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XDefiant leaks: Assassin's Creed and Rabbids factions coming

Jun 02, 2024 2:33 PM

XDefiant, the latest live-service shooter from Ubisoft, is generating buzz with leaked details about future in-game factions. The game already integrates factions from prominent Ubisoft franchises like Ghost Recon, Splinter Cell, The Division, Far Cry, and Watch Dogs. According to leaker AgainTX, future additions could include Assassins from Assassin's Creed, Operators from Ghost Recon Breakpoint, GSG9 members from Rainbow Six Siege, and The Highwaymen from Far Cry: New Dawn. Surprisingly, even Rabbids and The Crew could join in the second year, adding a quirky twist. With these potential updates, XDefiant aims to distinguish itself amid competition from games like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.

What are the upcoming factions in XDefiant?n

Leaked information suggests that upcoming factions in XDefiant will include Assassins from Assassin's Creed, Operators from Ghost Recon Breakpoint, GSG9 members from Rainbow Six Siege, The Highwaymen from Far Cry: New Dawn, and potentially even Rabbids and elements from The Crew.

XDefiant is building its unique identity by utilizing characters and elements from various established Ubisoft franchises. This strategy offers players a diverse and engaging experience that draws on the rich history of Ubisoft's beloved series. Originally branded as Tom Clancy's XDefiant, the game has already seen delays, but its recent launch has been positively received. The integration of future factions like Assassins and Rabbids indicates Ubisoft's commitment to blending familiar characters with new gameplay dynamics, something that fans of the publisher's games can look forward to.



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Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-06-02 15:00:04
Ubisoft's move to integrate such a wide array of factions into XDefiant is a clever way to keep the gameplay fresh and exciting. Adding icons like Assassins and the Rabbids shows their dedication to mixing established favorites with new experiences, creating a unique twist on the live-service shooter genre.
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-06-02 14:48:03
Ubisoft's strategy of merging its beloved characters from various franchises into XDefiant is a genius move that will keep the game fresh and exciting. Can't wait to see Assassins and Rabbids in action together—talk about a wild mix of stealth and chaos
Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2024-06-02 14:42:02
Ubisoft's decision to mix factions from their varied franchises in XDefiant is a bold move that might just set it apart from the crowded shooter market. Adding iconic characters like Assassins and quirky ones like Rabbids keeps the game fresh and exciting for long-time fans and newcomers alike.
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