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X8 Launches New Major Update With Rush Respawn & Enhancements

X8 has released the new Rush Respawn update this week, giving the game a couple new modes, new tasks, and other improvements.

Published Sat, 24 Feb 2024 19:12:08 -0600

by Gavin Sheehan

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New Rush Respawn update brings faster 3v3 gameplay on a single bomb site.
Complete tasks in X8 to earn coins for in-game item ownership.
Reworked tutorial and new Practice Mode make game mechanics easy to learn.
Check weekly rotating leaderboards with varied ranking objectives.

Indie game developer and publisher Thirdverse Inc. released a new major update for X8 this week, as players can download the Rush Respawn update now. As the name suggests, you're getting a major addition to the game in the form of the Rush Respawn mode, which, in short, is a way for you to come back quicker after being taken out to provide a more frantic gameplay experience. The devs also added a number of improvements to the game, a new Task Completion system, leaderboard rotations, and easier access to certain elements. You can read everything in the update below as the content is ready to be downloaded.

X8 Launches New Major Update With Rush Respawn & Enhancements — Credit: Thirdverse Inc.

X8 – Rush Respawn Update

Rush Respawn Mode: This new mode transforms the classic "Search and Destroy" into a dynamic, respawn-enabled battle. Designed for newcomers, this mode features 3v3 combat, a compact map with a single bomb site, a safe zone, and faster, action-packed gameplay.
Task Completion System: Players can now earn in-game coins by completing various tasks, such as the Tutorial, Demolition, and Rush modes. Now, players can have more in-game item ownership through task achievements.
Enhanced Tutorial and Practice Mode: The update includes a comprehensive rework of the tutorial and the introduction of a Practice Mode, making it easier for new players to get up to speed with the game's mechanics and nuances.
Introduction to Demolition Mode: After reaching Level 3, players will unlock the Demolition Mode, offering a new layer of strategy and challenges.
Leaderboard Rotation with Japan Team Assistance: Players can check out the new leaderboard system featuring weekly rotating objectives and various rankings, including Round Won, All Kills, Headshot Kills, Damage, and Ability Kills + Assists.
Easier Gameplay Defaults: Based on player feedback, 'X8' now offers simplified VR interactions, especially in gunplay, to improve the experience for new players.