Rainbow Six Siege X: A New Era of Tactical Gameplay
Ubisoft has exciting news for fans of Rainbow Six Siege as they unveiled Rainbow Six Siege X ahead of the game’s 10th anniversary. This major update promises significant enhancements to the gameplay experience. Keep reading to discover more about this reveal and the upcoming showcase scheduled for March 2025.
Rainbow Six Siege X Unveiled
Ubisoft announced Rainbow Six Siege X on February 17, 2025, signaling a new chapter for the 9-year-old game with comprehensive gameplay upgrades and refinements. Further details will be disclosed during the showcase in March 2025.
Rainbow Six Siege Showcase in March 2025
Mark your calendars for the Rainbow Six Siege X showcase on March 13, 2025, at 10:00 am (PDT) / 1:00 pm (EDT) in Atlanta, Georgia. This event will highlight the transformative changes coming to the game. Ubisoft describes it as "an immersive and one-of-a-kind Siege experience, where players, creators, and developers come together to unveil all the evolutions of Siege X, along with many more surprises!"
For those eager to attend in person, tickets are available for USD $10, which includes an exclusive long-sleeve shirt and an in-game cosmetic pack. To be eligible, attendees must meet the following criteria:
- Must be a legal resident of the USA and Canada
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must have a good Rainbow Six Siege account (not banned or sanctioned)
Additionally, Ubisoft is offering VIP packages to two lucky fans, including a hotel stay, roundtrip flight, and entry to the Showcase event. This giveaway is also limited to legal residents of the USA and Canada.
The update promises "new ways to play, deepened tactical gameplay, refined game feel, and major upgrades all around." More specifics on these changes will be shared during the showcase.
Rainbow Six Siege Upcoming 10th Year Anniversary
Originally launched on December 1, 2015, for PS4, Xbox One, and PC, Rainbow Six Siege later expanded to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S in 2020. The game has received continuous updates, solidifying its status as a leading live-service shooter across multiple platforms. With Rainbow Six Siege X, the franchise is set to continue its legacy.
In a Steam post dated February 17, 2025, Ubisoft introduced a new operator named Aurora, who can deploy bulletproof doors. They also announced a new elite skin for operator Aruni and a new reputation system that will reward or penalize players based on their in-game behavior. These features will be introduced in Season 1 of the game's 10th year, dubbed Operation Prep Phase, set to launch on March 4, 2025, in celebration of the 10th anniversary.
Given the timing of Season 10's launch and the Rainbow Six Siege X showcase, it appears that the major updates will be implemented on the live servers at a later date.
