5 Free-to-Play Shooters That’ll Keep You Hooked Once XDefiant Bows Out

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5 Free-to-Play Shooters That’ll Keep You Hooked Once XDefiant Bows Out

In May 2024, Ubisoft released a free-to-play first-person shooter game called XDefiant, with the hope that it would dethrone other popular FPS titles. In less than a year, Ubisoft announced that the game would permanently shut down on June 3rd, 2025, because it didn’t meet the studio’s expectations. The idea to create a crossover between other Ubisoft titles was neat, but it wasn’t enough to keep the players hooked.

Despite the setbacks, XDefiant was a fun, free-to-play title, so its shutdown announcement left some fans disappointed. In case you are looking for the same, or better, free-to-play FPS title like XDefiant, you should definitely check out these five games.

1) Delta Force

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is available on PC, iOS and Android devices (Image via TiMi J3 Studio)

Developed by TiMi J3 Studio, Delta Force was officially launched for Windows PC, iOS, and Android devices on April 21, 2025. It is currently one of the most popular FPS titles in the world, primarily because it features a modern warfare setting that most FPS fans are looking for.

In many ways, Delta Force, despite being a free-to-play title, is better than AAA titles like Battlefield 2042. The developers analysed every flaw of other popular FPS titles and decided to focus primarily on them while developing the game.

2) The Finals

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Windows, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 (Image via Embark Studios)

Embark Studios’ The Finals is another highly popular FPS title. However, its fast pace can get overwhelming initially. Unlike Delta Force, The Finals feels like an arcade game, but it’s nothing like all the arcade-style hero shooter rip-offs.

The gaming experience constantly feels fresh and exciting, particularly because of the game’s huge maps, which are full of destructible items. The unique loadouts and builds will make sure you never get bored with the game.

3) Halo Infinite

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is available on Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S (Image via 343 Industries)

Developed by 343 Industries, Halo Infinite was released in 2021 with a simple goal: to captivate the fans with its visuals, gameplay, multiplayer, and story. Unfortunately, PlayStation players will have to sit this one out as the game is only available on Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

Many will claim that Halo Infinite is dead now, but it is still one of the best free PvP games. In 2024, 343 Industries assured fans it would “continue to support” Halo Infinite, so the game isn’t dead for now.

4) Counter-Strike 2

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2 is available on Windows and Linux (Image via Valve)

You cannot talk about free-to-play FPS titles and forget Counter-Strike 2. Its only setback is the fact that the game is available only on Windows and Linux systems. The game was developed as an updated version of the previous entry, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, but it couldn’t live up to its hype initially.

With many updates and fixes, Valve has made CS2 one of the best FPS titles in the world. Like its predecessor, it has attracted PC gamers all over the world and brought in significant revenue for Valve.

5) Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege

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is available on PlayStation 4, Windows, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and

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Well, Ubisoft’s chapter isn’t completely closed. XDefiant will shut down soon, but on June 10, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege will get a massive update, making it a semi-free-to-play game. The core game will be free, but competitive modes like Ranked and Siege Cup will remain behind a paywall.

Rainbow Six Siege is easily one of the most popular FPS titles in the world, and this move could prove to be a game-changer for Ubisoft after XDefiant‘s shutdown.

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