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Top Critic Avg: 70 /100 Critics Rec: 51%
Released
May 21, 2024
ESRB
T For Teen due to Mild Language, Violence
Developer(s)
Ubisoft San Francisco
Publisher(s)
Ubisoft
Engine
Snowdrop

XDefiant is a free-to-play, first-person online arena shooter where you compete in fast-paced clashes. With cross-play available at launch, you will be able to play with friends on a variety of platforms.

Season 1 introduces the Team Rainbow operators of GS-Kommando leveraging their counter-terrorism training to disrupt their enemies. They can deploy electrified barbed wire for area denial, counter incoming enemy devices with their Active Defense System, and dazzle multiple foes with flash charges mounted on their G52-Tactical Shield.

While GS-Kommando operators pride themselves on using non-lethal force whenever possible, they are as capable on the battlefield as any spec ops group.

Customized Loadouts: Choose from a large arsenal of weapons, attachments, and devices to optimize the way you play. Combine any weapon with any faction, and unlock new options as you play to perfect your playstyle.

Factions: Factions are drawn from iconic Ubisoft worlds and represent distinct classes, each with unique abilities and ultras. Choose any character from any faction to assemble your team of six players. Change your faction at any point during play to adapt to your strategy.

Maps, Modes, and Mayhem: Play in a diverse range of 14 maps at launch across several different arena and linear modes including Zone Control, Escort, Occupy, and more. Fight in casual matches or climb the tiers in competitive ranked mode.

Genre(s)
FPS
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XDefiant Making Big Change to Weapon XP

Ubisoft acknowledges player complaints about the Weapon XP grind in XDefiant, announcing major changes to make it easier.

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XDefiant Players Sound Off About Their Least Favorite Factions to Play Against

Players talk about which of the five XDefiant factions are the most annoying to play against in Ubisoft's new multiplayer first-person shooter.

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XDefiant Players Aren't Happy About the Game's Bunny Hopping

XDefiant players are getting increasingly frustrated with the bunny hopping mechanic, calling for developers to address the issue to improve gameplay.

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XDefiant Making a Big Change to Sniper Rifles

Ubisoft is making some major changes to sniper rifles in XDefiant to balance gameplay and address player concerns about overpowered weapons.

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XDefiant Limited-Time Event Will Address Major Criticism

A new limited time event coming to Ubisoft's XDefiant also addresses one of the current pain points with the game's community.

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XDefiant Getting Two Highly Requested Features
XDefiant Getting Two Highly Requested Features

A lot of people are happy with how XDefiant turned out. Here are some future features we should expect to see in the game!

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XDefiant Developer Addresses Bunny Hopping Movement Mechanic Complaints

XDefiant fans who are fed up with bunny hopping may not have to wait long for a significant improvement, according to a developer.

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XDefiant Releases Update 1 and Enables Practice Zone

Days after the full release of XDefiant, Ubisoft has released the game's first update bringing bug fixes and the return of the Practice Zone.

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XDefiant's Launch Breaks Ubisoft Record

Despite server issues on launch day, XDefiant smashes an Ubisoft record as the new FPS title looks to become a mainstay in the genre.

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XDefiant Releases Update 1 and Enables Practice Zone

Ubisoft reveals Update 1 for its free to play online shooter XDefiant, while also reenabling the Practice Zone for players to test their loadouts.

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Nickmercs Praises XDefiant Feature

Streamer Nickmercs shares his love for one particular aspect of XDefiant, which has attempted to recreate the best aspects of older FPS titles.

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Ubisoft Says XDefiant Will Not Include ‘Pay-to-Win Mechanics’

Ubisoft makes a statement regarding XDefiant, offering details outlining the nature of microtransactions within its upcoming F2P title.

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XDefiant Preloading is Live

Gamers eagerly awaiting Ubisoft's imminent FPS XDefiant are now able to preload the game on their platform of choice ahead of its launch next week. 

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XDefiant Has Great News for SBMM Haters

Ubisoft's upcoming shooter XDefiant shares some great news for skill-based matchmaking haters as it prepares to compete with the Call of Duty series.

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Call of Duty Competitor XDefiant Finally Has a Release Date

Ubisoft's new first-person shooter and Call of Duty competitor, XDefiant, finally has a firm release date after a seemingly troubled development.

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New XDefiant Server Test Session Could Be Happening Soon [UPDATE]

An insider reveals that XDefiant's next server test session is set to launch very soon when fans can try out some of its maps, modes, and weapons.

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XDefiant Release Date Delayed Yet Again

Ubisoft confirms that XDefiant is delayed once again and also announces that the game is getting another beta before its eventual launch.

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XDefiant Dev Denies Claims That the Game Is Being Delayed Because of Call of Duty

A Ubisoft official denies a recently emerged report that XDefiant is being delayed because of Call of Duty, and shares some new info about the game.