Greetings, Ark Hunters!

On October 15, 2018, we’re unleashing a massive update for Defiance 2050: Trouble in Paradise! This update brings the Hulker Hell event, introduces a new enemy type, adds new story content, and brings the hammer down with the powerful new Crusader class!

Hulker Hell
This seasonal celebration brings both terror and toys – take full advantage with new weapons and mods from Hulker Hell Arkfalls. In addition, pick up Halloween-themed Prototypes and weapon skins!



New Class: The Crusader
This brand-new class is a powerful melee juggernaut that rains hell using a massive, two-handed hammer. Once you’ve summoned a meteor and sent it hurtling down onto your enemies nothing will ever be the same again!



Weapon Skins
Trouble in Paradise also introduces the ability to apply weapon skins to your loot. The New Frontier may be a post-apocalyptic, partially terraformed wasteland, but that doesn’t mean you don’t want to look your coolest when ark tech comes crashing down around you.

New Defiance 2050 Enemy Type
The Grid are an aggressive force of EGO constructs that are able to infect cybernetics and control the individual attached. Think of the zombie virus mixed with a computer virus and a dash of hard light constructs! This enemy faction is being newly introduced into Defiance 2050 with a brand-new Grid enemy type unique to Defiance 2050.

On top of all of that, we’re adding daily and weekly rewards, a new Faction/Vendor, new story elements to introduce the Grid, new missions, Co-Op map Prototypes, and the newly revamped Arkfalls with better scaling and new, score-based rewards.

Trouble in Paradise is coming and nothing will ever be the same again!

Greetings Ark Hunters!

On Friday, September 7, 2018 we're hosting the incredible Uniqopian for the Defiance 2050 livestream! Be sure to watch from her channel directly to take part in giveaways!

If you play on the Xbox One or PS4 console you're still eligible for the giveaways if your console and Trion accounts are linked. Click here to learn how!

Defiance Livestream
Our Twitch Channel: https://www.twitch.tv/trionworlds
Her Twitch Channel: https://www.twitch.tv/Uniqopian
Start Time: Friday, September 7 at 10:30 AM PDT (5:30 PM UTC)
Duration: ~45 minutes

We'll be back next week, September 14th with an all-new dev livestream.

Thanks, all!

This Fall, prepare to lead the fight as the hammer slamming Crusader charges into Paradise! Choose from a variety of classes in the free-to-play action shooter Defiance 2050, and brace yourselves for the valiant Crusader coming in the Fall.  

Class Overview: Crusader
The Crusader is a formidable bruiser class that comes well-equipped with a mighty hammer they can summon to engage in epic melee battles! Level up unique skills and activate abilities to leap right into the action or pull in enemies toward you with full force. The Crusader can later unlock awe-inspiring abilities like an absorbing shield that protects and unleashes an outward attack for swift retribution! Alternatively, the Crusader can call upon a massive meteor strike from above and crash it down to explosively damage and knockback foes.

The Demolitionist class makes an explosive comeback on August 7th in the free-to-play action shooter Defiance 2050! Have an absolute blast dealing damage as a Demolitionist and toss grenades, spawn hatchlings, and make your explosions create even more explosions! Now’s your chance to unlock the Demolitionist by either purchasing the Demolitionist Class Pack or through in-game earned Hunter Commendations.

Demolitionist Class Pack:

• Demolitionist Class
• Demolitionist Outfit
• “Demolitionist” Title

The Demolitionist is the first of many premium classes headed to Defiance 2050. Players can unlock premium classes in-game, through the Commendations Quarter Master and by accumulating in-game currency called Hunter Commendations. Hunter Commendations are awarded for completing certain Pursuits and Contracts. Premium classes will each cost 1,000 Hunter Commendations, and prepare to see exciting new classes like the Crusader and Engineer in the future.



As the Demolitionist, you can cause ultimate destruction and throw Satchel Charges that detonate at your command. Annihilate enemies with the Hatchling Spawner that generates a swarm of hatchlings or unleash a Flashbang that disorients enemies briefly. Upgrade unique passives, like Drop and Roll, to drop a grenade when you perform a dodge roll. Unload an entire Grenade Barrage that significantly reduces cooldowns for grenades or activate Cluster Projectiles that rain down additional explosions on explosion attacks or abilities.


Paradise is just getting started Ark Hunter, now go have a blast!

We’re back, Ark Hunters! Join us for our August 10 livestream for a chance at an all-new Defiance 2050 Twitch Drop!

