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Riders Republic

Platform(s): PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Genre: Racing
Publisher: Ubisoft
Developer: Ubisoft Annecy
Release Date: Oct. 28, 2021

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'Riders Republic' Kicks Off Season 18, Signs Multi-Season Agreement With Authentic For Sports Brands - Trailer

by Rainier on March 18, 2026 @ 9:49 a.m. PDT

Riders Republic invites players to an exhilarating social playground, where they can experience the thrill of extreme sports in an open and densely populated world.

Riders Republic invites players to jump into a lively social playground where they can experience the thrill of outdoor sports in an open and densely populated world. Players roam, compete, and nail crazy moves through an exciting range of sports such as biking, skiing, snowboarding, wingsuiting and rocket wingsuiting. Whether players want to catch some major air with friends or ride solo to dominate the mountains and canyons, there are plenty of exhilarating moments and activities to be discovered.

Riders Republic allows players to ride through some of the most breathtaking landscapes the United States has to offer. Some of the most iconic American national parks such as Bryce Canyon, Yosemite Valley, Sequoia, Zion, Canyonlands, Mammoth Mountain and Grand Teton have been faithfully recreated and imaginatively mashed together to form the ultimate outdoor sports park.

Ubisoft and Authentic Brands Group announced a partnership to bring Authentic’s renowned action and outdoor sports brands into Riders Republic. 

Starting with Quiksilver and DC Shoes, the collaboration will span three seasons with exclusive in-game gear, toys, and apparel and with each integration, bring bespoke collections crafted specifically for the Riders Republic community. 

“This collaboration reinforces Riders Republic’s commitment to delivering a dynamic and evolving player experience,” said Alexandre Enklaar, Riders Republic Live Producer at Ubisoft Annecy. “Aligning seasonal content with the energy and identity of each brand supports rich seasonal storytelling, celebrates the diversity of action sports, and unlocks new opportunities for fans to engage with the brands that inspire them.” 

“Quiksilver and DC Shoes have long been embedded in the culture of action and outdoor sports, and Riders Republic offers a natural extension of that world,” said Brett Glauser, VP of Brand, Action and Outdoor Sports at Authentic Brands Group, owner of the Quiksilver and DC Shoes brands. “Partnering with Ubisoft allows us to bring these brands into an immersive environment where players can experience the style, attitude, and energy of action sports in new ways.” 

Available today in Season 18, players can equip their riders with gear items inspired by each brand’s newest catalogs: 

Quiksilver 

  • Two new outfits from Quiksilver’s new collection, inspired by the brand’s surf heritage and laid-back coastal style, perfect for riders to catch some rays. 
  • One Quiksilver surfboard that makes it easy for players to take on any challenge while snow surfing. 

DC Shoes 

  • One full DC branded outfit that players can take for a spin on their dirt bikes or a multitude of toys. 
  • Two Riders Republic-exclusive gear items designed in collaboration with DC: 
    • A DC variant BMX bike for riders to stack up plenty of grinds and half-pipe rides. 
    • The DC Pockett Bike X, a brand new, never before seen toy debuting in the game. Built for pulling off ridiculous tricks and over-the-top lines, this toy has fresh variants including Blue Steel, available to unlock for free at Tier 20 of the Season Progression. 

Additional brands from the Authentic portfolio will be introduced in future seasons, including Roxy, Volcom, Element, and more.  

Season 18 also brings back the Rabbid Hunter event, running from April 1-8. This event challenges players to track down Rabbids in Camp Curry to earn exclusive rewards. Mass races also return this season, with competitions running on April 1, April 22, May 13, and June 3. 

Also arriving is a fresh new look to the “Toys & Careers” in-game store in Riders Republic, making it smoother and more intuitive. For the first time, players can try out toys from the store for free, letting them ride with confidence and discover new gameplay experiences. 

In addition, an update to skateboards makes flip tricks feel more precise and responsive than ever. Players can push the trigger all the way for faster board rotation, or ease into it with a lighter press for smoother, slower spins. They now wield greater control to dial in their style.  

Players can enjoy an improved Season Progression track this season, where early tiers will be faster to clear and the higher levels will challenge them to put in more time and dedication. Competing the progression will unlock the wild new toy, the Pockett Bike X – Blue Steel, with 1,300 stars.

Special Events This Season

Rabbid Hunter Event (April 1–8)

The chaotic Rabbids return.

Players will:

  • Hunt Rabbids across Camp Curry
  • Complete challenges
  • Unlock exclusive rewards

Mass Race Schedule

Mass races are back this season.

Compete on:

  • April 1
  • April 22
  • May 13
  • June 3

Store Improvements

The “Toys & Careers” in-game store has been redesigned to make browsing easier.

New feature:

  • Try toys before buying them
  • Players can test gear for free before deciding to unlock it

Skateboarding Update

Skateboarding just got smoother and more precise.

New controls allow players to:

  • Push the trigger fully for fast board flips
  • Press lightly for slow, stylish rotations

This gives players more control to perfect their trick style.

Season Progression Changes

Season progression has been updated to feel better:

  • Early tiers are faster to unlock
  • Later tiers are more challenging

Complete the progression to unlock:

  • Pockett Bike X – Blue Steel
    Unlocked after reaching 1,300 stars

Players can squad up with or against friends in insane multiplayer modes:

  • Mass Races: The crazier the better in these epic, multisport races with more than 50 players. New races appear randomly on the map, so players will need to get ready to watch their blind spots, protect their position and remain agile with their skills as they fight their way to the finish line.
  • Tricks Battle: Compete in 6v6 matchups and try to land as many tricks as possible on the various modules to earn points. The team with the highest score wins.
  • Free-for-All: Challenge new opponents in 12-player sessions and show them how it's done through a select playlist of exciting events.
  • Versus Mode: Join up with friends and see who's the best.
  • Multiplayer Competition: Made for the top riders to show off and show out, ultimately making it to the top divisions.

As part of their career, riders can make a name for themselves through five different career progressions. As players continue to prove themselves in the Republic, they will sign with legendary sponsors and receive invitations to the most renowned sports competitions, including Red Bull Rampage and the X Games. Players can customize their rider through evolutive progression-based gear and define every aspect of their character. Whether a rider wants to master snowboarding or be the fastest thing on two wheels, everything is possible.

Riders Republic will make the most of next-gen gameplay, displaying more than 50 players on-screen simultaneously along with 4K ultra high definition resolution at 60 frames per second on Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5. To enhance the multiplayer experience, Riders Republic will support cross-play and cross-generation play, allowing players to connect with friends and other riders on all platforms. Players who purchase Riders Republic on Xbox One or PlayStation 4 can upgrade their game to the next-gen version at no additional cost, while keeping their progression across all platforms with Ubisoft Connect, the ideal destination to connect with friends or participate in in-game events and activities.

Riders Republic is available for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC.


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