"Rainbow Six Siege X Closed Beta Introduces Dual Front 6v6 Mode"

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

Rainbow Six Siege X has launched its highly anticipated Closed Beta, introducing the exciting new 6v6 game mode, Dual Front. Dive in to discover more about this innovative game mode and what to expect from 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 (R6 Siege X) will commence on March 13, 2025, at 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET / 8 PM CET, immediately following the R6 Siege X Showcase. The beta will run until March 19, 2025, at the same times.

Gamers eager to participate in the R6 Siege X Closed Beta can secure access by tuning into the R6 Siege X Showcase on the official Rainbow 6 Twitch channel or through various Content Creators' Twitch livestreams, where they can earn Closed Beta Twitch drops. The beta will be accessible on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

However, some players have reported not receiving the expected email containing 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 send out the emails promptly.

It's crucial to understand that R6 Siege X is not a new game but a significant update designed to elevate the Siege experience with enhanced graphics and technical improvements.

New 6v6 Game Mode: Dual Front

Ubisoft has unveiled Dual Front, a dynamic new 6v6 game mode that promises to revolutionize the core gameplay of Rainbow Six Siege. According to the official website, Dual Front will bring "foundational upgrades to the core game, including visual enhancements, an audio overhaul, rappel upgrades, and more," alongside improved player protection systems and free access, allowing players to experience the tactical action of Rainbow Six Siege without any cost.

This mode will be set on a new map called District, where two teams of six Operators will engage in simultaneous attack and defense of enemy sectors. This marks a first for R6, introducing new strategic possibilities through gadget combinations and innovative tactics.

While Dual Front introduces fresh gameplay, the classic Siege mode, now renamed "Core Siege," will remain a staple. This mode will feature modernized updates for five iconic maps: Clubhouse, Chalet, Border, Bank, and Kafe. These updates include 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 maps per season in the future.

Free Access Starting Season 2 of Year 10

After a decade since its launch, Rainbow Six Siege will transition to a free-to-play model starting in Season 2 of Year 10, aligning with the trend set by its major competitors. Initially released in 2015 amidst a landscape dominated by paid multiplayer games like Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 and Battlefield Hardline, Siege's shift to free-to-play reflects the evolving nature of live-service games.

During the R6 Siege X Showcase event in Atlanta on March 13, Siege Game Director Alexander Karpazis shared with PC Gamer that the move to free-to-play aims to introduce the game to 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 that Siege thrives when played with friends, reducing the barrier to entry.

The free access will include game modes such as Unranked, Quick Play, and the new Dual Front. However, Ranked mode and the Siege Cup will remain exclusive to players with premium access. This decision, as explained by former game director Leroy Athanassoff in a 2020 interview with PC Gamer, aims to deter smurfs and cheaters. "Having that barrier to Ranked or Siege Cup means you have to be committed to the game," Athanassoff stated. Karpazis added that this approach offers "the best of both worlds," welcoming new players while maintaining a competitive environment for veterans.

Siege 2 Was Never On The Table

Despite reaching its 10-year milestone, Karpazis revealed that the team never considered developing Siege 2. Unlike competitors such as Overwatch 2 and Counter-Strike 2, R6 Siege chose to enhance the existing game rather than create a sequel.

Karpazis elaborated, "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 emphasized that the focus was on doing what was right for Siege and its players. "When we go back in time three years ago, that was the main focus for us," he added.

Siege X has been in development for approximately 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. "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 also highlighted the crucial role of the community in the game's success, noting, "You don't get to 10 years as a live service game without the community that built you up."

Rainbow Six Siege X is scheduled for release on June 10, 2025, across PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay updated with the latest news on Rainbow Six Siege by checking out our dedicated article below!