Dana White teases Power Slap game on the way amid EA Sports UFC 5 announcement Zuffa LLCOn the heels of EA Sports confirming the much-anticipated UFC 5, UFC President Dana White stirred a mixed bag of reactions from the gaming community by teasing that a new video game based on his slap-fighting promotion, Power Slap, is also coming soon. As UFC fans look forward to the \u201cfull reveal\u201d of UFC 5 in September, White was recently asked whether there was an update on the Power Slap video game. White responded: \u201cIt\u2019s funny you ask that. I did get some information on that today. We\u2019re getting close to getting it done and getting it out.\u201d Derived from the controversial Power Slap series aired on TBS and Rumble, the game will likely allow players to virtually experience slap fights that aim to knock opponents out with a single slap. Fan reactions have been varied, ranging from humor to criticism. One tweet showed a single-button PlayStation controller with a sarcastic comment about the game\u2019s presumed simplicity. Another referenced the existing Slap Kings mobile game, which has over 100 million downloads and is praised for its straightforward, single gameplay. However, not all reactions were light-hearted. Reddit \u2018UFC\u2019 community members voiced their skepticism, mocking the idea of investing money in such a game. \u201cBruh, this gonna be one of those s***ty phone games with a power meter for the slap,\u201d one user commented, while another rhetorically added, \u201cImagine buying this game. With your money.\u201d In Power Slap, participants have 60 seconds to deliver a well-placed, open-handed slap below the opponent\u2019s eye and above the chin. The receiver has the same time to recover before returning the slap. The promotion has faced controversy due to the potential health risks for participants. Upon its initial airing, Power Slap sparked a debate about the competitors\u2019 welfare and the sport\u2019s inherent danger. It faced criticism from neuroscience professionals, combat sports athletes, and lawmakers. However, White and the show\u2019s producers have defended the sport, asserting that it takes fewer hits than traditional boxing and that proper medical attention is given. \u201cIn Slap, they take 3 to 5 slaps per event,\u201d White said. \u201cFighters in boxing take 300 to 400 punches a fight. Oh, you\u2019re disgusted by it? Watch The Voice.\u201d As the gaming community prepares for the arrival of UFC 5, it will be intriguing to see how fans will respond to a Power Slap game. Given the criticisms and controversies associated with the sport, the forthcoming game will surely invite plenty of attention \u2013 whether good or bad. For now though, specifics remain thin. It\u2019s unclear what platforms the Slap game may arrive on, nor when it may even release. We\u2019ll be sure to keep you posted here as any further details emerge.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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