There are only three options for players to choose from when it comes to sniper rifles in XDefiant, but all of them are powerful weapons in the meta.
XDefiant has taken a lot of inspiration from Call of Duty, and that comes through in the sniper class of weaponry. The M44, L115, and TAC-50 complement the game’s movement and can be used up close in some scenarios.
Here is how the three stack up against one another, along with a breakdown of which sniper players should consider using based on play style.
Best XDefiant Sniper Rifles
L115
The L115 is the newest weapon in the sniper class as it was introduced in Season 1 of XDefiant. The powerful gun is a middle ground between the TAC-50 and M44 as it is lighter than the heavy sniper, but packs more of a punch than the scout rifle.
This sniper is the best in the class because of its versatility. Players can put attachments on it to focus on maneuverability and quick scoping or focus on improving its stopping power to one-shot enemies almost anywhere.
Even without attachments, this gun is still viable, which is more than we can say about the other two guns in the class.
Players can unlock this weapon after reaching Tier 50 in the Season 1 Battle Pass.
Check out our best XDefiant L115 loadout build here.
TAC-50
The TAC-50 is a bolt-action sniper rifle that one-shots enemies with ease. Once the weapon has some attachments that increase player mobility and ADS delay, it becomes a monster.
With the right loadout, players can sit back and rack up kills in modes like Escort. Or, they can jump into the frontline, taking shots and hiding behind cover to bolt in the next round before peaking the from cover again.
Call of Duty players should get a nostalgic feeling when using this sniper rifle.
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All players need to do is get 10 One-Shot sniper kills with the M44 to get this powerful weapon in their inventory.
Check out our best XDefiant TAC-50 loadout build here.
M44
The M44 is technically the worst sniper rifle in XDefiant, but it is no slouch. Players can utilize the weapon in the same way as the TAC-50, and can become arguably more mobile with the M44.
What makes the weapon less favorable than the TAC-50 is its lack of raw firepower. Without hitting a headshot, or adding an attachment to boost damage, players will need to hit two shots to kill enemies.
In the early stages of unlocking attachments, this weapon can feel like it only hit markers instead of securing kills. However, with a full loadout to add more damage, like Heavy Barrel, this sniper becomes a beast.
Check out our best XDefiant M44 loadout build here.
The M44 is also available for players to use at launch, so they can hop right in and equip the weapon in their first match.
The XDefiant meta is still taking shape and players should learn to master more than just one weapon class. Assault Rifles like the AK-47 and ACR 6.8 should be at the top of a player’s list to unlock.
If you’re looking for other options in different weapon types, you can also check out our best SMGs and best Assault Rifles to use in the game – or, stick with us to read up on the current meta.
