How to unlock GSK faction in XDefiant

Processes of unlocking GSK faction in XDefiant (Image via YouTube/@Ubisoft)
Processes of unlocking GSK faction in XDefiant (Image via YouTube/Ubisoft)

Now that the GSK faction has arrived in XDefiant, the community cannot wait to try out the new characters and abilities. Inspired by Ubisoft’s in-house 5v5 tactical shooter title Rainbow Six Siege, the faction specializes in locking down the battlefield with its defensive abilities and gadgets like ADS and shock wires.

However, unlocking the brand-new faction can be hectic sometimes as it requires a lot of grinding to earn a certain amount of XP. Hence, players can opt for other ways by spending real-life money to get their hands on the GSK characters instantly.

With that in mind, this article will explain the multiple processes through which players can unlock the freshly introduced faction in XDefiant.


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All options to unlock the GSK faction in XDefiant

Here's how you can unlock the new GSK faction in Ubisoft’s arena shooter:

  • Earning XP through completing XDefiant Major Challenges
  • Spending 1000 XCoins
  • Purchasing the GSK Starter pack

Below is a detailed explanation of the ways you can unlock the brand-new faction in XDefiant:

1) Via XDefiant Major Challenges

Unlock GSK faction by earning 7,00,000 XP (Image via Ubisoft)
Unlock GSK faction by earning 7,00,000 XP (Image via Ubisoft)

XDefiant connoisseurs worldwide can follow a straightforward but lengthy way to unlock the GSK faction in the arena shooter. In exchange for 7,00,000 XP, you can unlock the faction and get access to Krieger. Here’s how to see the progression bar from the game:

  • Open XDefiant.
  • Upon opening the main menu, click on Challenges.
  • Navigate to the Major Challenges section.
  • Select GSK and press Activate challenge.
  • Earn 7,00,000 XP and unlock the faction without even worrying about anything else.

2) Via Spending XCoins

Unlocking the GSK faction by spending XCoins (Image via Ubisoft)
Unlocking the GSK faction by spending XCoins (Image via Ubisoft)

Instead of grinding for 7,00,000 XP by completing daily challenges, you can opt to unlock the GSK faction by spending only 1000 XCoins in XDefiant. Upon purchasing, you'll instantly get your hands on Stark, a character of the R6 Siege-inspired faction.

On the other hand, those who want to spend a little more can opt to spend 2500 XCoins to get instant access to all three characters from the faction (Kaptan, Stark, and Krieger).

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3) Via purchasing the GSK Starter pack

Content inside the GSK Starter pack (Image via Ubisoft)
Content inside the GSK Starter pack (Image via Ubisoft)

Those who are interested in avoiding the hectic grind journey in-game can get their hands on the GSK faction early by purchasing the GSK starter pack for $34.99.

The GSK Starter pack contains:

  • Season 1 Premium Battle Pass
  • Extraction M4A1 Weapon Skin (Legendary)
  • Extraction Kreiger Skin (Legendary)
  • White Alchemy Vector Weapon Skin (Epic)
  • GSK Breacher Player Card (Rare)
  • 1000 XCoins

The Ubisoft developers are offering this massive opportunity to experience the newly released faction before other players. You will be able to access different types of weapons and character skins alongside other cosmetics.

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Edited by Siddharth Satish
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