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 focused on these additions, opting for a smaller update this time.

The Gunblade is a hybrid weapon combining a rifle and a blade, offering unique tactical possibilities. The new Bridge map, created by @GreatGuyBoom and set in Seoul, is a close-quarters combat arena built on a suspended concrete structure.

This update prioritizes new content over bug fixes or balance adjustments, with minor skin modifications for the Demon Shorty and Demon Uzi, and renaming of some Hexxed-themed items to Vexed. The developers emphasize that these adjustments, along with other quality-of-life improvements, will be included in the upcoming major update, which will finally introduce the highly anticipated Ranked mode.

The team assures players that community feedback is being considered and incorporated for the Ranked update. Previous updates, like Update 7 which added the Energy Rifle and other weapons, showcase the game's commitment to regular content releases. For more information, check out the complete list of active Rivals codes here.

Rivals Update 9 Patch Notes:

NEW MAP:

• The Bridge map – A Seoul-based arena created by @GreatGuyBoom.

NEW CHALLENGES:

• New challenges on the Bridge map offering keys and a limited-time Bungeoppang charm. The Winter Spotlight challenges have been removed.

OTHER:

• Minor adjustments to Demon Shorty and Demon Uzi skins.
• Renaming of Hexxed Flare Gun, Hexxed Candle, and Hexxed wrap to Vexed Flare Gun, Vexed Candle, and Vexed respectively.

DEVELOPER'S NOTE:

The developers explain the omission of bug fixes and balance changes in this update, prioritizing the new map and weapon for this release, and promising a comprehensive update including Ranked mode and community feedback in the next major release.