Summary
In advance of the season 1 arrival on July 2,XDefiantreveals the full patch notes and content coming to the game. Following what was a lengthier than expected development period, Ubisoft’s online arena style shooterXDefiantlaunched in May to massive numbers. During the past month, players were able to check out all that the game had to offer during its constantly evolving preseason period.
As a live-service title,XDefiantaims to constantly remain fresh with new content and updates which continue to fix issues and keep the gameplay feeling smooth. The developers continue to keep the community of players informed regarding potential issues as well as when they can expect to see requested content like a weapon inspection feature or certain game modes. Ubisoft gave fans their best look at a ton ofnew content coming toXDefiantduring the Ubisoft Forward eventon June 10. The reveals included a new faction, maps, game modes, and plenty more arriving on July 2 when Season 1 begins in full.
The biggest part of this update for manyXDefiantplayers is the inclusion of a brand-new faction:the GSK fromRainbow Six Siege. Stay true to their roots, the GSK bring plenty of familiar gadgets fromSiegeincluding dropping shock wire, Jaeger’s automated defense system gadget to destroy enemy explosives, or utilizing Blitz’s tactical flash shield as the team’s ultimate ability. Considering each member is wearing a helmet, they’re able to better resist headshots for better survivability. Alongside the GSK, Season 1 is finally adding Capture the Flag, new weapons like the LVOA-C Assault Rifle, and Clubhouse, the first of 3 maps coming this season.
However, Season 1 is bringing more than just content toXDefiant. The Season 1 patch notes also confirm a number of changes being made to the experience, including lowering the amount of XP needed to advance each Battle Pass tier, which should make the progression feel a bit faster. Match XP bonuses have also been changed with completion XP being doubled to hopefully encourage players to keep going. The killfeed now indicates headshots, and XP boosters will only activate during matches, so they will no longer expire while in the menus.CurrentXDefiantfactionshave also seen a few adjustments, with the Phantoms' and Echelon’s Mag Barrier and Intel Suit getting nerfed, Libertad’s healing getting a reduced cooldown, and DedSec being able to use Hijack a bit more often than before.
With the game being free to play, Season 1 looks to continue the strong launch for Ubisoft’s shooter. In fact,XDefianthas already passed massive player milestones, with Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot confirming that the game has already attracted 11 million players. Guillemot believes this number could further increase following the launch of Season 1 and again in the future as more updates and content continues to arrive.
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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.
