground Striking: 95

Conor McGregor

Chin: 95
Cardio: 88
Punch Power: 100
Kick Power: 92
Takedowns: 84
Submission Offense: 84
Body Strength: 93
Punch Speed: 100
Kick Speed: 94
Accuracy: 100
Ground Striking: 94

Ilia Topuria

Chin: 96
Cardio: 93
Punch Power: 99
Kick Power: 92
Takedowns: 93
Submission Offense: 93
Body Strength: 92
Punch Speed: 97
Kick Speed: 93
Accuracy: 96
Ground Striking: 95

Petr Yan

Chin: 97
Cardio: 96
Punch Power: 95
Kick Power: 93
Takedowns: 91
Ground Striking: 93
Body Strength: 94
Punch Speed: 98
Kick Speed: 95
Accuracy: 98
Submission Offense: 87

Sean O'Malley

Chin: 94
Cardio: 94
Punch Power: 95
Kick Power: 94
Takedowns: 88
Submission Offense: 87
Body Strength: 92
Punch Speed: 98
Kick Speed: 97
Accuracy: 98
Ground Striking: 92

EA SPORTS UFC 6 launches June 19 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, while Ultimate Edition owners gain early access beginning June 12.

This story was originally published May 20, 2026 at 6:12 AM.