Rainbow Six Siege X Launch Date: Major Free-to-Play Update Arrives June 10

Rainbow Six Siege X Launch Date: Major Free-to-Play Update Arrives June 10

By Marcus Chen

March 20, 2025 at 10:38 PM

Rainbow Six Siege gameplay with soldiers

Rainbow Six Siege gameplay with soldiers

Rainbow Six Siege X is launching on June 10 as a free-to-play update, marking the biggest overhaul of the game in its decade-long history. The release time is currently set for midnight CT, with specific regional times to be announced by Ubisoft.

Rainbow Six Siege Operation X logo

Rainbow Six Siege Operation X logo

Key Features of Siege X:

  • Modernized maps with 4K textures for PC
  • Enhanced environmental interaction (gas pipes, fire hydrants)
  • Improved lighting systems
  • New 6v6 Dual Front mode
  • Split between free and paid queues

Rainbow Six Siege X Dual Front logo

Rainbow Six Siege X Dual Front logo

Closed Beta Access:

  • Dates: March 13 (2pm CT) to March 19 (2pm CT)
  • How to join:
    1. Connect Ubisoft Connect account to Twitch
    2. Watch Ubisoft-sponsored Twitch streamers
    3. Wait for beta code via Twitch drops

The closed beta features the new Dual Front mode on the largest map in Siege history. Player feedback during this period will influence the final version launching on June 10.

Rainbow Six Siege operator lineup

Rainbow Six Siege operator lineup

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