Rivals Update 9 Introduces the Gunblade and Bridge Map as Nosniy Prepares to Add Ranked Mode

Author : Audrey Mar 05,2025

Roblox's Rivals FPS experience receives Update 9, introducing the Gunblade and Bridge map. Developer Nosniy Games focused this update on these two additions, opting to postpone bug fixes and balance changes until the next major update, which will include the highly anticipated Ranked mode.

The Gunblade is a unique weapon combining a rifle and a blade, offering versatile combat options. The Bridge map, created by @GreatGuyBoom and set in Seoul, Korea, provides a close-quarters combat arena.

Rivals Update 9 introduces the versatile Gunblade.
Update 9 also includes new challenges replacing the Winter Spotlight event. Completing these Bridge map challenges rewards players with keys and the limited-time Bungeoppang charm. Minor skin modifications were made to the Demon Shorty and Demon Uzi, and some weapon names were updated (Hexxed to Vexed).

Nosniy Games assures players that all necessary bug fixes, balance adjustments, and quality-of-life improvements will be implemented before the launch of the Ranked mode in the next major update. The team actively monitors player feedback and is committed to improving the Rivals experience. Previous updates, such as Update 7, have introduced weapons like the Energy Rifle and Crossbow. For more information on Rivals, including active codes, [click here](placeholder for link).

Rivals Update 9 Patch Notes:

NEW MAP:

  • The Bridge map – A Seoul, Korea-based arena created by @GreatGuyBoom.

NEW CHALLENGES:

  • New challenges on the Bridge map offering keys and the Bungeoppang charm.

OTHER:

  • Minor visual adjustments to Demon Shorty and Demon Uzi skins.
  • Renamed several weapons (Hexxed to Vexed).

DEVELOPER'S NOTE:

The developers explain the decision to prioritize the new map and weapon, delaying bug fixes and other improvements until the Ranked mode update.