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

The popular Roblox first-person shooter PvP experience, Rivals, has dropped Update 9, introducing the exciting new Gunblade weapon and the Bridge map.

Developer Nosniy Games detailed these additions in today's patch notes, alongside a few minor tweaks. While a smaller update than some recent releases, it still packs a punch for players. The Gunblade, a versatile combination rifle and blade, is a natural fit for Rivals' fast-paced combat. Its dual functionality allows for surprising and effective tactics, particularly on the new Bridge map. This intense, close-quarters combat arena, set in Seoul and created by @GreatGuyBoom, features limited space and cover, ensuring fast-paced action.

This update focuses primarily on the new content, with no major bug fixes, balance changes, or quality-of-life improvements included. While minor adjustments were made to the Demon Shorty and Demon Uzi skins, and some weapon names were updated (Hexxed to Vexed), Nosniy Games assures players that these features will be addressed in the next major update, which will include the highly anticipated Ranked mode.

"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.

Rivals has seen consistent updates since its launch last May, with previous updates like Update 7 introducing the Energy Rifle, Energy Pistols, Crossbow, and more. For more on Rivals, check out our list of active codes [here](link-to-codes-list). Below are the full Update 9 patch notes:

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!"