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UFC 2009 Undisputed
- Xbox 360, PlayStation 3
- Price: $59.99
- Genre: Fighting
Common Sense Media says
Violent, fighting game based on Ultimate Fighting.
Parents say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this is a sports simulation based on the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Players use a series of punches, kicks and grapples to knock out opponents or make them give up. These can range from flying knees to the face to chokeholds. Blood sometimes shoots out after strikes, while fighters show signs of injury such as cuts to the face. In between fights, ring girls wearing skimpy outfits briefly parade around the ring to signal the next round. The game is playable online, a feature Common Sense Media does not recommend to children under the age of 12.
What's it about?
After a five-year hiatus, mixed-martial arts returns to video games with the release of UFC 2009 UNDISPUTED, a robust and rousing simulation of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. The goal of each match, fought in an octagon-shaped ring, is to defeat your opponent by either knocking him out or forcing him to give up. Each fighter employs a series of fighting styles ranging from boxing and wrestling to judo and ju-jitsu to achieve victory. The game has a 30-minute tutorial that shows the basics of Ultimate Fighting.
Players can either control famous fighters such as Chuck Liddell and Rampage Jackson in exhibition and online fights, or create a fighter and move him through Career Mode. Like boxing, fighters break down into different weight classes such as lightweight, middleweight, and heavyweight. In between brawls, players assign training times and sparring sessions to prepare for battle.
Is it any good?
UFC sports an impressive level of depth. Players can customize their fighters' looks, style, and outfits, down to even the color of their mouthpiece. There is plenty to learn in order to master the fighting, from simple strikes to takedowns and grapples. Fortunately, the game is still easy to pick up and play, as players can easily mash buttons to deliver flurries of punches and kicks. The fighters look realistic, closely mirroring their real-life counterparts.
Fights are intense and unpredictable. If you let your guard down for a second, opponents can unleash a powerful punch to knock you out cold. Attacks also look painful, based on the grimaces and other expressions from opponents on the receiving end. With practice, you will learn how to deliver that crucial punch that puts opponents on the mat. Overall, UFC provides an exciting alternative for gamers tired of the standard boxing and wrestling games.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about the UFC's rise in popularity compared to similar sports such as boxing and wrestling. What makes the UFC so popular?
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UFC
If you've ever watched ufc you know what to expect from this game. One of the most brutal sports ever. Lots of blood, cuts, etc. The graphics in this game are great. Recommend it.
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UFC 2009 Undisputed
Very addicting and easy-to-play game. I've always been a big fan of UFC, so this game is a must for me. Parents dont have to worry about safety issues. This game is only violent in one way, and thats for the competitive fighting.
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perfect for kids 6+
well this game is extremeely good no sex no drugs no nudity just a plain fighting game and a good fighting game it teaches your young ine how to fight and how to stand up and take it like a man
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good- but brutal
very good but also very brutal, much like the show.
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Kid, 11 years old
October 29, 2010
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A good fun game to play. A bit of punching kneeing and kicking to spill blood and make bruises. A bit of swearing on career. At the end of every round, a woman in bra and panties holds up the round sign.
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Way better than any other wrestling or boxing game
If you like watching UFC, then you will enjoy this game even. You can play as all of your favorite fighters plus your own customizable character. The graphics are very real and the combat is fast and fluent. A must play for 11+.
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Baller
This game is very realistic and I absolutely love it! Haha its got very graphic fighting but its still good for those who watch this stuff on tv. They do say cuss words and drop the f-bomb at one point during the speeches in between the fights.
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not that bad
girls wearing skimpy outfits isnt something you wouldnt see at the beach, and the blood isnt that bad, in fact blood is barely noticable. and why in the world, is mass advertising such a big deal!!!!! advertising doesnt hurt anybody!
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AGE
This game is okay. Online might not be, but this game overall is great. These fighters like Forrest Griffin and Chuck Liddel are pretty good role models.The career mode is repetitive, but good.
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| Platforms: | Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 |
| Available online? | Available online |
| Genre: | Fighting |
| Developer: | THQ |
| Release date: | May 19, 2009 |
| Price: | $59.99 |
| ESRB rating: | T for Alcohol reference, Blood, Language, Mild Suggestive Themes, Violence |
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