XDefiant: Best Sniper Loadouts

XDefiant

By Nathan Round

Published Jun 2, 2024

Ubisoft's highly acclaimed free-to-play arena shooter, XDefiant, offers fast-paced action and competitive modes for players to dive into. With a diverse roster of Factions to play, as well as an arsenal of different weapons, this arena shooter provides players with a lot of customization options when it comes to their loadouts.

While Assault Rifles like the ACR 6.8 are among some of the more popular weapon choices in XDefiant, Sniper Rifles have quickly become dominant when put in the hands of high-skilled players. Currently, XDefiant features two Sniper Rifles, the M44, and the TAC-50. Both are capable of delivering reliable one-shot kills to most opponents. Here are the best Sniper loadouts in XDefiant.

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6 Early Game M44 Loadout

The Best M44 Loadout For Low-Level Players

M44 Attachments:

Light Suppressor (Muzzle)
Recon Barrel (Barrel)
Sniper Scope 12x (Optic)
Fabric Grip (Rear Grip)
Padded Stock (Stock)

This M44 build is primarily targeted at players who are currently leveling up their weapon in XDefiant. All the attachments can be acquired from levels 1 to 8, and prioritize improving ADS speed as much as possible for low-level players. This build provides a 15% increase in ADS speed from the base M44, which is 60 milliseconds faster than the base speed when factoring in the default Sniper Scope.

Other perks of this M44 build include an improvement in ADS stability from 60% to 69% and a reduction in the time players are visible on the minimap after firing. It's worth noting that mobility has taken a 2.5% decrease, along with a 10% reduction in recoil recovery. However, players will find that this particular M44 build is sufficient for taking down most Faction members, like Libertad, with a single shot to the torso or head. For a good swap-to secondary, opt for the 93R.

5 Early Game TAC-50 Loadout

The Best TAC-50 Loadout For Low-Level Players

TAC-50 Attachments:

Light Suppressor (Muzzle)
Recon Barrel (Barrel)
Sniper Scope 12x (Optic)
Quick Mag (Magazine)
Fabric Grip (Grip)

Much like the previous M44 build, this TAC-50 uses many attachments acquired during levels 1 to 8. This makes it an ideal choice for players still fighting the slow weapon progression system in XDefiant. Running the above attachments provides a 15% increase in ADS speed, which is roughly 93 milliseconds faster than the base weapon when including the Sniper Scope.

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That's not all, though. Players will also get a 15% increase in reload speed, boosting it from 3.1 seconds to 2.6 seconds. ADS stability has also received a much-needed buff of 4%, making players slightly more accurate without harming their handling attributes. As a bonus, this TAC-50 build also reduces the time players are visible on the minimap. For a weapon to keep players covered at close quarters, throw in the 93R as a Secondary.

4 Quick Scope M44 Loadout

The Best High Handling M44 Loadout

M44 Attachments:

Muzzle Booster (Muzzle)
Lightweight Barrel (Barrel)
CQBSS Scope 8x (Optic)
Quick Draw Grip (Rear Grip)
Padded Stock (Stock)

This next loadout is ideal for players looking to quick scope and engage enemies at close to medium range with the M44. Though the M44 already has good handling, this can be boosted even further. The attachments listed above provide a significant buff in ADS speed, reducing it to 380 milliseconds from 400 milliseconds. Sprint out time has been boosted to 315 milliseconds from 350 milliseconds, allowing players to quickly scope in and fire after sprinting around corners or into long lines of sight.

That's not all. The fire rate has also been boosted from 48 RPM to 49 RPM, allowing players to better chain back-to-back eliminations. Though ADS stability has taken a hit, along with damage range, these attributes do little to harm this class. The only major caveat is its inability to effectively one-shot Phantoms to the chest, along with the fact that the best weapons like the MP7 dominate at close range. Because of this, it is advisable to carry the 93R as a swap-to option after getting a hitmarker up close.

3 Quick Scope TAC-50 Loadout

The Best High Handling TAC-50 Loadout

TAC-50 Attachments:

Muzzle Booster (Muzzle)
Lightweight Barrel (Barrel)
CQBSS Scope 8x (Optic)
Quick Mag (Magazine)
Quick Draw Grip (Rear Grip)

Now for another TAC-50 build, one tailored towards improving the weapon's quick scope potential. Though primarily built for medium-range engagements, it remains reliable for long-range shots. Running the attachments above provides a decrease in ADS speed reduction from 625 milliseconds to 593.8 milliseconds. This allows players to scope in much faster and take on Faction members like Echelon who excel at running and gunning.

Sprint out time has also been boosted from 600 milliseconds down to 540 milliseconds, along with an increase in fire rate from 38 RPM to 39 RPM. Both attributes allow players to fire quickly after sprinting and boost their potential to achieve kill chains. Reload speed has also received a much-needed boost from 3.1 seconds to 2.6 seconds. Though ADS stability has taken a hit from 80% down to 68%, this does not significantly harm the weapon's quick-scope potential. For the best secondary at close range, consider the 93R.

2 Long Range M44 Loadout

The Best Long-Range M44 Loadout

M44 Attachments:

Barrel Extender (Muzzle)
Stealth Barrel (Barrel)
Sniper Scope 12x (Optic)
Quick Draw Grip (Rear Grip)
Reinforced Stock (Stock)

While the M44 excels at handling, its damage range isn't as good as the TAC-50. However, the long-range potential of this nifty Sniper Rifle can be boosted considerably. Running the above attachments buffs damage at both medium and short range by 20% each, increasing the damage ranges from 30 meters and 50 meters to 36 meters and 60 meters, respectively. Players will also no longer be visible on the minimap with this build, which. While not exactly beneficial for Sniping from afar, it's a neat benefit nonetheless.

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To increase the M44's range, however, sacrifices have had to be made. Fire rate has taken a small hit, along with movement speed and ADS speed. ADS stability has also been reduced from 60% to 57%. Sprint out time, on the other hand, remains unaffected. For players looking to extend their one-shot potential in modes like Escort and Zone Control, this loadout will prove more than sufficient. Unfortunately, players will need to hit headshots on Phantoms to take them out with a single bullet. For the Secondary, opt for the 93R.

1 Long Range TAC-50 Loadout

The Best Long-Range TAC-50 Loadout

TAC-50 Attachments:

Stealth Barrel (Barrel)
Sniper Scope 12x (Optic)
Quick Mag (Magazine)
Quick Draw Grip (Rear Grip)
Padded Stock (Stock)

Finally, there's the long-range build for the TAC-50. This gun already boasts exceptional damage range, so this particular attribute doesn't need much overhaul. Running the above attachments provides a damage range increase of 10% to short and medium range, boosting the weapon's effective damage range from 30 meters and 50 meters to 33 meters and 55 meters respectively. Players will also remain undetected on the minimap when firing, a decent perk for staying hidden from pesky Assault Rifle users.

Another benefit of this TAC-50 build is an increased reload speed from 3.1 seconds to 2.6 seconds, along with a sprint-out time reduction from 600 milliseconds to 540 milliseconds. Though ADS speed has taken a small hit, along with ADS stability, neither affects this gun's long-range potential. While slower than some of the aforementioned builds, this long-range TAC-50 loadout provides a reliable one-shot to Phantom Faction members from across range. For close-range support in XDefiant, pair this with the 93R Secondary.