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Wondering how to block in UFC 5? Then you have come to the right place. The long awaited successor to the hugely successful UFC 4 has finally arrived, which means it’s time to start scrubbing up on your moves in the octagon.
The ability to successfully block your opponents strikes is key to victory now the UFC 5 release date has arrived. Not only will it limit the damage to yourself, but it will also leave the door open to counter strikes against your vulnerable opponent.
Certain fighters will be better at blocking than others. Make sure to check out the UFC 5 ratings and see which athletes are best in this year’s game.
Here is everything that you need to know about how to block in UFC 5.
How to block in UFC 5
There are a number of different methods for blocking shots in UFC 5, with each method dependent on the type of strike your opponent is throwing.
It is worth knowing the strengths and weaknesses of your opponent too, as that can help you gauge which area of your body they will be looking to target.
Here is the full rundown:
Block Head
- PlayStation: Hold R2 to block your head
- Xbox: Hold RT to block your head
Block Body
- PlayStation: Hold L2 & R2 to block your body.
- Xbox: Hold LT & RT to block your body.
Block Legs
- PlayStation: Hold L2 & R2 whilst an opponent is attempting a leg kick.
- Xbox: Hold LT & RT whilst an opponent is attempting a leg kick.
Blocking leg kicks is known as checking. Checking a leg kick will cause damage to the fighter who attempted the kick.
That is everything that you need to know about how to block strikes in UFC 5.
