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

Dive into the excitement of Rainbow Six Siege X as it launches its Closed Beta, featuring the innovative 6v6 game mode, Dual Front. Explore the details of this new 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 announced that Rainbow Six Siege X (R6 Siege X) will commence its Closed Beta test from March 13th at 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET / 8 PM CET, right after the R6 Siege X Showcase, and run until March 19th at the same times.

To participate in the R6 Siege X Closed Beta, fans can watch the R6 Siege X Showcase on the official Rainbow 6 Twitch channel or various Content Creators' Twitch livestreams to earn Closed Beta Twitch drops. The test will introduce the new Dual Front game mode and 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 isn't a new game but a significant update aimed at elevating Siege to new heights through graphical and technical enhancements.

New 6v6 Game Mode: Dual Front

Ubisoft has unveiled Dual Front, a dynamic new 6v6 game mode designed to bring foundational upgrades to the core game. These include visual enhancements, an audio overhaul, rappel upgrades, and more, alongside revamped player protection systems. Dual Front will also offer free access, allowing players to experience the unique tactical action of Rainbow Six Siege without any cost.

The action unfolds 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 possibilities for gadget combinations and tactical strategies.

While Dual Front introduces fresh gameplay, the classic Siege mode remains, now rebranded as "Core Siege" in the main menu. This mode features modernized updates for five 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 updated, with plans to add three more each subsequent season.

Free Access Starting Season 2 of Year 10

After a decade, Rainbow Six Siege will transition to a free-to-play model, aligning with the trends set by its major competitors. Originally launched 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 access reflects the evolution of live-service gaming.

At 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 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 those with premium access. This decision, as former game director Leroy Athanassoff told PC Gamer in 2020, 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, the team behind Rainbow Six Siege never considered developing a sequel, unlike competitors such as Overwatch 2 and Counter-Strike 2. Game Director Alexander Karpazis stated, "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."

Karpazis emphasized that the focus was on doing what was right for Siege and its players. "We just had to do what was right for Siege and what was right for players as well. When we go back in time three years ago, that was the main focus for us," he said.

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 for making 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 importance of the community, 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 slated 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 by checking out our Rainbow Six Siege article below!