Key Highlights:
- New Undisputed hotfix (1.4.4) rolls out across PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
- Addresses key gameplay bugs and rebalances stamina-based damage.
- Andy Ruiz, David Benavidez, and Sugar Ray Leonard receive speed adjustments.
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Steel City Interactive has deployed a fresh hotfix for Undisputed, addressing a wave of gameplay and stability issues. The patch is now live on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, and brings targeted fixes aimed at improving both core mechanics and character performance.
The update follows the release of the Mexican Monster DLC, which added seven new fighters to the game’s growing roster, most notably former world heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz Jr, whose 2019 victory over Anthony Joshua remains one of the sport’s most talked-about upsets.
As part of the hotfix, Ruiz has received increased punch speed and an adjusted in-game rating, bringing his performance more in line with his real-world attributes. Fellow fighters David Benavidez and Sugar Ray Leonard (1987) also benefit from upgraded punch speed in this update.
Gameplay has been fine-tuned with a stronger focus on stamina, counterplay, and momentum. The developers have adjusted punch damage scaling with stamina and reworked the Flash KO system, bringing back a mechanic that better rewards players for landing clean power or counter shots – particularly when their opponent is drained.
This return of the Flash KO mechanic aims to more accurately reflect the dynamics of real-world boxing, where timing and precision often outweigh sheer volume.
Matchmaking and animation inconsistencies have also been addressed.
The patch resolves long-standing bugs such as punches missing dazed opponents, evade states lasting too long, and power uppercuts stretching unrealistically in close range. Stability improvements have been made to support a smoother online experience.
Character Creator enhancements have also arrived. Classic movesets for Jack Dempsey and Jack Johnson are now available, while new Vintage Collection cosmetics expand the customisation pool for players who want to give their fighters a retro edge. Take a look at the official patch notes below:
Undisputed Update 1.4.4 Patch Notes
GAMEPLAY FIXES
- Punch Tracking Improvements: We’ve addressed a bug that was causing major punch tracking issues. Punch tracking should be notably better following this update.
- Punch Damage based on stamina has been rebalanced.
- Power Punch Hit Confirmation System: we have increased the risk/reward for throwing power punches – recovery time will be longer if a power punch is missed or blocked;
- Revised KO’s System: The Flash System has been reworked, and Flash KO’s are back! The system has been revised to better reflect in-ring momentum. Chances of Flash Dazes and Knockdowns are more closely tied to successful power punches, counter punches and critical combos;
- Flash KO’s are specifically tied to successful power and counter-power punches, particularly when the opponent is running low on stamina.
FIGHTER FIXES
- Andy Ruiz: increased punch speed;
- Andy Ruiz: updated in-game rating;
- David Benavidez: increased punch speed;
- Sugar Ray Leonard ’87: increased punch speed.
CHARACTER CREATOR UPDATES
- Jack Dempsey and Jack Johnson’s movesets are now available in Character Creator;
- Vintage Collection cosmetics (including old school cosmetics) have been added to Character Creator.
BUG FIXES
- Fixed an issue where the evade state lasted too long, affecting punch tracking;
- Fixed an issue where punches would miss dazed opponents;
- Fixed an issue with punches occasionally missing or going over the opponenets head in close-range fighting;
- Fixed an issue with some power body uppercuts having an extended reach, compared to body uppercuts;
- Various animation bug fixes;
- Various stability fixes.
The hotfix continues Steel City Interactive’s commitment to rapid iteration and responsive community support. With more DLC packs and seasonal updates expected later this year, the studio’s approach blends fan-requested fixes with a steady roll-out of new content.