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EA UFC 6 Release Time COUNTDOWN: UK launch time, pre-order bonuses, and how to play

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Thu Jun 18 17:46:00 IST 2026
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The wait is almost over for MMA fans as EA Sports UFC 6 prepares to jump into the Octagon on June 19, 2026. With this now the second UFC game to be powered by the Frostbite engine, fans are looking forward to enjoying some pretty massive gameplay overhauls over the last release in 2023.

An early access period for EA UFC 6 is already underway on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S. However, if you're looking for the launch day release time, we've got everything you need covered below.

EA UFC 6 launch at a glance:
  • Worldwide Release Date: Friday, June 19 2026
  • UK Unlock Time: 4pm BST
  • Platforms: PS5 and Xbox Series X|S
  • Early Access Trial: 10-hour trial live now via EA Play and Xbox Game Pass
EA UFC 6 release time countdown

In the UK, the EA UFC 6 release time is officially set for 4pm BST on June 19, 2026

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If you're looking to jump into the cage from another part of the world, here is exactly when the digital version unlocks in your region:

  • US West Coast (PT) - 8:00 AM, June 19
  • US East Coast (ET) - 11am, June 19
  • UK (BST) - 4pm, June 19
  • Central Europe (CEST) - 5pm, June 19
  • Australia East Coast (AEST) - 1am, June 20
How to play EA UFC 6 early right now
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While the full standard release happens on Friday afternoon, there are a couple of ways you jump into the game ahead of schedule.

  • Ultimate Edition Early Access: Players who splurged on the premium Ultimate Edition have had full access to the game since 12 June, enjoying a full week's head start.
  • 10-Hour EA Play Trial:
If you have an active EA Play or Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription, a free 10-hour early access trial went live today (June 18). Any progress you make during this trial will carry over seamlessly to the full game if you decide to buy it, and subscribers score a 10% discount on digital purchases. EA UFC 6 pre-order bonuses and editions
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For those who haven't secured their copy yet, there's still time to lock in the pre-order bonuses before the global countdown ends.

Standard Edition pre-order bonus

Pre-ordering the Standard Edition gets you the base game plus the Iconic Moments Bundle, which includes three legendary fighter skins:

  • "The Korean Zombie" Chan Sung Jung
  • Miesha Tate
  • Leon Edwards

Ultimate Edition extra content

For hardcore fans, the Ultimate Edition packs a bit more value beyond the 7-day early access, including:

  • The Fighter Pass: Adds eight UFC legends, giving you instant access to pioneers Randy Couture and Ken Shamrock right at launch.
  • The Expansion Pass: Grants access to two upcoming expansions featuring brand-new game modes coming in Winter 2026 and Summer 2027.
  • The VIP Pass: Includes five special fighter skins (Jon Jones, Joanna Jedrzejczyk, Henry Cejudo, Jiri Prochazka, and Khalil Rountree) along with ongoing XP boosts.
  • The Rivalry Bundle: Yields iconic versions of Israel Adesanya and Paulo Costa plus 500 UFC Points.
What's new in EA UFC 6?
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Early reviews and impressions have widely labeled this as the biggest technological step forward for the franchise in years. The scripted animations of the past have been heavily overhauled by what EA is calling a Real-Time Contact Engine

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