The Ultimate Guide to Mastering Clinch Submissions in UFC 5

EA's UFC 5 presents a combat sports simulation that boasts intricate controls and a challenging learning curve, excluding the game's new Simple Controls feature intended for novice players. Alongside striking, players must acquaint themselves with stamina conservation, takedowns, submissions, and the clinch.

During the early stages of UFC 4, the clinch maneuver was dominant until subsequently weakened. However, one of the most effective strategies to secure victory was executing a flying submission from the clinch, commonly referred to as Flying Submissions. This guide aims to assist players in comprehending the necessary steps to achieve a successful flying submission from the clinch in UFC 5, as well as providing a list of fighters adept at employing this technique.

How to Clinch in UFC 5

Players must first master the art of clinching inside the cage before learning how to effectively execute a submission on their opponents. The button mapping has been altered for initiating the clinch. To successfully grab an opponent in the clinch, follow the steps below:

- On the PlayStation, press X + Square for a conventional stance or Triangle + Circle for a Southpaw stance.

- On the Xbox, press A + X for a conventional stance or Y + B for a Southpaw stance.

- UFC 4 players may recall that this was previously the method used to deliver an uppercut.

Use the clinch mechanic on worn-down opponents.

How to Perform a Flying Submission in UFC 5

Certain submission specialists in UFC 5 can perform special moves in the clinch. To utilize a submission from the dominant clinch position, use the following steps:

Grab the opponent in the clinch.

Transition to the Collar Tie position by pressing R1 + Square or Triangle. RB + X or Y on the Xbox.

Press L2 + R1 + Square (or Triangle in Southpaw) on the PlayStation or LT + RB + X (or Y) to hit the submission in full guard.

If you want fighters like Minotauro Nogueira to perform a flying armbar, start by initiating the clinch, and then input L2 + R1 and Square (or triangle) on the PlayStation. On the Xbox, press LT + RB + X (or Y).

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Some UFC fighters pull their opponents into full guard to use a submission from their back or perform a flying armbar.

UFC Fighters That Use Flying Submissions

Here are some of the top submission specialists in UFC 5:

- Charles Oliveira

Brian Ortega

Tony Ferguson

Paul Craig

Royce Gracie

Here's all players need to know about executing submissions from the clinch. It's crucial to use it wisely as unsuccessful attempts can deplete stamina and leave the fighter in a vulnerable position on the ground.

UFC 5 is available on October 27, 2023, for the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.