Summary
Ubisoft’sXDefianthas released new update patch notes detailing several changes to the game. The update includes ranked updates aimed at improving competitive play, adjustments to shotgun balance for fairer encounters, and tweaks to various abilities to enhance the overallXDefiantgameplay balance.
XDefiantis a free-to-play arena shooter where teams of six compete in various game modes. To keep the gameplay engaging, the game receives regular updates, with thelastXDefiantpatch addressing issuessuch as delays in reloading and weapon swapping, and dealing with speed hackers by immobilizing them. The Team Rainbow faction was renamed GS-Kommando, and various faction abilities and weapons were tuned for better balance. Specific weapons like the M4A1 and MDR received damage and performance adjustments. Audio and graphical enhancements, as well as matchmaking improvements for high-ping players, were also part of this patch, along with various crash fixes.
On July 30, Ubisoft released the Y1S1.3 patch forXDefiant, which introduces several key updates aimed at improving gameplay and player experience. Notably, XP Boosters will no longer decrease in theXDefiant’s Practice Zone, and the vertical ADS sensitivity for controllers has been adjusted to provide a more consistent aiming experience across all directions. In Ranked mode, pre-game tweaks ensure matches won’t start without a full roster of eight players, and the Leave button has been removed from the map-voting screen to prevent players from leaving. Additionally, Capture the Flag (CTF) mode is now part of the Ranked play options.
For factions, Echelon’s Intel Suit now only reveals enemy positions through walls to the wearer, with other players only able to see these positions on their minimaps. DedSec’s spiderbots have been adjusted to only shock targets once they latch onto them, rather than before. Weapons have undergone various adjustments, with the Rapid Fire Barrel and Muzzle Booster attachments now correctly increasing recoil on certain weapons, like the ACR 6.8 and AK-47. Additionally,XDefiantshotgunshave received extensive tuning: the M870 and AA-12 now have increased effective ranges and reduced spread, while the Double Barrel and Sawed-Off Shotgun see improvements in range, ammo capacity, and spread control.
Last month, it was reported thatXDefiantreached a remarkable milestone, drawing over 11 million players worldwide. This achievement can largely be attributed to the game’s steady stream of updates. Additionally, a recent leak suggests thatXDefiantwill introduce new weapons and factionsin upcoming seasons, which could potentially boost the player base even further.
XDefiant Y1S1.3 Patch Notes
Dive deeper into the upcoming changes we’re bringing with the Y1S1.3 patch tomorrow! Featuring ranked updates, shotgun balancing, and some ability tweaks.
Factions
Weapons
It’s an extravaganza of shotgun balancing. Here’s the nitty-gritty of each weapon’s tuning:
The Pistol Grip and PEQ-15 Laser attachments for shotguns also had their spread Min/Max bonus reduced from 20 to 15 percent.
Finally, all shotgun reticle blooms (visualized by the vertical and horizontal hash marks of the HUD reticule) are now enlarged slightly while leaping.
Miscellaneous
XDefiant
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.
