With the 2010 update for THQ's "UFC Undisputed" series coming in May, the franchise's original edition is now available for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation3 for just $29.99.
THQ officials today announced the new price, as well as the designation of "UFC 2009 Undisputed" as a "Platinum Hits" title for the Xbox 360 and a part of the "Greatest Hits" collection for the PlayStation3.
Today's official release placed worldwide sales of "UFC 2009 Undisputed" at 3.5 million units.
"Reaching 'Platinum Hits' and 'Greatest Hits' status is an honor that speaks to the strength of our software and the power of the UFC brand," THQ Vice President of Global Brand Management Brian Coleman stated. "With a reduced price point, more players can now step into the octagon and take part in the ultimate virtual UFC experience."
"UFC 2009 Undisputed" hit retailers' shelves on May 19, 2009, and UFC president Dana White today confirmed that an updated edition of the annual series will be available on Tuesday, May 25.
"We are excited that so many fans around the world have helped us achieve these impressive milestones in our debut year," UFC president Dana White stated. "'UFC 2009 Undisputed' opened the door for us to further share the UFC brand with videogame and fight fans around the world, and we cannot wait to return this spring with the release of 'UFC Undisputed 2010' on May 25, 2010."
Unlike the 2009 edition, this year's version of "UFC Undisputed" will face some competition.
"EA Sports MMA," a title developed by rival manufacturer Electronic Arts that features fighters from organizations outside of the UFC, is slated for a summer release, though it remains to be seen what type of impact the new game will have on sales of the wildly successful "UFC Undisputed" franchise.
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