Rainbow Six Siege X Won't Be a New Game, But Will Have Major Updates

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 17th, 2025, precedes the game's 10th anniversary.

March 2025 Showcase:

A dedicated showcase is planned for March 13th, 2025, at 10:00 am PDT / 1:00 pm EDT in Atlanta, Georgia. This event promises a deep dive into the extensive gameplay improvements and refinements included in Siege X. Limited in-person tickets ($10 USD) are available, including an exclusive shirt and in-game cosmetic pack, but attendees must meet specific eligibility criteria:

• Legal resident of the USA or Canada
• At least 18 years old
• Possession of a valid (unbanned) Rainbow Six Siege account

A VIP package giveaway, including hotel, flights, and event access, is also being offered to two lucky fans residing in the USA or Canada.

What to Expect:

Siege X boasts "new ways to play, deepened tactical gameplay, refined game feel, and major upgrades." Specific details will be revealed during the March showcase.

10th Anniversary & Season 1:

Released December 1st, 2015, Rainbow Six Siege celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Season 1, titled "Operation Prep Phase," launching March 4th, 2025, introduces:

• A new operator, Aurora, with deployable bulletproof doors.
• A new elite skin for Aruni.
• A revamped reputation system.

The major Siege X upgrades are expected to be implemented on live servers at a later date.