Rainbow Six Siege X Closed Beta Test to Feature Dual Front, a New 6v6 Game Mode

Rainbow Six Siege X's Closed Beta is here, introducing its exciting new 6v6 game mode, Dual Front. Dive in to learn more about Dual Front and the beta test.

Rainbow Six Siege X Showcase: Unveiling the Update

Closed Beta: March 13th - 19th, 2025

Ubisoft announced on their official website that the Rainbow Six Siege X (R6 Siege X) Closed Beta will run from March 13th, 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET / 8 PM CET (immediately following the R6 Siege X Showcase), to March 19th, 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET / 8 PM CET.

Access the Closed Beta by watching the R6 Siege X Showcase on the official Rainbow 6 Twitch channel or participating Twitch streams from select content creators to earn Closed Beta Twitch drops. The beta will feature the new Dual Front game mode and is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Currently, some players are experiencing issues receiving the beta access code email. Ubisoft Support has acknowledged this on Twitter (X) and is working to resolve the problem.

It's important to remember that R6 Siege X isn't a new game, but a major update significantly enhancing Siege with graphical and technical improvements.

Dual Front: The New 6v6 Game Mode

Ubisoft's Dual Front is a dynamic 6v6 mode offering core gameplay upgrades (visual enhancements, audio overhaul, rappel improvements, etc.), revamped player protection systems, and free access to experience Rainbow Six Siege's tactical action.

This mode introduces a new map, District, where two teams of six Operators battle to control enemy sectors while defending their own. For the first time in R6, both attacking and defending Operators are present simultaneously, creating exciting new strategic possibilities.

Classic Siege gameplay remains, now called "Core Siege" in the main menu. This includes five modernized maps (Clubhouse, Chalet, Border, Bank, and Kafe) with double texture resolution, optional 4K textures on PC, and enhanced destructible environments. Modernization of additional maps will continue in future seasons.

Free Access Arrives: Year 10, Season 2

After ten years, Rainbow Six Siege goes free-to-play, following the industry trend. This decision, explained by Game Director Alexander Karpazis to PC Gamer at the R6 Siege X Showcase, aims to introduce the game to a wider audience and encourage players to invite friends.

Free access includes Unranked, Quick Play, and Dual Front. Ranked mode and the Siege Cup will remain exclusive to premium access holders. This decision, as previously explained by Leroy Athanassoff (in a 2020 PC Gamer interview), helps maintain a balanced competitive environment and mitigate smurfing and cheating.

No Siege 2 in Sight

Karpazis confirmed that a Siege 2 sequel was never considered. Instead, the team focused on Siege X, a three-year project developed alongside regular seasonal updates. Siege X aims to ensure the game's continued success and evolution for the next decade, respecting its long-standing community.

Rainbow Six Siege X launches June 10th, 2025, on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay tuned for further updates!