This is Matt “Destromathe” Pettit. You may know me as the Producer of Defiance, and today I’m excited to share some amazing news from the Defiance team that has been a long time coming!
The team is gearing up to celebrate our 5th anniversary of working in the awesome Defiance universe, and this year is going to be different from other Defiance anniversaries. We’ve been working to take Defiance to a whole new level and fully reimagine what can be done with a massive online shooter game unlike any other. No single update or patch could accomplish this, so are taking Defiance into the future through a new experience.
We call it… Defiance 2050.
When talking about Defiance 2050, it’s important to know a bit about where the Defiance team has been, and how that leads into where we are headed in the future. After all, this new chapter in the Defiance saga was built to answer the biggest questions that the team was facing.
How can we get the most people to enjoy this crazy massive world we have built? Simple, we put it on a new generation of hardware. Defiance 2050 will be available this summer on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. I‘ve wanted to announce that for what feels like forever!
How will this experience be different? We cannot simply enter this new future without rewriting some of the past. New graphics and improved stability are made possible by this new generation of hardware, which will allow you to experience Paradise like never before. Nothing will be the same, as we are working to reinvent game changing systems. Take your own power and play how you want, with new levels of customization that will create entirely new ways to play Defiance.
Since becoming a part of the Defiance team three years ago, I have discovered that so much of what Defiance is can only be described as completely unique - an experience that you cannot find anywhere else. Whether fighting in huge dynamic battles with dozens of friends or travelling across the huge terraformed world on your ATV with your clan members, the experience has been one that we all keep coming back to over the years, because it simply cannot be found anywhere else.
So how do we stay true to what Defiance is all about? This was the easiest question to answer: we listen to all of YOU. Whether you are one of more than five million players who have played Defiance in the past or a new Ark Hunter eager to sink your teeth into the massive online world with your friends, this game would not be possible without you.
That is why this time, Defiance 2050 will be a streamlined, AAA Free-to-Play experience, built from the ground up with players in mind and taking full advantage of recent advancements in the shooter genre. Everyone and anyone can log in and participate, and I am calling on all of you, new and old players, to come see the new experience that we are creating.
Watch the video below for some exciting new footage, and keep your eyes out for some awesome future updates that the team and I will be putting out to show some of the amazing new systems coming your way.
[URL="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vKNatvVBYc0"]Video Dev Update: Announcing Defiance 2050[/URL]
A new day for a new Defiance. Happy Ark Hunting!
- Matt “Destromathe” Pettit
Defiance 2050 FAQ
Frequently asked questions and answers about the upcoming Defiance 2050 release. Sign up for Beta here!
What is Defiance 2050? Defiance 2050 is a futuristic free to play online shooter set in an extraordinary post-apocalyptic world with advanced alien technology. Fight on your own or alongside friends as you explore and unlock powerful weapons with extensive skill and customization systems. Enjoy a stunning Defiance 2050 experience with modern graphics on the latest consoles and computer hardware.
What platforms will Defiance 2050 be available on? Defiance 2050 will be coming to PC, Xbox One, and Playstation 4! We’re as excited as you are to bring it to the next level.
When will Defiance 2050 be released? Defiance 2050 is scheduled to launch in summer 2018. For the latest news and announcements, check the Defiance forums, Facebook, and Twitter.
Will there be a beta test for Defiance 2050? Yes, sign up for Closed Beta here! We are looking to do a closed beta test before Defiance 2050 is released this summer. Be sure to keep an eye on your email as well as the Defiance forums, Facebook, and Twitter for invites.
How much does the game cost? Defiance 2050 will launch as a tailored free to play experience with exciting new systems to explore. To expand your experience, we will also be offering a variety of optional purchasable items that are not tied to power.
