Dive into the excitement of Rainbow Six Siege X, as it rolls out its Closed Beta, spotlighting the innovative 6v6 game mode, Dual Front. Get all the details on what to expect from the new Dual Front mode and the upcoming closed beta test.
Rainbow Six Siege X Showcase Revealed New Details for the Update
Closed Beta Begins March 13, 2025
Ubisoft has officially announced that the Closed Beta for Rainbow Six Siege X (R6 Siege X) will commence on March 13th at 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET / 8 PM CET, right after the R6 Siege X Showcase, and will run until March 19th at the same times.
Gamers eager to participate can secure their spot in the R6 Siege X Closed Beta by tuning into the R6 Siege X Showcase on the official Rainbow 6 Twitch channel or through various Content Creators' Twitch livestreams to earn Closed Beta Twitch drops. The beta will be accessible on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, introducing players to the thrilling Dual Front game mode.
However, some players have reported not receiving the anticipated email containing the access code for the R6 Siege X Closed Beta. Ubisoft Support has acknowledged this issue on Twitter (X) on March 14 and is actively working to resolve it and send out the emails promptly.
It's crucial to understand that R6 Siege X is not a standalone sequel but a comprehensive update designed to elevate the Siege experience with enhanced graphics and technical improvements.
New 6v6 Game Mode Dual Front
Ubisoft is set to revolutionize gameplay with Dual Front, a dynamic new 6v6 mode. According to the official website, Dual Front promises "foundational upgrades to the core game, including visual enhancements, an audio overhaul, rappel upgrades, and more," alongside improved player protection systems. This mode will be free to access, allowing players to immerse themselves in the tactical action of Rainbow Six Siege without any cost.
The action will unfold on a new map called District, where two teams of six Operators will engage in a strategic battle to attack enemy sectors while simultaneously defending their own. This marks a significant shift, as R6 will now feature both attacking and defending Operators at the same time, fostering new strategies and gadget combinations.
While Dual Front takes the spotlight, the classic Siege mode remains intact, now rebranded as "Core Siege" in the main menu. This mode includes modernized versions of five iconic maps: Clubhouse, Chalet, Border, Bank, and Kafe. These updates bring double texture resolution, optional 4K textures on PC, and enhanced destructible materials. Although only five maps are updated initially, future seasons will see three more maps upgraded at a time.
Free Access Starting Season 2 of Year 10
After a decade in the gaming world, Rainbow Six Siege will transition to a free-to-play model starting in Season 2 of Year 10, aligning with the strategies of its major competitors. When Siege debuted in 2015, the landscape was dominated by paid multiplayer titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 and Battlefield Hardline, with the concept of live-service games still in its infancy.
During the R6 Siege X Showcase in Atlanta on March 13, Siege Game Director Alexander Karpazis shared with PC Gamer their vision to welcome new players. "We want people to invite their friends to try out Siege, and we want to give them the majority of the game so that they understand what makes this game so special," Karpazis explained. He emphasized the importance of multiplayer camaraderie, stating, "That reduces the barrier to entry, because honestly Siege is at its best when you've got friends playing with you."
The free access will include game modes such as Unranked, Quick Play, and the new Dual Front. However, access to Ranked mode and the Siege Cup will still require a premium purchase. This approach, as former game director Leroy Athanassoff noted in a 2020 interview with PC Gamer, aims to deter smurfs and cheaters. "Having that barrier to Ranked or Siege Cup means you have to be committed to the game," he said. Karpazis added, "It is, in our opinion, the best of both worlds where you can bring in new players but also have this place where veterans feel super competitive and committed to the game."
Siege 2 Was Never On The Table
Despite reaching its 10-year milestone, the idea of creating a sequel, Siege 2, was never considered, according to Karpazis. Unlike other FPS titles such as Overwatch 2 and Counter-Strike 2, R6 Siege chose to enhance its existing game rather than start anew.
Karpazis elaborated, "Siege 2 was never on the table. A lot of live service games are starting to go through this process because a lot of them are hitting that 10-year mark." He continued, "We just had to do what was right for Siege and what was right for players as well. When we go back in time three years ago, that was the main focus for us."
The development of Siege X has been ongoing for about three years, running parallel to Siege's regular seasonal updates. Karpazis described Siege X as a pivotal moment, stating, "Siege X, for us, is a moment where we want to make big, meaningful changes to the game. We want to show that, yes, we're here for another 10 years, and we want to respect the people who brought us here so far."
He underscored the vital role of the community, saying, "You don't get to 10 years as a live service game without the community that built you up."
Rainbow Six Siege X is slated for release on June 10, 2025, across PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay updated with the latest news on the game by checking out our dedicated Rainbow Six Siege article below!
