Earlier this month EA announced its plans to implement an ‘Online Pass’ system for all EA Sports games going forward, beginning with Tiger Woods PGA Tour 11, which will require gamers to buy an original copy of a game in order to receive a code to access online play. Failing this (an original, not second-hand, purchase), gamers will need to buy access to online play (and further premium content and online features) for $10.

THQ has now announced that a similar system will be in place for the publisher’s upcoming mixed martial arts (MMA) fighting game, UFC Undisputed 2010.

Access to UFC Undisputed 2010’s multiplayer component will require gamers to buy an original copy of the title to receive a one-time code, which is included with the game at purchase. If you happen to be buying the game second-hand (or having a look through rental), you’ll need to pay an additional $5 to access this multiplayer content.

The official statement from THQ regarding this new policy is as follows:

“THQ is delivering a truly unmatched online gaming experience for fans of UFC and across all fighting games in general. The main enhancement of UFC Undisputed 2010’s premium online content is the new “Fight Camp Mode” in which players can assemble ranks of up to 40 people and train together. This is a significant value-add to the game as players can continually improve their skills by training with their friends and bringing teams of MMA specialists together.

“This multiplayer content for UFC Undisputed 2010 will be available via a one-time code included with the game at purchase. Codes for accessing the content will be available for second-time buyers for an additional $5.

”Details for acquiring the codes and how this will work will be available via the UFC community site.”

UFC Undisputed 2010 releases next week, on May 25th in the US and May 28th in the UK and Europe, so you’d best brush up on your MMA knowledge through El33tonline’s previous coverage of the game!

Source: PastaPadre via Destructoid