XDefiant: Expected release window, gameplay, Factions, platforms & more

Joseph Pascoulis
Tom Clancy's XDefiant

Plenty of time has gone by since the reveal of XDefiant, and Ubisoft have been working to officially launch their new FPS title. Here’s everything you need to know about XDefiant, including the expected release window, platforms, and more.

Ubisoft have been working for years on the development of its FPS, XDefiant. The game is set to introduce an exciting arena shooter experience including Factions, each with abilities that draw inspiration from popular titles such as Splinter Cell, Far Cry, and The Division.

After being revealed in 2021, Ubisoft have had two playtests, which have not only allowed players to get a taste of the title early but also provided data for the devs to make necessary changes and additions.

Finally, just when it seemed like XDefiant was very close to being released, several announcements from Ubisoft put everything on hold. If you’re interested in learning all about XDefiant, here’s everything you need to know.

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XDefiant is Ubisoft’s exciting FPS game.

XDefiant expected release window

XDefiant will launch sometime in 2024. It has been delayed multiple times and was last supposed to be released before March 31, 2024, according to Ubisoft’s Q3 investor meeting. But with the date so close and no official indication, XDefiant isn’t likely to hit its tentative date. 

A recent report from Insider Gaming suggests that the game is still good a few months out. The report did make it clear that the game certainly isn’t canned, so it’ll arrive eventually, but the question of when remains. 

XDefiant platforms

XDefiant will launch as a free-to-play title on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Those on the previous generation of consoles will have to wait, as the devs confirmed that they are working on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of the game, and they will come out after launch.

Here are all the confirmed and expected platforms in which XDefiant will be available.

  • PC (via Ubisoft Connect)
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • PlayStation 5
  • PlayStation 4 (post-launch)
  • Xbox One (post-launch)

XDefiant gameplay details

XDefiant focuses its gameplay on players using different Factions that include specific traits, abilities, and ultras to defeat their opponents. These Factions and their abilities are all inspired by other Ubisoft titles such as Far Cry and Splinter Cell.

Make sure you check out our guide on all of the XDefiant Factions if you’re interested in more information on this.

The arcade and fast-paced nature of XDefiant’s gameplay will likely be popular among players who enjoy Call of Duty’s style of play. Ubisoft also stated in the reveal video that gun gameplay will be their main focus and that it will be the most important factor in winning and losing.

On multiple occasions, devs have said that they’re making XDefiant more closer to the legacy CoD titles than the newer few, with the game not featuring SBMM and Ubisoft hinting at a potential classic Prestige system.

XDefiant trailers

The reveal video gave players a first look at what they can expect when they jump into the new game and a rundown of various aspects by a couple of the game’s developers including Mark Rubin, who worked as an Infinity Ward dev in Call of Duty.

The devs have since released various trailers, including a gameplay trailer, a game overview, and even a beta showcase.

In the Deep Dive Trailer, we have noticed what XDefiant is about as well as how it looks at some maps, game modes, characters, and their abilities.

That’s all you need to know about XDefiant. For more about Ubisoft’s FPS, make sure you also check out some of our other guides:

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About The Author

Joseph is a Senior Writer at CharlieIntel specializing in shooters - Call of Duty, Apex Legends, Fortnite, and Overwatch. He also enjoys Souls-likes, the Resident Evil franchise, and Tekken. After writing for KeenGamer, he joined CharlieIntel in 2021. If Joseph isn't writing about games, then he's most likely playing them. You can contact him at [email protected].