Introduction to the Submission System
UFC 5 features a completely redesigned submission mechanic that requires two distinct phases to execute successfully. This guide demonstrates the system using legacy grappling controls, which offer superior ground control options compared to assisted modes, though requiring greater technical proficiency.
Phase One: Initiating the Submission
To begin a submission attempt, the fighter holds L2 (PlayStation) or LT (Xbox) while grounded to reveal available submission options from the current position. The available submissions vary based on both the fighter's ground position and the specific fighter being used—elite submission specialists like Charles Oliveira access significantly more advanced techniques than strikers like Sean Strickland.
Phase Two: The Setup Position
After selecting a submission via right stick input, the fighter enters the setup position, where two options become available: transitioning to a more dominant position or committing to the submission finish. This phase determines the outcome through stamina management and transition denial.
Understanding Submission Health and Stamina Advantage
Each submission attempt depletes the opponent's submission health bar incrementally. The critical factor determining damage output is stamina advantage—a fighter with superior stamina inflicts substantially more damage per submission attempt, making stamina depletion essential to securing a tap-out.
Denying Transitions to Build Advantage
While in any submission setup position, opponents can only escape by transitioning left or right. The defending fighter must press R2 with the appropriate right stick direction to deny these escape attempts, thereby draining opponent stamina and building the advantage needed for submission completion.
Execution Framework
The complete submission sequence follows this progression: hold L2 to select the submission, enter the setup position, deny opponent transitions with R2 inputs to establish stamina advantage, then select the submission again to finish. Multiple attempts may be required in actual competition before the submission health bar depletes completely.
Real-World Application: Stamina Advantage in Combat
The practical advantage of stamina depletion becomes evident in competitive matches, where fighters with accumulated stamina deficits succumb to submissions significantly faster. A fighter in round three with depleted stamina may tap to a submission almost immediately, whereas a fresh opponent with high stamina can resist multiple submission attempts.
Strategic Integration During Live Combat
Effective submission technique requires situational awareness—recognizing when an opponent's stamina has been sufficiently depleted through striking combinations, takedown sequences, and transition denials. Once stamina advantage is established, submission attempts become far more reliable, turning ground control into fight-ending opportunities.
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Key Takeaways
- •Introduction to the Submission System
- •Phase One: Initiating the Submission
- •Phase Two: The Setup Position
- •Understanding Submission Health and Stamina Advantage
In this video I'll teach you how to submit your opponents on UFC 5.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this video teach about standard orthodox?
This video covers introduction to the submission system, phase one: initiating the submission, phase two: the setup position. It provides detailed instruction from IC4Games.
How long does it take to learn standard orthodox?
The basic mechanics can be understood in a single session, but developing reliable execution requires consistent drilling over weeks of practice. This 8-part breakdown helps structure your training by isolating each phase of the technique.
What are the key details for finishing standard orthodox?
The practical advantage of stamina depletion becomes evident in competitive matches, where fighters with accumulated stamina deficits succumb to submissions significantly faster. A fighter in round three with depleted stamina may tap to a submission almost immediately, whereas a fresh opponent with high stamina can resist multiple submission attempts.
