Rainbow Six Siege X Beta to Include Dual Front 6v6 Mode

Dive into the excitement as Rainbow Six Siege X rolls out its Closed Beta, introducing the innovative 6v6 game mode, Dual Front. Here's everything you need to know about this thrilling new addition and the upcoming 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 Rainbow Six Siege X (R6 Siege X) will kick off its Closed Beta test on March 13th at 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET / 8 PM CET, right after the R6 Siege X Showcase concludes. The beta will run until March 19th at the same times.

To get your hands on the R6 Siege X Closed Beta, tune into the R6 Siege X Showcase on the official Rainbow 6 Twitch channel or catch it on various Content Creators' Twitch livestreams to earn Closed Beta Twitch drops. The beta will be accessible on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, featuring the new Dual Front game mode.

Unfortunately, some players have reported not receiving the anticipated email with the access code for the R6 Siege X Closed Beta. Ubisoft Support has acknowledged this issue on Twitter (X) on March 14 and is actively working to resolve it and distribute the codes as soon as possible.

It's crucial to understand that R6 Siege X isn't a new game but a significant update that will elevate Siege with extensive graphical and technical enhancements.

New 6v6 Game Mode Dual Front

Ubisoft has unveiled Dual Front, a dynamic new 6v6 game mode that promises to "deliver foundational upgrades to the core game" including visual enhancements, an audio overhaul, rappel upgrades, and more. Alongside these, players will enjoy revamped protection systems and the opportunity to dive into the tactical action of Rainbow Six Siege for free.

The action unfolds on a new map called District, where two teams of six Operators will clash, attacking enemy sectors while defending their own. This simultaneous attack and defense approach introduces fresh strategies and gadget combinations, marking a significant shift in gameplay dynamics.

While Dual Front takes center stage, the classic Siege mode remains, now rebranded as "Core Siege." This mode features updates to five iconic maps—Clubhouse, Chalet, Border, Bank, and Kafe—with double texture resolution, optional 4K textures on PC, and enhanced destructible materials. Initially, only these five maps will be modernized, with plans to update three more each subsequent season.

Free Access Starting Season 2 of Year 10

After a decade of thrilling gameplay, Rainbow Six Siege will transition to a free-to-play model starting in Season 2 of Year 10, aligning with trends set by major competitors. Originally launched in 2015, Siege's initial pay-to-play model was influenced by the era's standards and the nascent concept of live-service games.

At the R6 Siege X Showcase in Atlanta on March 13, Game Director Alexander Karpazis shared with PC Gamer the team's goal to welcome new players. He emphasized, "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 highlighted 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."

The free access will include game modes like Unranked, Quick Play, and Dual Front. However, Ranked mode and Siege Cup will remain exclusive to those with premium access. This strategy, as explained by former game director Leroy Athanassoff in a 2020 PC Gamer interview, aims to deter smurfs and cheaters. 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 has opted against developing a sequel, Rainbow Six Siege 2. Game Director Alexander Karpazis explained, "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 elaborated, "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 the game's ongoing seasonal updates. Karpazis described Siege X as a pivotal moment, stating, "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 acknowledged 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, and will be available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Keep an eye on our Rainbow Six Siege articles for the latest updates and information!