Will there be character data carried over from original Defiance? To thank the amazing Defiance community for their support, we’ll be offering some cool rewards in the lead up to Defiance 2050. Existing Defiance players will be able to take select rewards to Defiance 2050 with the Valor Program. Players who earned specific unique titles, such as “Old School”, will be able to transfer the title to their new character and show them off in Defiance 2050. Account based upgrades, like character and loadout slots, will be transferable as well.
While Defiance players will be able to earn Valor for Defiance 2050, substantial changes in progression, mission structure, and the game’s economy prevent the transferring of characters and items between the original game and Defiance 2050. More details about the Valor Program will be shared soon.
How can I check out the game? Tune in Fridays for the Defiance 2050 livestream from 10:30am – 11:20am PST on Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter. The official Defiance 2050 trailer and Producer video are available on the Defiance YouTube channel and subscribe to see new content in the future! To play Defiance 2050 first hand, be sure to sign up for the Closed Beta coming soon.
How is the gameplay different? Defiance 2050 is the fully uncompromised vision of the Defiance team, offering a wholly reimagined experience with brand new systems, gameplay mechanics, and cutting edge graphics that take advantage of what modern gaming hardware can provide. Defiance 2050 has been built as a complete free to play experience, and everything from the mission structure and weapons systems to character progression and purchasables has been updated and modernized, resulting in the definitive Defiance experience.
Is Defiance 2050 cross-platform? Defiance 2050 can be played separately on PC, Xbox One, and Playstation 4 and will not be cross-platform compatible.
What languages does Defiance 2050 support? Defiance 2050 will be available in English, French, and German languages at launch this summer.
Still have questions? Watch our Livestreams, forums and social media for more information! Join in and discuss on our Defiance forums to let us know your thoughts.
Trion Worlds Publisher Weekend
Trion Worlds is bringing the love with tons of free loot, a bevy of bonuses (like Double XP) and savings of up to 70% off on DLC all weekend! Each of our games has their own unique way of honoring this season of love so come join in on the fun!
Defiance Through Feb. 26th enjoy the Colony Courtship festival of love on the new frontier! Login for this event to unlock 7 days of Patron perks, plus 100% bonuses on Reputation, XP, and Scores. Want to learn more? Login and play today!
Trove Journey into the Dragonfire Peaks to take down hellbug invaders to earn Skittering Heart Boxes. These boxes can contain tons of lovely loot for the romantic in us all. Join the festivities now for special daily login rewards to get your free loot on!
ArcheAge Help Princess Greeniette find the real Prince Yateo, and give him his favorite chocolate until Feb. 27th.
RIFT Play for your Heart’s Desires in RIFT through Feb. 18th. Get a pack discount, access to Prestige Mounts and a big boost to Adventure XP, Planar Attunement XP, Guild XP, Prestige, and Favor all week!
Atlas Reactor Join in on the Mad Love event! Find lovely new skins and emblems to unlock, plus the Valentine’s themed items from last year have returned. Earn Mad Love loot matrices with daily missions in game through Feb. 20th.
Play any of our games for free right now! If you like what you see, you can take advantage on huge savings on the biggest and best DLC, plus spectacular in-game Valentine’s Day events, and much more. Come explore the many massive worlds brought to you by Trion!
Ex Inanis Supply Crate Rotation + New Synergy: Indomitable EGO!
Ark Hunters!
The hunt is on as Ex Inanis Supply Crate rewards are switching up and are adding an all-new synergy! Defiance is showing you some extra love this February 14th with the new Indomitable EGO Synergy. Ex Inanis Synergies have been updated to Indomitable EGO, Adaptive Augmentation, and Metagenic Gestation! Additionally, drop rates, Jackpots, and much more have been enhanced to show our appreciation to the community.
New Synergy: Indomitable EGO [1] On kill or full reload, 3% ammo regen (Cooldown: 5s)
[2] +8% EGO ability duration on kill (Cooldown: 5s)
[3] +8% EGO ability recharge on full reload (Cooldown: 5s)
[4] +16% Damage dealt while EGO ability is active
Epic Enemy Drops All enemies now have a chance to drop an Epic+ weapon, shield, or mod! Feel the love and earn from a long list of epic backpack and mod Synergies.
