Ubisoft Launches Operation High Stakes & Patch Y10S3 in Rainbow Six Siege X

Operation High Stakes is now live across all platforms in Rainbow Six Siege X. The new season introduces the battle pass, a brand-new operator, Denari, the latest wave of Esports Legacy Sets, and a wide range of gameplay and system improvements.

📥 Update Size by Platform

• Ubisoft Connect – 7.07 GB
• Steam – 6.20 GB
• Xbox One – 4.90 GB
• Xbox Series X – 7.08 GB
• PlayStation 4 – 5.82 GB
• PlayStation 5 – 6.77 GB

🆕 New Operator: Denari

The highlight of the season is Denari, a Swiss defender equipped with the T.R.I.P. Connector gadget.

• Deploys a laser grid that slows and damages enemies.
• Designed for area control and versatile defense strategies.

🏆 Esports Legacy Sets

The second wave of Legacy Sets has arrived, featuring:

• Deimos – themed after BLAST R6 Major Manchester 2024
• Kaid – inspired by Six Invitational 2025
• Bundle price: 1680 R6 Credits (or 1512 with a Battle Pass discount)
• Includes a unique drone skin

🔒 Security & Anti-Cheat

Ubisoft continues its push against toxicity and cheating with:

• Upgraded R6 ShieldGuard system – now more accurate and less intrusive.
• Automatic voice chat moderation – warns and mutes players for toxic behavior.

⚖️ Balance Changes & Operator Rotation

Several significant adjustments have been made:

• Blackbeard – reduced mobility and weaker shield.
• Shield operators – now more vulnerable while using grenades.

Operator Rotation:

• Removed: Thermite, Montagne, IQ, Amaru, Kali, Grim, Doc, Azami
• Added: Ace, Rauora, Tachanka, Clash, Oryx, Solis, Denari

💰 Economy & Progression Updates

• Reduced operator prices:Grim – 10,000 Renown/ 240 R6 Credits
• Ram – 15,000 Renown/ 360 R6 Credits
• Skopós – 20,000 Renown/ 480 R6 Credits
• New progression rewards at levels 70, 90, and 100
• Unique Badges added

🗺️ Other Key Changes

• Maps upgraded: Nighthaven, Consulate, Lair
• Match Replay system improved
• Siege Cup rewards expanded, with pre-match opponent stat analysis
• Numerous bug fixes, including issues with Azami, Solis, and Denari’s gadgets

📅 Season Timeline

Operation High Stakes is available now on PC and consoles, running until December 2, 2025.

🎯 Final Take

With a new operator, esports additions, improved anti-cheat, balance updates, and map upgrades, Operation High Stakes is one of the most impactful patches Rainbow Six Siege X has seen in recent years—reshaping the game for both casual players and the competitive scene.