Missed our last Twitch Drop that celebrated the launch of Defiance 2050? We’re back at it! On August 10, 2018, join us live on Twitch from 10:30 – 11:30 AM PDT and participate in the chat for a chance to win in-game prizes. Plus, if you link your Twitch and Defiance 2050 accounts and watch the livestream for at least fifteen minutes, you’ll earn a Defiant Few Recon Outfit and Headgear!*

Here’s how it works:

HOW TO GET YOUR DEFIANCE 2050 TWITCH DROP GIFT!

1. Create a Twitch Account

Sign up for a Twitch account or login to your existing Twitch account.

2. Link Your Defiance 2050 and Twitch Accounts

Link your accounts here. If you play Defiance 2050 on PlayStation® 4 or Xbox One, you will need to first link your console and Defiance accounts by following these steps. If you do not link your account before watching the stream, you cannot get the free mount.

3. Watch Our Livestream for 15+ Minutes

Watch our Defiance 2050 livestream on Twitch (http://www.twitch.tv/trionworlds) on Friday, August 10, 2018 from 10:30 – 11:30 AM PDT for at least 15 minutes. You must have previously linked your Defiance 2050 and Twitch accounts and be logged-in while watching. Note that watching from the Twitch mobile app will not count for the Twitch Drop. You must be watching from the Desktop client or the website.

4. Enjoy Your New Outfit!

After the stream, Twitch will notify you that you’ve won. Your free Defiant Few Recon Outfit and Headgear will be available on your account within 24 hours. Suit up and look great in Defiance 2050! Note that if you were watching the stream from the Twitch Desktop client, you will not get notified that you won, but the item will still be in your Defiance 2050 account the next time that you log in.

This is a limited-time event so don’t forget to get a head-start by linking your Defiance 2050 and Twitch accounts. Then, watch us live on Twitch on 8/10 between 10:30 – 11:30 AM PDT!

Hey All,

Defiance 2050 Producer Matt “Destromathe” Pettit here and I am thrilled to bring you a detailed content roadmap for Defiance 2050 over the coming months.

With launch day behind us, we’re blown away by how many Ark Hunters have jumped into Defiance 2050. We’ve been working hard to create a smoother Defiance experience for all players by resolving the issues that have come up. Stability has been our number one priority since launch, and will continue to be a priority moving forward. Your excitement to jump back into the Defiance experience has been fantastic and we’re incredibly happy to see so many players, but we do realize how the influx of players can cause a strain on the experience on the whole. With that in mind, we’ve been working as quickly as we can to create an experience that is stable and bug free.

While we work hard to provide the best experience in the here and now, I am sure all of you are anxious to hear about what is coming in the future! We have a constant stream of content and events coming your way very soon.

New Classes
Over the next few months, we will be adding three new classes to Defiance 2050. While Founders already have access to the Demolitionist class, it will soon be available to unlock in-game for all players. Shortly after that, we will be releasing the hard-hitting Crusader class. The Engineer is planned to release this winter, giving players the ability to summon their own turrets!

Trouble in Paradise
The launch of the Crusader class comes with tough times for Paradise. Crusaders are not here to socialize; they are in town to deal with a new enemy, fighting to eradicate it before the Bay Area and the world itself are decimated. New enemies, Missions, Contracts, and story content are coming in waves, telling the story of this new menace each and every month. Each phase the story will bring exciting new content to explore, culminating in a final showdown early next year with the ultimate end-game experience that you have been waiting for.

This new threat will become stronger as time goes on, but Ark Hunters can load up with great new technology to fight with. Get ready for an entirely new character customization system coming this fall. Players can sink their teeth into some brand new technology that pushes their powers beyond anything featured in the game previously. This new system will change the way you play, and leverage both classes and power to enhance your ability to fight this new threat. We’ve created a road map of our upcoming content that you can check out below.



More story, new enemies, and new dangers are coming, along with new and improved weapons to help you take on the challenge every step of the way. It’s gonna be a hell of a ride in Paradise, so grab your prototypes and join us for many fantastic months of updates that we have in store. I can promise you that the wait will be worth it.

As always, thank you for being a part of the Defiance 2050 universe and bringing it to life with us. Join your friends, and come play with us in Paradise. It has never been a better time to be an Ark Hunter!

-Destromathe

Greetings Ark Hunters,

We're bringing all platforms for Defiance 2050 offline for maintenance and to add additional server stability optimizations.

