Summary
Rainbow Six Siegehas unveiled a new 6v6 mode, core gameplay mechanics upgrades, and some additional novelties set to arrive as part of its next major content drop. CalledRainbow Six Siege X, the new seasonal update is currently targeting a late spring 2025 release.
Ubisoft has beenteasing some big changes forRainbow Six Siegesince February 2025. On March 13, the company detailed its near-term plans for the game in the form ofRainbow Six Siege X, touted as the most significant update in the history of the 2015 tactical shooter.
The highlight of the upcoming update is Dual Front, a new mode that pits two six-operator teams against each other instead of using the game’s established 5v5 dynamics. Dual Front will allow players to choose from a pool of 35Rainbow Six Siegeoperators—including both Attackers and Defenders—which will rotate twice a season. The mode will task teams with both attacking and defending sectors, often simultaneously. Dual Front will mark the first time ever thatRainbow Six Siegeplayers will be able to have Attackers and Defenders on the same team, which promises to open new opportunities for teamwork and strategizing.
Rainbow Six Siege X Beta Now Available
Anyone interested in trying out the new mode ahead of its release can do so by jumping into thenewly launchedRainbow Six Siege Xbeta. Enrolling in the ongoing test requires racking up around half an hour’s worth of Twitch watchtime, then redeeming the beta invite from the video platform’s inventory. The beta is available on the Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC. Ubisoft is planning to run the test until March 19.
Another big novelty coming inRainbow Six Siege Xis a complete overhaul of the game’s audio systems, including those for managing sound reverberation and general propagation. Ubisoft claims that this improvement will allow players to gather more accurate intel about other operators' positions and activity simply by listening. Rappel navigation is also receiving a substantial upgrade geared toward enabling more fluid movement. Sprinting horizontally on a rappel and rappelling around corners will both be possible with the new system.
The newly announced update is scheduled to reach PC and consoles on June 10. That date will mark the start of the game’s Year 10 Season 2, which will alsoseeRainbow Six Siegego free-to-play, albeit in a limited capacity. Quick Play, Unkranked, and the upcoming Dual Front mode will all be part of the free-to-access version of the game, whereas Siege Cup and Ranked will still be reserved for paying players.
