Mike Tyson Unveiled as a Playable Character in 'EA Sports UFC 2'

Two worlds will collide when Mike Tyson steps into the Octagon for 'EA Sports UFC 2.'

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Two worlds will collide when Mike Tyson steps into the Octagon for EA Sports UFC 2.

The heavyweight boxing legend has been unveiled as a bonus playable character for the upcoming MMA video game, which is set to be released on March 17 for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.

UFC 2 is all about recreating the perfect KO and to honor that, the game will call upon the greatest knockout artist in the history of combat sports. Tyson—who has been a vocal fan of UFC and MMA—will be available in the game as an unlockable character or as a bonus feature for those who pre-order it.

EA Sports has revealed that two versions of Tyson will be included: "Iron" Mike Tyson, who is based upon his climb to the world heavyweight boxing title, and "Legacy" Mike Tyson, who represents modern-day Mike.

Tyson will pack the strongest punching power of any fighter in the game and will fight across two different weight classes—light heavyweight and heavyweight.

The chance to go complete fantasy and book Tyson vs. McGregor? Sign us up.

[via MMA Fighting]

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