2015's *Rainbow Six Siege* breathed new life into the tactical team shooter genre, captivating online players with annual DLC releases. The tradition continues with *Rainbow Six Siege X*, celebrating the game's tenth anniversary. Here's a comprehensive guide to *Rainbow Six Siege X*, including its eagerly anticipated release date.
Rainbow Six Siege X Release Date
Following its current closed beta phase, *Rainbow Six Siege X* is slated for a broad release in June 2025, available to both console and PC gamers. Ubisoft describes this update as the most extensive content overhaul *Rainbow Six Siege* has ever seen. A highlight of the *Siege X* update, already accessible in the closed beta, is the new Dual Front game mode, which pits 6-on-6 teams against each other in larger, more chaotic battles. In Dual Front, teams must strategically decide which areas to attack and defend while accomplishing objectives on expansive maps. Additionally, *Siege X* will revamp several existing maps, overhaul the user interface, enhance the game's technical presentation, and introduce a rebalanced online 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 start of its closed beta. The trailer showcases the thrilling Dual Front mode and its new map, emphasizing the fast-paced 6-on-6 gameplay. It also previews enhancements to the core game, including technical upgrades and new gameplay features, along with rewards for existing *Rainbow Six Siege* players and free-to-play access for newcomers.
Rainbow Six Siege X Beta Information
The *Rainbow Six Siege X* closed beta runs from March 13 to March 19, exclusively for select partner players streaming on Twitch. Viewers tuning into these streams during the beta period have the opportunity to win access codes, valid for the six-day duration of the beta. To participate, players must link their Twitch account with their Ubisoft Connect account. Notably, ownership of *Rainbow Six Siege* is not required to join the *Siege X* closed beta.
Ubisoft has detailed the *Siege X* closed beta and access methods on their official website. Currently, there are no plans for additional beta testing, such as an open beta closer to the full launch in June. As *Rainbow Six Siege* prepares for its most significant update yet, ten years after its initial release, it continues to uphold Ubisoft's tradition of delivering engaging games inspired by Tom Clancy's works with *Siege X*.
