Welcome to the Ubisoft multiverse.
XDefiant is an upcoming free-to-play multiplayer shooter from Ubisoft, which will feature characters from a wide range of different Ubisoft titles. A sort of Ubisoft multiverse, if you will. The studio describes the game as a “fast-paced arena shooter” where players will face off in 6v6 online matches. XDefiant will also utilize factions for class-based gameplay. Currently, the XDefiant closed beta is available.
What are the factions?
So far, Ubisoft confirmed five unique factions which will each have their own play style. Additionally, the developers promised regular updates with new content coming to the game roughly every three months. Any chance for a future Rayman faction?
- Libertad: Far Cry
- A revolutionary group from Far Cry 6 which will act as a support faction with healing abilities. In fact, their very presence will help you heal!
- Cleaners: Tom Clancy’s The Division
- These janitors turned fighters will use their flamethrowers for area denial and control. Additionally, they have a flamethrower drone.
- Echelon: Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell
- Splinter Cell’s stealth operatives will, obviously, serve as a faction focused on stealth and sneak attacks, which will be especially easy since they’re invisible on the minimap.
- DedSec: Watch Dogs
- The elite hackers of Watch Dogs will be able to disrupt their enemies abilities and use Spiderbots to track down their prey.
- Phantoms: Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon
- Obviously, the Phantoms will be the tank faction. I mean, just look at them in that gameplay trailer! They will have multiple types of shields and increased health to aid them in battle.
What game modes are there?
With over 12 unique maps, XDefiant will have four modes at launch. These modes will be Domination, Occupy, Zone Control, and Escort with more modes to come in the future. XDefiant will also feature ranked gameplay with tweaked rulesets to create a more competitive feel.
When is the closed beta?
XDefiant’s closed beta begins on April 13 and will last until 11 p.m. PT on April 23.
How to download XDefiant's closed beta
To sign up for the closed beta, follow these steps. After you’re signed up, you’ll be put in line with every other player and will have to wait and see if you’re selected by Ubisoft. If you are, then you’ll get a confirmation email.
- Go to XDefiant’s official website.
- Click on “Register” located on the top right corner of the screen.
- Select the platform you want to use and click “Register” again.
- Log in to your Ubisoft account.
- Select the game options from the menu.
- Click “Next.”
- Join the queue to play!
What are the closed beta rewards?
There are twelve rewards that you can receive during the XDefiant closed beta and through Twitch drops.
- M4A1 “Disruption” Weapon Skin
- Emery “Dungaree” Character Skin
- Emoji “XD Style”
- Magnum “Black & Bling” Weapon Skin
- MP7 “Graffiti” Weapon Skin
- MK20 “Pelagic” Weapon Skin
- Quinn “Hi-Velocity” Character Skin
- MVP/Profile/KS “Hi-Velocity” Player Card
- MP5 “TechX” Weapon Skin
- “Violet” D50 Pistol Weapon Skin (Twitch Drop)
- “Violet” MK 20 SSR Weapon Skin (Twitch Drop)
Is XDefiant available on console?
Currently, the XDefiant closed beta is available for download on current-generation platforms such as PlayStation 5, Xbox Series XIS, and PC. However, the closed beta also has full crossplay support so you can play with any of your friends on different consoles!
At launch, XDefiant will be available for last-generation consoles as well as current-generation ones.
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