We're just about two months away from the release of EA Sports UFC 2, which is shaping up to be the most comprehensive UFC video game to date. MMA Junkie's Mike Bohn reported last month that 250 playable fighters would be in the game, including none other than CM Punk, whose actual UFC/MMA debut hasn't even happened yet.
In case you're wondering what the former WWE star looks like, here's a tweet from EA Sports UFC 2.
According to Mike Bohn, CM Punk's overall rating is an 85/100. Yes, that is despite not having any pro fighting experience whatsoever. For context, assuming EA Sports hasn't changed its ratings system from the last game, an 85 rating puts him on the level of Martin Kampmann or Francis Carmont, and above 84-rated Pat Barry. Mark Hunt and Ross Pearson are both 86. The basic criteria include striking, grappling, and submissions, and then additional attributes within those three groupings.
And here's how CM Punk responded to those who have questioned both his inclusion in the game, as well as his rating:
EA Sports UFC 2 is scheduled to hit stores on March 15th.