XDefiant Reviews
XDefiant is a solid multiplayer shooter that may not surpass the leaders of the genre anytime soon, but it proves to be a notably alluring, free alternative.
A competent shooter in which not all ideas seem to be successfully implemented. But the foundation turned out to be very decent, and it is interesting see how the game will be supported in the future.
Review in Russian | Read full review
In XDefiant, Ubisoft laid a decent foundation for an esports competitive multiplayer game. It has well set gunplay, good variety of factions and maps. But it needs more game modes, deeper matchmaking and balancing. However, the potential is obvious.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
XDefiant has been built to scratch a very particular online FPS itch, and the more bloated and complex AAA shooters have become, the more we've come to appreciate an experience like this. The game could do with a little more content, and some tweaks to gunplay and progression wouldn't go amiss, but we can't see why XDefiant shouldn't have a bright future ahead of it. Ubisoft has shown us all that it has the patience to stick around with online shooters if they have a solid community - just look at the near decade-old Rainbow Six Siege - so this should definitely be one title worth investing some time into. XDefiant isn't perfect, but this is a very promising start and we're already becoming invested in where Ubisoft's latest Xbox FPS can go.
Fans of arcade-style hero shooters are doing themselves a disservice if they don’t give XDefiant a chance. The game is well put together, offers plenty of action, and comes with minimal fuss. The pace is particularly fast, and the choice to unite iconic franchises is something we can only applaud. The current release of XDefiant features a few excellent maps, enjoyable game modes, and a handful of characters with unique skills. However, the game could benefit from more content in the form of new (and more recognizable) characters. Additionally, the leveling balance needs some tweaking, the hitbox detection requires an upgrade, and the weapons could use a bit more impact. The first step has certainly been taken, and we firmly believe that Ubisoft can keep the game vibrant and engaging.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
At the end of the day, though, XDefiant is free to try and free to own. There is literally zero barriers for entry to try it out. But even so, does it respect the player enough to warrant pouring hours into it? I have to say yes, but barely. Sure, the developers have promised a lot of things that are headed to the game, but we can’t grade a product based on its potential, right? If the devs do manage to add a ping system, adjust objective scoring, etc., then that could make XDefiant one of the year’s best multiplayer experiences. But until that day happens, we need to score it based on what’s on the table. For now, XDefiant is worth the download and disk space. I mean, I’m now at level 80+ and even with the issues I’ve mentioned, I’m still playing it; that has to account for something, right? If its execution matches its ambition, then this could be the start of another long-running Ubisoft franchise.
XDefiant offers a nostalgic experience of the good old days of FPS, with fast-paced gameplay and plenty of variety. The faction system is well-integrated, allowing you to control the various objectives. From a visual standpoint, the first-person shooter experience doesn't particularly stand out from the market. In addition, it is essential for Ubisoft to resolve Netcode issues and improve weapon balancing. Otherwise, the title will suffer from the same problems as its competitors. The basis is there, but there's still work to be done!
Review in French | Read full review
I consider myself hooked to Ubisoft’s brand new free-to-play shooter, XDefiant. It’s fast, precise, exciting, quite well balanced and rather polished, even if it lacks some personality and originality by sticking awfully close to the mid-2010’s Call of Duty multiplayer formula. The gameplay and visual variety will have to improve a little bit as the game’s seasons progress, with perhaps some more ambition to be expected in future content updates. Still, the game’s core is already very strong, offering that classic arena shooting experience that even recent titles in Activision’s long lasting franchise seem to have abandoned, in favour of a more chaotic experience – for better or worse that may be. Ubisoft have a great multiplayer first person shooter in their hands: now it’s up to them to make it a mainstay for enthusiasts via a convincing post-launch support. For one, I’ll be here to play for the foreseeable future.
For those without the financial means to afford to play Call Of Duty's multiplayer mode, XDefiant offers a viable alternative. The choice of game modes, coupled with problems with hit detection can lead to a variety of frustrating moments, but they do not make the title unplayable. Overall, it is a title that does not excel, but it is an excellent pastime, especially in company.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Leave it to Ubisoft to craft a hero shooter in as boring a fashion as its weaker open worlds.
XDefiant is an average first-person shooter at best. It's not like we haven't seen a shooter like this before. As of now, there is nothing that I can see that sets it apart from other established first-person shooters.
One can certainly not argue with the price and with community feedback being implemented into future updates; XDefiant can become a signature FPS for Ubisoft and is an engaging game for those willing to invest their time.
xDefiant presents itself as a very strong foundation of a game that is supposed to last for all the content to come and hopefully many years. It is currently plagued by some technical issues that can cause severe frustration but the developers are already aware of those problems so they will hopefully be fixed in time. The gunplay is more than solid and the base experience is fun and thrilling.
Review in German | Read full review
XDefiant will most likely not become the absolute Call of Duty killer, but there is definitely potential to amass a nice player base. However, they must quickly come up with more balance and make obtaining XP a lot better. We will see what the future of XDefiant will look like, but the game is basically completely free so it is definitely worth trying out for yourself.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
With its fast and responsive gameplay, XDefiant is a very good option for gamers looking for a fast-paced and competitive FPS game. It offers an enjoyable gaming experience with content from Ubisoft's other games.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
XDefiant does a lot of things right. The authentic representation of some of Ubisoft’s most iconic franchises will undoubtedly get people in the door while the fluid and responsive combat ensures any arcade shooter fan has a good time while they are here.
Among so many strong competitors, XDefiant emerges as a new free FPS option. Making clever use of famous brands, the game offers fun and competitive gunfights across interesting factions and maps. The gameplay is solid and the production is competent, especially for a recently released title. I hope the game fixes its problems in future updates and makes good use of its great future potential.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
XDefiant is a fantastic game. I haven't been this excited about a shooter game since Apex Legends, and we know how that turned out.
XDefiant offers a refreshing hybrid of traditional and hero shooter elements, reminiscent of classic Call of Duty with its own unique twists. However, the limited content and customisation options make it clear that the game needs further refinement and expansion to truly stand out in the competitive FPS market.