While we all wait to see how EA’s Online Pass will work out starting in Tiger Woods PGA Tour 11, THQ is ready to battle used game sales. UFC Undisputed 2010 launches on May 25th and will have a one time use code to be used for the online functions of the game. If you have purchase a used copy or rent the game from Gamefly it will cost you an additional $5 to be able to take the game online.

From THQ:

THQ is delivering a truly unmatched online gaming experience for fans of UFC and across all fighting games in general. The main enhancement of UFC Undisputed 2010’s premium online content is the new “Fight Camp Mode” in which players can assemble ranks of up to 40 people and train together. This is a significant value-add to the game as players can continually improve their skills by training with their friends and bringing teams of MMA specialists together. This multiplayer content for UFC Undisputed 2010 will be available via a one-time code included with the game at purchase. Codes for accessing the content will be available for second-time buyers for an additional $5. Details for acquiring the codes and how this will work will be available via the UFC community site.

It seems as if companies are all joining together to choke off or at least slow down used game sales. By making this move the game companies are likely assisting to the demise of stores like GameStop and rental services like Gamefly. Personally, I understand the need to do this business wise but as a gamer I am not happy with the impending direction of gaming here.