Summary
Popular streamer Nickmercs recently applaudedXDefiantfor its approach to weapon attachments, as Ubisoft chose to utilize a much different strategy than FPS competitorCall of Duty. However, at the same time, fans have also grown frustrated with a particular aspect ofXDefiant’s attachments.
Many ofXDefiant’s features resemble earlierCoDtitles as the new franchise hopes to win over FPS fans. This mindset includes the game’s attachments, and although this retro approach has mostly been a hit with fans, some have expressed frustration over the sheer amount of time ittakes to unlockXDefiant’s weapon attachments. Despite this issue, FPS fans have praised other attributes of the game’s weapon unlock system.
During a stream, Nickmercs explained that he’s a huge fan ofXDefiant’s simplified system for attachments, as each attachment category features significantly fewer options than those seen in newerCall of Dutygames. A title likeModern Warfare 3features countless attachments in most categories, whether that be optics, grips, or muzzles, which has led to disapproval from manyCoDfans who view the massive selection of attachments as unnecessary filler, especially since many of theCoDattachments behave almost identically.XDefianthas chosen to take a more focused approach with a much smaller selection of attachments, with almost every option offering benefits and drawbacks that aren’t seen in others.
Nickmercs Loves XDefiant’s Attachments
In the video, Nickmercs appears to praiseXDefiantfor only having five attachment categories to choose between, but this is a bit misleading sinceXDefiantfeatures seven attachment categories to choose from. BothXDefiantandCoDallow users to pick a total of five attachments, butXDefiant’s strength lies in its much smaller selection of options. Ubisoft also chose to makeXDefiant’s weapons relatively simple to unlock by requiring users to complete pretty straightforward challenges in exchange for new guns. This is in contrast to certainCoDtitles like 2022’sModern Warfare 2, which required players to complete challenges in one weapon category to unlock new guns in an entirely different category, leading tofrustration from someCall of Dutyplayers.
XDefiant’s lineup of weaponscontains an assortment of classic guns that FPS fans are sure to recognize. However, if players want to reach max level with their favorite weapon, it’s probably going to take a while unless they fork over some money for XP boosts, which can be obtained inXDefiant’s battle pass.
AlthoughXDefiantran into some issueson launch day, it seems to be off to a hot start after recovering. Ubisoft said that the game’s preseason would run for six weeks, putting Season 1’s launch on July 2, although this date hasn’t been explicitly confirmed yet. According to an official roadmap, Season 1 will introduce three weapons, three maps, a faction, and more.
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.
