XDefiant fans have started a petition to save the game from shutting down

XDefiant fans have now kick-started a petition to save the game. For context, the title is currently on the verge of being shut down by Ubisoft. This is due to not enough people playing the game, which provides the studio with no incentive to keep it up and running. Regardless, die-hard fans still want the title to stay alive.

Streamer and content creator NyteFalll launched a Change.org petition to save XDefiant from being erased, and it has already collected over 2,000 signatures. This article will discuss the key points surrounding the game's shutdown as well as the fans' demands.

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XDefiant fans rally to save the game from being shut down for good

On December 4, 2024, NyteFalll launched their petition to save XDefiant on Change.org. A post promoting the petition was uploaded to their X handle, where it went viral, creating thousands of impressions worldwide. The petition was also shared by @XDefiant_Comp, with a quote from NyteFall that read:

"It's not merely a source of entertainment. For many, it's a medium to interact, make friends, and create memories. It is, therefore, imperative that we act to protect this platform from going into oblivion that would impact millions of users worldwide."

As of this writing, the petition has collected 2,029 signatures. On its Change.org page, one can see heartfelt videos and text messages from fans sharing their experience with XDefiant. For some, the game's deletion seems to be an excruciating event.

The timing of this petition is crucial, as the procedure to shut down the FPS title has already begun. As of December 3, 2024, new downloads, player registrations, and new purchases have already become unavailable. The game servers will remain active until June 3, 2025, after which, all traces of the Ubisoft title will be erased. This means that fans have about six months to save XDefiant once and for all.