Dive into the thrilling world of Rainbow Six Siege X as it launches its Closed Beta, spotlighting the innovative 6v6 game mode, Dual Front. This article delves into the exciting new Dual Front mode and the specifics of the 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 will kick off on March 13, 2025, at 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET / 8 PM CET, right after the R6 Siege X Showcase concludes. The beta will run until March 19, 2025, at the same times.
Gamers eager to join the action can secure access to the R6 Siege X Closed Beta by tuning into the R6 Siege X Showcase on the official Rainbow 6 Twitch channel or various Content Creators' Twitch streams to earn Closed Beta Twitch drops. The beta will be playable on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
However, some players have reported issues with not receiving the expected email containing the beta access code. Ubisoft Support has acknowledged this glitch via Twitter (X) on March 14 and is actively working to resolve it.
It's crucial to understand that R6 Siege X is not a standalone game but a significant update designed to elevate Siege to new heights with enhanced graphics and technical improvements.
New 6v6 Game Mode: Dual Front
Ubisoft unveils Dual Front, an exhilarating new 6v6 game mode that promises to revolutionize the core gameplay experience. According to the official website, Dual Front will introduce "foundational upgrades to the core game, including visual enhancements, an audio overhaul, rappel upgrades, and more," alongside improved player protection systems and free access to the tactical action of Rainbow Six Siege.
Set on a brand-new map called District, Dual Front pits two teams of six Operators against each other in a simultaneous attack and defense scenario, opening up unprecedented opportunities for gadget synergy and strategic play.
Despite the introduction of Dual Front, the classic Siege mode remains intact, now rebranded as "Core Siege." This mode will feature updates to five iconic maps—Clubhouse, Chalet, Border, Bank, and Kafe—with doubled texture resolution, optional 4K textures on PC, and enhanced destructibility. Future seasons will see three more maps modernized at a time.
Free Access Starting Season 2 of Year 10
After a decade since its debut, Rainbow Six Siege will transition to a free-to-play model starting in Season 2 of Year 10, aligning with industry trends set by major competitors. At launch in 2015, the gaming landscape favored paid multiplayer titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 and Battlefield Hardline, with live-service games less prevalent.
During the R6 Siege X Showcase in Atlanta on March 13, Game Director Alexander Karpazis shared with PC Gamer that the move to free access aims to attract 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 social aspect, noting, "That reduces the barrier [to entry], because honestly Siege is at its best when you've got friends playing with you."
Free access will include Unranked, Quick Play, and Dual Front modes, while Ranked mode and Siege Cup will remain exclusive to those with premium access. This strategy, as former Game Director Leroy Athanassoff told PC Gamer in 2020, was designed to deter smurfs and cheaters. "Having that barrier to Ranked or Siege Cup means you have to be committed to the game," he stated. 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, Ubisoft never considered developing a sequel like Siege 2. Game Director Alexander Karpazis emphasized this at the R6 Siege X Showcase, stating, "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 further explained, "We just had to do what was right for Siege and what was right for players as well."
Siege X has been in development for about three years, running parallel to Siege's regular seasonal updates. Karpazis described Siege X as a pivotal moment to implement significant, meaningful changes to the game, aiming to ensure another decade of engagement. "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 stated.
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. Keep up with the latest developments by checking out our Rainbow Six Siege articles below!
