The popular 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 enhance its already exciting lineup of content. Developer Nosniy Games has shared comprehensive patch notes for this update, which, while modest in scope, promises to keep players engaged as the team gears up for future enhancements.
The Gunblade, a versatile two-in-one weapon that functions as both a rifle and a giant blade, has been warmly received by the Rivals community, known for its love of diverse weaponry. This weapon's ability to switch between ranged and melee attacks offers players a strategic advantage, particularly on the new Bridge map. This map, set in Seoul and designed by @GreatGuyBoom, features a compact, concrete environment that forces players into immediate close-quarters combat, with only a few walls and a bus for cover.
While Update 9 does not include specific bug fixes, balance changes, or quality-of-life improvements, Nosniy Games has made minor modifications to the skins of the Demon Shorty and Demon Uzi, along with renaming several other items. The developers have committed to saving more extensive updates for the upcoming major content release, which will introduce the much-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, emphasizing their focus on delivering a polished experience for this new mode.
Since its launch last May, Rivals has consistently delivered regular updates, such as Update 7, which introduced the Energy Rifle, Energy Pistols, and Crossbow, among others. For players 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 complete 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!"
