XDefiant Guide Directory

XDefiant Guide Directory
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Written by 

Joshua Boyles

Last updated 

26th Jun 2023 16:46

Contents

Ubisoft's XDefiant is an online multiplayer shooter that aims to directly compete with the biggest players in the genre. With classic movement, progression, and matchmaking systems, it pulls from several of Ubisoft's existing properties to bring factions to an otherwise team-based game.

Below is a complete list of GGRecon's guide coverage of XDefiant. From how to unlock all the weapons, to tips and tricks to level up more quickly, we've got everything you could need to know about the game covered.

Weapons and Loadouts

XDefiant Weapons
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Weapons are the bread and butter of any online shooter, and XDefiant is no different.

Whether you want to know how to unlock each weapon, or the best loadout combinations to use in a match, the guides below will help you out.

Factions and Abilities

All XDefiant Factions
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As mentioned, you'll be playing as characters pulled from Ubisoft's extensive list of existing IPs. Whether it's The Division, Far Cry, or even Splinter Cell, each Faction has its own unique abilities that you need to be aware of. 

Challenges and Rewards

XDefiant Challenges
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What use is a weapon if it's not equipped with a shiny skin? Unlocking new camos might not help you deal more damage like a go-faster stripe might on a car, but you'll certainly be the talk of the lobby if you're looking dapper.

This guide will walk you through all the challenges you can complete right now, and the easiest way to complete them all.

Best Settings

Best Settings for XDefiant
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Performance is everything in XDefiant, and not just on the battlefield, either. You'll want as many frames per second as you can manage in this competitive shooter, and we've derived just how you can eek as much performance out of your machine as possible. 

How To Guides

From unlocking more of the game's premium currency to using the in-game voice chat, our 'How To' section is a helpful resource for figuring out how to complete obscure actions in XDefiant.

FAQs

No question is too small when it comes to this game. If you're wondering about something, it's likely that other players are too.

Our FAQ section aims to cover all bases when it comes to XDefiant. From how many people are playing the game, to whether the game has cross-progression, you'll find your answers here.

This guide is a work in progress and will be updated as the game evolves.

Joshua Boyles
About the author
Joshua Boyles
Joshua is the Guides Editor at GGRecon. After graduating with a BA (Hons) degree in Broadcast Journalism, he previously wrote for publications such as FragHero and GameByte. You can often find him diving deep into fantasy RPGs such as Skyrim and The Witcher, or tearing it up in Call of Duty and Battlefield. He's also often spotted hiking in the wilderness, usually blasting Arctic Monkeys.
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