Rivals Update 9 Introduces the Gunblade and Bridge Map as Nosniy Prepares to Add Ranked Mode

Roblox's Rivals FPS experience receives Update 9, introducing the Gunblade and Bridge map. Developer Nosniy Games' patch notes highlight these additions, along with minor cosmetic tweaks, prioritizing the new content over bug fixes or balance changes for this iteration.

The Gunblade, a versatile weapon combining rifle and blade functionality, is poised to shake up gameplay, particularly on the new Bridge map. This close-quarters combat arena, set in Seoul and created by @GreatGuyBoom, offers a fast-paced, intense experience.

Update 9 features new challenges replacing the Winter Spotlight, offering keys and a limited-time Bungeoppang charm for completion on the Bridge map. Minor adjustments were made to the Demon Shorty and Demon Uzi skins, and several Hexxed-themed weapon skins have been renamed to Vexed.

Nosniy Games explicitly stated the omission of bug fixes and balance changes in this update, focusing resources on the new map and weapon. They assure players that these improvements, along with the highly anticipated Ranked mode, will be included in the next major update.

Since its May launch, Rivals has seen consistent updates, including Update 7's addition of the Energy Rifle, Energy Pistols, and Crossbow. For more Rivals information, including active codes, click here.

Rivals Update 9 Patch Notes:

NEW MAP:

• The Bridge map—a Seoul-based arena created by @GreatGuyBoom.

NEW SPECIAL CHALLENGES:

• New challenges on the Bridge map rewarding keys and the Bungeoppang charm.

OTHER:

• Minor modifications to Demon Shorty and Demon Uzi skins.
• Renamed Hexxed Flare Gun, Hexxed Candle, and Hexxed wrap to Vexed Flare Gun, Vexed Candle, and Vexed respectively.

DEVELOPER'S NOTE:

The developers confirmed the intentional exclusion of bug fixes and balance changes in this update, prioritizing the upcoming Ranked mode and other improvements for the next major update.