Ubisoft Turns the Tom Clancy Brand Into a One‑Stop Shop—Except for Splinter Cell
In a bold move that makes your console feel like a brand‑new debut, Ubisoft has wrenched the Tom Clancy name out of every corner of its lineup, except for its own Splinter Cell universe.
XDefiant: The New 6v6 Free‑to‑Play FPS
The studio revealed Tom Clancy’s XDefiant as a fresh, free‑to‑play shooter where two squads of six clash in high‑octane combat. Developers Mark Rubin and Jason Schroeder from Ubisoft San Francisco described it as a “fast‑paced firefight meets punk‑rock mosh pit.” The feeling? Imagine a stadium packed with neon lights and a crowd that’s on the edge of their seats—every gun flashed, every blast screamed.
Heroic Factions with a Twist of Color
Collectors to the Tom Clancy universe will spot familiar crowds:
- Echelon—Splinter Cell agents
- Cleaners—The Division rebels
- Outcasts—The Division escapees
- Wolves—Ghost Recon bandits
Each faction brings a unique Defiant, a customizable hero that kicks off the chaos on a kaleidoscope of maps. Whether it’s a classic Team Deathmatch, a Domination showdown, or an Escort sprint, the game keeps the server lights flashing.
Fast, Flashy, and Focused on Guns
Despite its iconic “XD” moniker, XDefiant commits firmly to powerful weapons. The developers have built a meticulous catalog of gun attachments to make every loadout feel slick and satisfying. Add a sidekicks twist: certain characters can drop shields, vanish like a ninja, or unleash a burst of fury—giving the game that “hero‑shooting” flare.
Early Beta and Cross‑Platform Play
For PC players in the US and Canada, the early beta goes live August 5, 2021—tests will ripple out worldwide afterward. While a firm release date is still on the shelf, you can expect it to debut on PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One/Series X|S, Amazon Luna, Google Stadia, and of course, PC.
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