Rainbow Six Siege Gets Major Updates Without Creating a New Game

Ubisoft's Rainbow Six Siege X: A Major Update, Not a New Game

Ubisoft recently unveiled Rainbow Six Siege X, not as a new game, but as a significant upgrade to the existing Rainbow Six Siege. This announcement, made on February 17, 2025, precedes the game's 10th anniversary. A dedicated showcase is planned for March 13, 2025, at 10:00 am PDT / 1:00 pm EDT in Atlanta, Georgia.

The March 2025 Showcase

The March 13th showcase promises an immersive experience, bringing together players, creators, and developers to reveal the extensive changes coming with Siege X. In-person attendance requires a $10 ticket, including an exclusive shirt and in-game cosmetic pack. Eligibility is restricted to legal residents of the USA and Canada, aged 18 or older, with a clean Rainbow Six Siege account. A VIP package giveaway, including travel and accommodation, is also available for two lucky fans from the same regions.

What to Expect

Siege X boasts "new ways to play, deepened tactical gameplay, refined game feel, and major upgrades." Specific details remain under wraps until the showcase.

10th Anniversary and Season 1: Operation Prep Phase

Rainbow Six Siege, initially released December 1, 2015, for PS4, Xbox One, and PC (later ported to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S), celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Season 1, "Operation Prep Phase," launching March 4, 2025, introduces Aurora (a new operator with deployable bulletproof doors), a new elite skin for Aruni, and a revamped reputation system.

Timing of the Siege X Update

Given the Season 10 launch date and the timing of the Siege X showcase, the major Siege X upgrades are expected to roll out to live servers at a later date.