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

Rainbow Six Siege X has launched its Closed Beta, featuring the exciting new 6v6 game mode, Dual Front. Dive in to discover more about this innovative mode and the details of 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 Rainbow Six Siege X (R6 Siege X) will host its Closed Beta test from March 13th at 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET / 8 PM CET, immediately following the R6 Siege X Showcase, until March 19th at 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET / 8 PM CET.

Gamers can secure access to the R6 Siege X Closed Beta by tuning into the R6 Siege X Showcase on the official Rainbow 6 Twitch channel or through selected Content Creators' Twitch livestreams to earn Closed Beta Twitch drops. The beta will showcase the new Dual Front game mode and will be accessible on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

However, some players have reported issues with not receiving the expected email containing their access code. Ubisoft Support has acknowledged this problem on Twitter (X) on March 14 and is actively working to resolve the issue and distribute the codes promptly.

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

New 6v6 Game Mode: Dual Front

Ubisoft introduces Dual Front, a dynamic new 6v6 game mode designed to bring foundational upgrades to the core gameplay. According to Ubisoft's official website, Dual Front will enhance visuals, overhaul audio, upgrade rappelling, and introduce revamped player protection systems. Additionally, it offers free access, allowing players to experience Rainbow Six Siege's unique tactical action without cost.

This mode unfolds on a new map named District, where two teams of six Operators will simultaneously attack and defend sectors. This unique setup marks the first time R6 will feature both attacking and defending Operators concurrently, paving the way for new gadget combinations and strategic gameplay.

While Dual Front introduces new elements, the classic Siege mode remains intact, now referred to as "Core Siege" in the main menu. Core Siege includes modernized updates for maps like Clubhouse, Chalet, Border, Bank, and Kafe, featuring doubled texture resolution, optional 4K textures on PC, and enhanced destructible materials. Initially, five maps will receive these updates, with three more maps being modernized each future season.

Free Access Starting Season 2 of Year 10

After a decade, Rainbow Six Siege will become free-to-play, aligning with trends set by major competitors. Initially released in 2015 amidst a landscape dominated by paid multiplayer titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 and Battlefield Hardline, Siege's shift to free-to-play reflects the evolution of the live-service game model.

At the R6 Siege X Showcase event in Atlanta on March 13, Game Director Alexander Karpazis shared with PC Gamer that the team aims to introduce the game to a broader audience. "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," he explained. Karpazis emphasized 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 Unranked, Quick Play, and the new Dual Front modes. However, Ranked mode and the Siege Cup will remain exclusive to players 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 never considered developing Siege 2. Unlike competitors such as Overwatch 2 and Counter-Strike 2, R6 Siege has chosen to enhance its existing game rather than create a sequel.

Karpazis clarified, "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 stressed the focus on doing what's right for Siege and its players, noting that the development of Siege X began three years ago alongside regular seasonal updates. "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," Karpazis said.

He also highlighted the vital role of the community in the game's longevity, stating, "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, on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. For the latest updates on the game, be sure to check out our Rainbow Six Siege article below!