2015's *Rainbow Six Siege* breathed new life into the tactical team shooter genre, captivating online players with annual waves of DLC. The tradition persists with *Rainbow Six Siege X*, celebrating the game's tenth anniversary. Here's all you need to know about *Rainbow Six Siege X*, including its eagerly anticipated release date.
Rainbow Six Siege X Release Date
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Rainbow Six Siege X, currently in its closed beta phase, is set for a full release in June 2025 on both consoles and PCs. Ubisoft touts this update as the most significant content overhaul in Rainbow Six Siege history. Among the exciting new features introduced in the closed beta is the Dual Front game mode, which pits teams of six against each other in larger, more chaotic battles.
In Dual Front mode, players must strategize on which areas to attack and defend across expansive maps, executing objectives in each zone as they clash with the opposing team. The Siege X update will also revamp existing maps, overhaul the user interface, enhance the game's technical aspects, and introduce a rebalanced matchmaking system to better support new players.
Rainbow Six Siege X Trailer
On March 13, 2025, Ubisoft unveiled a gameplay trailer for *Rainbow Six Siege X* to coincide with the launch of its closed beta. The trailer showcases the high-energy 6-on-6 action of Dual Front mode within its new map. It also highlights enhancements to the core game, including technical improvements, new gameplay features, and rewards for existing players, along with free-to-play access for newcomers.Rainbow Six Siege X Beta Information
The Rainbow Six Siege X closed beta is scheduled from March 13 to March 19, with selected partner players streaming the beta on Twitch. Viewers tuning into these streams during the beta period have the opportunity to receive an access code for the six-day window. To participate, players must link their Twitch account to their Ubisoft Connect account. Notably, owning Rainbow Six Siege is not a prerequisite to join the Siege X closed beta.
Ubisoft has detailed all aspects of the Siege X closed beta and how to access it on their official website. No additional beta testing, including an open beta, has been announced as of yet, ahead of the full launch in June. Rainbow Six Siege is poised to make its most ambitious leap forward a decade after its initial release. Ubisoft's long-standing commitment to Tom Clancy-inspired games continues to thrive with Rainbow Six Siege X, promising an exhilarating evolution of the franchise.
