XDefiant's Ghost Recon faction 'Phantoms': All abilities explained

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XDefiant has been on the radar of many arena shooter fans, and Ubisoft has unveiled more details regarding its gameplay mechanics and factions. Each faction offers unique abilities that will incentivize players to opt for a specific playstyle. These groups are based on Ubisoft's popular games like Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon-inspired Phantoms.

Phantoms are also touted as the Future Soldiers in XDefiant and are ideal for players inclined to opt for a tactical approach to combat. If one wishes to swarm their opponents while having robust defense mechanics for themselves and their allies, then Phantoms is the best faction.

XDefiant's main draw is its free-to-play nature and robust first-person shooter elements with unique character skills akin to Overwatch. Apart from being visually pleasing, XDefiant boasts a handful of factions that add depth to combat and allow players to switch up tactics in their favor using the abilities in each group.

Phantoms are ideal for gaining a tactical advantage over opponents by leveraging one passive trait, two active abilities, and one Ultra skill. Players can even invite friends in the ongoing closed beta, experiment with the faction's capabilities, and determine the best ways to win matches collaboratively.

Defensive individuals can opt for the Blitz Shield active ability of Phantoms. This shield is potent in defending the wielder from bullets. However, players must note that equipping the guard will make the in-game character holster the gun, leaving them vulnerable as long as the shield is held. The Blitz Shield can also be used as a melee weapon to bash opponents.

Mag Barrier is another active shielding ability that Phantoms can resort to. Players can aim and deploy a blue translucent shield