RIVALS is a competitive first-person shooter on Roblox developed by Nosniy Games (Nosniy and SenseiWarrior), released on June 28, 2024. At 06:00 UTC on August 26, 2026 it was the 6th-most-popular game on Roblox with 197,564 players in game, 17.6 billion lifetime visits, and a 94% approval rating. It won the 2025 Roblox Innovation Award for Best Shooter Experience and is playable on PC, mobile, Xbox and PlayStation 5.
17625359962 on our last check, so the player and visit numbers on this page come from BloxGuidesGG (August 22, 2026) and ROCodes (August 26, 2026), both of which proxy the Roblox API. RIVALS is one of the most-requested games we cover — its code system is active and updated weekly, which makes it worth the tracking effort.Live Snapshot
Roblox's /v1/games endpoint returned an empty array for universe 17625359962 on August 26, 2026, so we cross-referenced third-party trackers that mirror the Roblox API. These are the figures we verified:
- Players in game: 197,564 (ROCodes, Aug 26) — down from 233K peak earlier in the week
- Lifetime visits: 17.6 billion (BloxGuidesGG, Aug 22; ROCodes, Aug 26)
- Peak concurrent: 291K+ CCU (BloxGuidesGG, Aug 22)
- Approval rating: 94% positive (1.3M upvotes vs 82K downvotes)
- Roblox ranking: #6–#7 by concurrent players (Roblox client browse, Aug 26)
What RIVALS Is — And Isn't
RIVALS is a duel-based FPS where you face off against one opponent or team in a first-to-5-rounds format. It is the most popular competitive shooter on Roblox — significantly more active than rivals like Bad Business or The Strongest Battlegrounds in the FPS category. The game has a ranked ladder with separate ELO for 1v1, 2v2 and 3v3 modes, and a weapon economy built around Keys (premium currency) and Wraps (cosmetic skins).
Every player brings four weapons into each match — one primary, one secondary, one melee, one utility. There are 40+ weapons across these categories, ranging from the free default Handgun to the ultra-rare Permafrost SMG obtained through Contraband contracts. The game supports full cross-platform play between PC, mobile, Xbox and PlayStation 5 — all in the same matchmaking pool.
Game Modes (21 total)
- Ranked 1v1 / 2v2 / 3v3 — Competitive queue with ELO rating. Accessible at Level 100+ with 10 completed duels and 30 tasks.
- 4v4 / 5v5 Duels — Larger team formats, casual only.
- Free For All — Multi-player formats (1v1v1, 2v2v2, 3v3v3). Every player for themselves.
- Team Deathmatch — 8v8, Purple (Nosniy Games) vs Yellow (Sensei Global). Most kills before time expires.
- 2v2 Beginner Queue — Dedicated queue matching new players together.
Weapon Categories
- Primary (17+): Assault Rifle, Sniper, Shotgun, Permafrost, Burst Rifle, Minigun, Energy Rifle, Flamethrower, RPG, Crossbow, Gunblade, Distortion
- Secondary (12+): Handgun (free), Uzi, Revolver, Exogun, Energy Pistols, Shorty, Slingshot, Daggers
- Melee (11+): Katana (bullet-deflection), Scythe, Chainsaw, Knife, Battle Axe, Spear (throwable launch pad), Grapple (pull/drag)
- Utility (14+): Grenade, Molotov, Medkit, Flashbang, Freeze Ray, Warpstone, Subspace Tripmine, War Horn
Maps (17+ regular)
- Open/Long Range: Docks, Chess, Crossroads, Shooting Range — Sniper primary works best here.
- Close Quarters: Backrooms (dark maze), Playground, Bridge, Construction, Station (destructible windows) — Shotgun/SMG + Melee meta.
- Balanced: Arena (default symmetrical), Battleground (central bridge with buttons), Graveyard, Downtown, Hangar, Village, Dimension — Assault Rifle or Burst Rifle.
Ranked System
RIVALS has a competitive ranked ladder with three separate ELO tracks:
- 1v1 Ranked — Purest form of RIVALS. First to 5 round wins. The most competitive mode.
- 2v2 Ranked — Two teams of two. First to 5 round wins. Great for learning team coordination.
- 3v3 Ranked — Three-on-three team duels. Separate ELO ladder.
Access requirements: Reach Level 100, complete 10 standard duels (wins and losses both count), complete at least 30 tasks.
Currencies & Progression
- Keys — Premium currency for purchasing weapons (0–350+ Keys). Obtained through codes, daily rewards, Robux purchase.
- Wraps — Cosmetic weapon skins. Seasonal events and code rewards.
- Crystals — Event currency for seasonal shop items (e.g., Winter Holiday event).
- Pearls — Event currency for summer shop.
- Level — Account level (0–400+). Required for ranked access (Level 100+).
Codes Page
RIVALS has an active, frequently updated code system. New codes are typically released weekly by the developer team on their social channels. Codes reward Keys, Wraps, Crystals and other currencies. Our full tracking with source verification is on the dedicated codes page.
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FAQ
Is RIVALS free to play?
Yes. RIVALS is entirely free on Roblox. Keys and Wraps are optional purchases.
Can I play RIVALS on console?
Yes. RIVALS supports Xbox and PlayStation 5 through Roblox's cross-platform play.
How do I unlock ranked mode?
Reach Level 100, complete 10 standard duels, and finish at least 30 tasks. Ranked has separate ELO ladders for 1v1, 2v2 and 3v3.
What's the best weapon for beginners?
The Assault Rifle is the most forgiving all-rounder. For secondary, the Uzi (20 Keys) is beginner-friendly. Melee: Katana for bullet deflection.
How often are new codes released?
Approximately weekly. Check our codes page for the latest verified codes.