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Dana White issues UFC 6 video game update as release rumors build

Originally posted on HITC | By Jordan Ellis | Last updated Apr 9, 2026 12:22 PM ET

Fans are getting antsy for updates on the next MMA video game.

UFC 5 hit the shelves in October 2023 and has been a huge success both commercially and with critics. Now, rumours are swirling that UFC 6 could be hitting the shelves in the summer of 2026.

Fans spotted pre-order listings for UFC 6 popping up on several online retailers this week. On the same day, Dana White spoke about the upcoming game, providing a few new details in partnership with EA Sports.

He revealed that two covers have already been completed for the title, which is expected to be released later this year.

“Did we announce the covers yet?” White said when asked about UFC by Adin Ross. “I was working on a cover that we were gonna do, but then we ended up going with the original plan we were going to go with.”

“I didn’t even know it wasn’t announced yet. I literally just got done with it three days ago. Yeah, [we’ll see UFC 6 this year], and there will be two covers.”

Who will be on the cover of UFC 6?

Alex Pereira, the former two-weight UFC champion, was recently seen filming with EA Sports, adding fuel to speculation about his involvement with the new game.

When Adin Ross asked Dana White about who would feature on the cover of UFC 6, he hinted that Pereira could be one of them.

The streamer replied: “Am I close?”

White responded with a grin: “You’re close.”

This article first appeared on HITC and was syndicated with permission.

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