Undisputed 2 officially in development as support for the first game ends

Steel City Interactive has confirmed that support for its first title, Undisputed, has officially ended. The decision was made so the team can fully focus on developing the sequel, Undisputed 2. The news comes early in the franchise’s life, after the first game already had a turbulent journey.

The journey of Undisputed

Undisputed, the first major balanced boxing game since EA’s last Fight Night release, launched in 2024 after nearly two years in early access on Steam. The game received a mixed response from critics and players, with an average score of 6 from IGN and a range of feedback about technical issues, including hit registration problems and bugs. Despite the underwhelming reviews, the game has gradually grown within the community, thanks in part to collaborations with real boxers and the involvement of major boxing organizations.

Development of Undisputed 2

According to CEO Ash Habib, Steel City Interactive needs a full overhaul for the sequel. The game will be built on a completely new engine and with talent recruited from other major studios such as Rockstar and EA Sports. This points to a significant shift in the game’s development approach and an ambition to create a more polished and visually impressive boxing game.

Future developments

Habib has also said the team is aiming not only for technical excellence, but also for a strong connection with players. The focus is on creating the most advanced sports fighting game possible, with player feedback at the center. Details on the launch of Undisputed 2 remain under wraps for now, but it is clear the team has big ambitions.

Competition in the boxing game market

Since Undisputed was the only major boxing game since EA’s Fight Night in 2011, there has been a lot of expectation and pressure on Steel City Interactive. With rumors that EA is once again focusing on reviving the Fight Night series, Undisputed 2 will likely face direct competition. The continued rise of the fighting game trend marks the return of a genre that has long been in the shadows.

While players look forward to the progress of Undisputed 2, the first game will remain available for offline and online play, though it will no longer receive updates or new content. This gives the developers room to deliver a refreshed creation that, hopefully, meets player expectations and offers significant improvements over its predecessor.