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

Developer Nosniy Games detailed these additions in today's patch notes, alongside a few smaller tweaks. While a relatively minor update compared to some recent releases, it still packs a punch for players. The Gunblade, a versatile weapon combining rifle range with a melee blade, is a natural fit for Rivals' fast-paced combat. This unique weapon, paired with the new Bridge map, promises intense close-quarters battles. The Bridge map, created by @GreatGuyBoom, is a suspended concrete arena in Seoul, offering minimal cover and maximizing the action.

This update focuses primarily on the new content, with no specific bug fixes, balance changes, or quality-of-life improvements mentioned. While minor adjustments were made to the Demon Shorty and Demon Uzi skins, and some weapon names were updated (Hexxed to Vexed), Nosniy Games promises more substantial changes 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.

Since its launch last May, Rivals has consistently received updates. Update 7, for instance, introduced the Energy Rifle, Energy Pistols, Crossbow, and more. For a complete list of active Rivals codes, [click here](link-to-codes-page). Below are the full patch notes for Update 9.

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!"