Downtime will start at 10AM PDT (5PM UTC) and may last up to 2 hours (though it may be much sooner). If we need more time, or come back online early, we'll update this thread.

Thank you

Update

• Adding additional server stability optimizations

Jump in to all the Defiance 2050 action today Ark Hunters! Experience this reimagined, free-to-play massive coop sci-fi action shooter on PS4, Xbox One, and PC (Glyph/Steam). Continue the fight with new unique classes and weapon enhancement systems to fully customize your own Ark Hunter. Defiance 2050 goes live at 10:00AM Pacific on Tuesday (7/10) on PC and 10:00AM local time for Xbox One and PS4.



What’s New In Defiance 2050?
Defiance 2050 is a free cooperative sci-fi shooter that takes the compelling story, universe, and gameplay of the original game, and greatly improves the core systems. Unlock 1 of 4 base classes to start out with, and unlock more through gameplay for free.

• New classes include the versatile Assault, deadly Assassin, protective Guardian, supportive Combat Medic, and explosive Demolitionist that each add their own benefits to any group.
• New item enhancements allow for more customization and power to your arsenal. Upgrade, reroll, and unlock bonuses for weapons you find and discover new prototype weapons, like the hellbug infused Venom Spitter.
• New graphical updates for Xbox One, PS4, and PC, along with quality of life improvements to heighten your in-game experience.

With new systems and improved visuals on a newer generation of hardware, Defiance 2050 is setting a solid foundation for launch and aims to evolve the story with new content in the future! Prepare yourselves for the Engineer and Crusader class coming later this year.



Fight On Ark Hunters!

Arkfalls are invading PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on July 6th, now’s your chance to be among the first to fight in Defiance 2050 by becoming a Founder. Unlock special items bundled in a variety of Founder’s Packs available for a limited time only. Pre-order Xbox One, PC, or Steam Founder’s Packs in the store now and PS4 Packs will be available on July 6th.

Head Start Goes Live on 7/6
Become an Ark Hunter as early as July 6th and discover the post-apocalyptic San Francisco for yourself in the world of Defiance 2050. Head Start goes live at 10:00am Pacific on Friday (7/6) and will continue through the official launch (7/10). The free-to-play Defiance 2050 launches on July 10th, and afterward the Founder’s Packs will no longer be available. After purchasing a Founder’s Pack, log onto the appropriate platform and Glyph account to play in Head Start.


What’s New In Defiance 2050?
Defiance 2050 is a reimagined sci-fi shooter that takes the compelling story, universe, and gameplay of the original game, and gives it a great overhaul.

• New classes include the versatile Assault, deadly Assassin, protective Guardian, supportive Combat Medic, and explosive Demolitionist that each add their benefits to any team.
• New item enhancements allow for more customization and power to your arsenal. Upgrade, reroll, and unlock bonuses for weapons you find and discover new prototype weapons, like the hellbug infused Venom Spitter.
• New graphical updates for Xbox One, PS4, and PC and quality of life improvements to heighten your in-game experience.

With new core systems and improved visuals on a newer generation of hardware, Defiance 2050 is setting a solid foundation for launch and aims to evolve the story with new content in the future.


See you in the New Frontier!

Good news, Ark Hunters! We’ve got special prizes for you to celebrate the invasion of Defiance 2050!



On Friday, July 13, 2018, join us live on Twitch from 10:30 – 11:30 AM PDT and participate in the chat for a chance to win tons of great launch-day prizes. Plus, if you link your Twitch and Defiance accounts, you’ll automatically earn a Gemini XIII outfit for tuning in and watching the stream!

Here’s how it works:


Sign up for a Twitch account or login to your existing Twitch account.

Link your accounts here. If you play Defiance 2050 on PlayStation® 4 or Xbox One, you will need to first link your console and Defiance 2050 accounts by following these steps.

Watch our Defiance 2050 launch livestream on Twitch (http://www.twitch.tv/trionworlds) on Friday, July 13, 2018 from 10:30 - 11:30 AM PDT for at least 15 minutes. You must have previously linked your Defiance 2050 and Twitch accounts and be logged-in while watching.

After the stream, Twitch will notify you that you've won. Your free Gemini XIII outfit will be available on your account within three (3) business days. Explore the wasteland in style!

This is a limited-time event so don’t forget to get a head-start by linking your Defiance 2050 and Twitch accounts. Then, watch us live on Twitch on 7/13 between 10:30 – 11:30 AM PDT! This outfit will keep you looking fly in Defiance 2050!