UFC Undisputed 2010 Requires Code for Online Play (Pastapadre, Destructoid)

[Steve_OS]

Pastapadre has posted some interesting news regarding a required code to play UFC Undisputed 2010.

Quote:

"Earlier this week word started leaking out that THQ would be including a unique one-time use code in new copies of UFC 2010 Undisputed. This code provides access to all online play functionality. If a used copy of the game is bought or if the game is rented, one would have to purchase a code through the marketplace."

Destructoid has an official response from THQ.

Quote:

"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."

[sb24]

I do not like this. I am buying the game new so no problems for me but hate that this is where the gaming industry is heading.

[JerseySuave4]

i dont play online so this doesnt bother me and i'm sure most people on these boards will have the code from buying the game anyway but those that buy it used have to pay to get a code. Even though i dont play online i'm still not a fan of this concept.

[jeremym480]

Damn EA..... Oh wait... This isn't EA's... So EA's not the only company doing it.

Awesome news!

Only because I love being right!

[allBthere]

Things like this, especially if they are taken too far, will drive me away from gaming. Total crap. I can't believe MS and Sony are allowing this.

yes I'm getting the game so it doesn't technically affect me, but I disagree with it and soon it will affect me when I just rent a game or buy it used.

It will bug me even if it never affects me lol.

[goh]

I can see Sony or Nintendo allowing it but MS shouldn't.

[TheGipper86]

This bugs me. I don't have a problem when they do it for extra DLC and what not, ala Mass Effect 2, but when you start taking out components of the game, it just kinda makes you look like a wiener.

[CreatineKasey]

People better complain about this too. There was a 500 post thread hating on EA for doing this exact thing.

I'm waiting....