First-person shooters have changed. Modern Call of Duty is big, flashy, and live-service heavy. But some players miss the old days, tight missions, cinematic moments, and story-led combat. The Defiant, from Hoothanes and 4Divinity, looks ready to deliver exactly that.

The game steps away from familiar European fronts. Instead, it focuses on China’s War of Resistance against Japan. Players take the role of Chinese soldiers, navigating battles and stories rarely explored in WWII shooters. The aim is clear: immersive combat, tactical gunplay, and gritty realism.

The Defiant – Reveal Trailer

Classic FPS vibes in focus

Early trailers have fans excited. Comments online are full of comparisons to OG Call of Duty and Medal of Honor. That’s the point. The Defiant wants to capture the feel of old-school shooters with modern visuals and gameplay polish.

This is a single-player game. No endless progression, no live-service grind. Just story-driven missions, strategy, and authentic battles.

The Defiant will launch on PC and consoles. A release date hasn’t been confirmed, but for fans of classic WWII FPS action, it’s shaping up to be exactly what’s been missing.

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