The first-person shooter PvP experience on Roblox, Rivals, has just rolled out Update 9, introducing the innovative Gunblade weapon and a new Bridge map to the game's ever-growing arsenal of content. Developer Nosniy Games shared the details in the patch notes, highlighting a concise yet engaging list of additions that, while smaller than previous updates, are sure to keep players engaged.
Known for its gripping FPS gameplay and diverse weaponry, Rivals warmly welcomes the Gunblade, a versatile weapon that serves as both a rifle for long-range engagements and a formidable blade for close combat. This dual-purpose tool could be a game-changer, especially on the newly added Bridge map. Set in Seoul and designed by @GreatGuyBoom, this map features a concrete structure that forces players into intense, close-quarters battles, with minimal cover offered by a few walls and a bus.
The patch notes for Rivals Update 9 surprisingly omit any mention of bug fixes, balance adjustments, or quality-of-life enhancements. Nosniy Games made a deliberate choice to focus solely on the introduction of the Bridge map and Gunblade. However, they did find space to slightly modify the skins for the Demon Shorty and Demon Uzi, as well as rename a few other items to Vexed Flare Gun, Vexed Candle, and Vexed. The developers have promised a more substantial update in the future, which will include the highly anticipated Ranked feature.
"We hear all of your feedback and want to reassure you all that every necessary & additional changes/improvements will be made in time for Ranked," the team stated, showing their commitment to enhancing the player experience based on community input.
Since its launch in May last year, Rivals has consistently delivered regular updates, with Update 7 introducing exciting additions like the Energy Rifle, Energy Pistols, and Crossbow. For those eager to dive deeper into the game, you can click here to see our list of all active Rivals codes. Below, you'll find the full patch notes for Rivals Update 9.
Rivals Update 9 Patch Notes
---------------------------NEW MAP
The brand-new Bridge map is here! Enter this arena-style duel zone located in Seoul, Korea! Made by @GreatGuyBoom!
NEW SPECIAL CHALLENGES!
The Winter Spotlight has been removed and replaced with a brand new set of challenges! Complete a series of tasks on the new Bridge map to earn keys & the limited-time Bungeoppang charm!
OTHER
The Demon Shorty & Demon Uzi skins have been slightly modified. The Hexxed Flare Gun skin, Hexxed Candle skin, and Hexxed wrap have been renamed to Vexed Flare Gun, Vexed Candle, & Vexed respectively.
A NOTE FROM THE DEVELOPERS
"Hey everyone! We hope you enjoy this brand new map as we celebrate our Korean community! Now that the holiday season is over, our next major content update will be the long-awaited Ranked update! We also want to quickly mention that we purposely chose not to include any bug fixes, balance changes, & other quality of life additions this update. We hear all of your feedback and want to reassure you all that every necessary & additional changes/improvements will be made in time for Ranked!"