Double Legendary and Supreme drop rates from Ex Inanis Vendor and Expeditions Ex Inanis boxes and expedition tables have been updated to double Legendary and/or Supreme drop rates. That’s not all, the Ex Inanis Supply Crate has double the Perfected weapon drop rate as well!
Reputation Vendor Jackpots A variety of Jackpots have been added to reputation vendors, plus all reputation Jackpot weapon prices have been reduced to 1,000 rep.
Cyber Rig Supply Crate The Cyber Rig Supply Crate has doubled down on Legendary, Supreme, and Jackpot drop rates. Rare Chips from Cyber Rig Supply Crates have been taken out and a chance for any Jackpot Rig or Chip to drop has been added.
New Iron Demon Ranch Vendor Boxes and Cerberus Pack Changes The Iron Demon Ranch Vendors now include Shearing Cascade and Parasitic Impetus boxes. Typhon, Echidna, and Cerberus Passenger rockets have gotten sweet improvements in the Cerberus Pack.
Note that this will affect all Ex Inanis vendors and the Defiance store. Join our discussion on the forums and check out the patch notes!
COLONY COURTSHIP: HELLBUGS ARE HERE SPREADING LOVE FEBRUARY 5 – 26!
Look out Ark Hunters, there’s a lovebug going around! Discover Colony Courtship Arkfalls, hunt Hellbugs, and collect Purified Gulanite from February 5th to 26th.
Love is in the air for Valentine’s Day this month and Defiance is celebrating with our annual Colony Courtship event. Hellbugs are on the loose, so grab a partner and enter the heat of battle.
Colony Courtship Event:
100% XP boost
100% Rep boost
100% Score boost
7 days of Patron (login once during the event to receive)
Share the love with your friends!
The Defiance Team
Maintenance - NA/EU All Environments - January 23, 2018 - 10:00 AM PST (6 PM GMT)
Hey there Ark Hunters,
We're bringing the servers down for NA and EU on all environments beginning on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 10:00 AM PT / 1:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM GMT/UTC for maintenance.
Estimated downtime is approximately 2 hours. As usual, we'll update this thread if anything changes.
Update 2 - 11 AM PST (7PM GMT) - The Store & latency issues have been resolved and everything should be working as normal now.
Update 1 - 9:35 AM PST (5:35 PM GMT) - We're bringing Defiance back online but the Defiance Store is not up and running. We're going to continue to work on resolving the store issues.
The team is aware of increased lag in Defiance and are working to get it sorted out as quickly as possible.
We are bringing the servers offline for a bit to resolve this and we'll post regular updates here.
Thanks for your patience
Holiday Steam Sale
Our Steam sale is going on now! Get great bundles or the Defiance Gold Edition for up to 65% off. Find out more by clicking the Store tab on Steam.
Solstice Strike Returns 12/11 – 1/1
Beginning Monday, December 11, 2017 at 10:00 AM PST / 6:00 PM UTC and running through Monday, January 1, 2018 at 10:00 AM PST / 6:00 PM UTC, enjoy the happiest time of year in the New Frontier!
It doesn’t matter if you’re naughty or nice, get ready to battle with the Volge and hunt down the Abominable Warmaster in special summoned Major Arkfalls in the seasonal Solstice Strike event. And, don’t forget, the Solstice Slayer Solstice Strike pursuit is back this year! It can net you an epic jackpot of an SO2 Courier, which can be upgraded to supreme!
Don’t delay! Solstice Strike melts away on January 1, 2018. You won’t want to miss the festive action!
Server Downtime - PC - December 7, 2017 - 10:00 AM PST (6 PM GMT)
Hey there Ark Hunters,
We're bringing the servers down for all environments on Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 10:00 AM PT / 1:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM GMT/UTC for maintenance.
