Rainbow Six Siege X Surprise-Launches Closed Beta

Ubisoft has taken the gaming community by surprise with the launch of the Rainbow Six Siege X closed beta, offering players an early glimpse into one of the most significant updates in the game’s history. However, access to the beta comes with a catch, requiring players to follow a specific process to secure their invite.

A New Era for Rainbow Six Siege

With Rainbow Six Siege approaching its 10th anniversary in December 2025, Ubisoft Montreal has been teasing a "major evolution" for months. On March 13, 2025, the studio officially unveiled Rainbow Six Siege X, a transformative update that introduces the highly anticipated 6v6 Dual Front mode.

The closed beta is now live on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, while the PS4, Xbox One, and Amazon Luna versions will receive the update later. However, last-generation consoles will not support Dual Front, which is being promoted as a permanent and evolving game mode. In this mode, teams battle to capture three enemy sectors while defending their own zones on a new map called District.

Owning Rainbow Six Siege is not a requirement for participating in the R6 Siege X closed beta.

How to Access the Rainbow Six Siege X Closed Beta

Ubisoft has opted for a Twitch Drop-based access system, requiring players to watch the official Rainbow Six Siege X showcase or any participating streamers' content on Twitch.

Step-by-Step Guide to Join the Beta (March 13 – 19, 2025):

1. Link your Twitch account to Ubisoft Connect.
2. Watch around 30 minutes of Rainbow Six Siege X content on Twitch.
3. Receive a Twitch notification confirming your beta access.
4. Redeem your invite from the Twitch Inventory page.
5. Check your email for the beta code and platform-specific instructions.

Key Details About the Beta

• 35 Operators available for testing.
• No need to own Rainbow Six Siege to participate.
• Ranked and Siege Cup modes will remain paywalled.
• Closed beta ends on March 19, 2025.
• Official launch date: June 10, 2025.

With Rainbow Six Siege X set to go free-to-play, the closed beta offers a perfect opportunity for both veterans and newcomers to explore the game’s evolution. Additionally, rumors suggest that Ubisoft may host an open beta later this spring, though no official confirmation has been provided.

Prepare your squad, link your accounts, and get ready to dominate the battlefield in Rainbow Six Siege X!