Summary
XDefiant’s executive producer, Mark Rubin, has detailed plans to fix an issue causing frame rate issues for players on the PlayStation 5 version of the game. Some players continue to report major frame rate spikes inXDefiant, but it shouldn’t be long now until this issue is resolved.
After marketing itself as a trueCall of Dutycompetitor,XDefiantenjoyed a successful launch back in May. Plenty of gamers were all in on its unique brand of fast-paced gameplay, and it had plenty to offer fans of the FPS genre. However, as the dust has settled on the release, it has become clear that there are several issues that Ubisoft San Francisco needs to resolve in order for the game to have a long lifespan. Frame rate issues are the tip of the iceberg, although the recent Season 1 update did see the game take several steps forward towards where it needs to be to compete withCall of Duty.
Mark Rubin on Twitter confirmed that a quick patch forXDefianton PlayStation 5 has now been released, which should alleviate issues for players running the game at 60hz who had previously experienced large frame spikes. It isn’t clear at the moment if this issue is also affecting users on other versions of the game, although this patch is currently exclusive to PlayStation 5, where players can’t change theirXDefiantsettingsin the way that PC players can.
Mark Rubin Details XDefiant Frame Rate Issue Fix Plans
Rubin did also confirm that even after the recent patch, thisXDefiantissuestill isn’t fully fixed, so frame spikes should still be expected even now. However, he did confirm that a full fix for both 60hz and 120hz players on PlayStation 5 is coming next week, in his words, “as soon as we can get it through testing and cert.” While the problem may not be fixed yet, it’s good to hear that the solution is now just around the corner.
Despite the issuesXDefiantis having at the moment, Ubisoft San Francisco is doing a great job addressing player concerns and bringing new content into the game.XDefiantrecently released Season 1, which added new game modes, weapons, maps, and even a new faction for gamers to play as. With a respected figure such as Mark Rubin on the frontlines responding to player issues and feedback, there’s no doubt that gamers' voices are being heard inXDefiant. Expect it to stick around for a long time to come yet.
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.
