Ubisoft's XDefiant Faces Uncertain Future as Player Numbers Drop

The free-to-play shooter struggles to retain its audience, leading to concerns over potential layoffs and the game's longevity.

XDefiant's player count has plummeted, failing to reach 20,000 concurrent users across platforms.
Ubisoft has set a deadline for improvements by Season 3, expected in November, to continue post-launch support.
Internal tensions rise as developers blame management for the game's struggles and workplace issues.
Recent layoffs at San Francisco add to the anxiety over the game's future.
Competition from the upcoming Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 further complicates XDefiant's prospects.