Today, June 10, 2025, Ubisoft officially released the long-awaited major update, Siege X, marking the beginning of a new era for Rainbow Six Siege. This update marks the start of the second season of Year 10 (Y10S2) and brings significant changes — from free access to the main modes to a brand new Dual Front mode, updated maps, and a massive rebalancing of operators.

Players can now immerse themselves in the updated world of Siege, where improved graphics, sound, and gameplay mechanics create a unique experience for both veterans and newcomers. Of particular note is the free Dual Front mode (6v6), which promises to diversify tactical possibilities and become a new battleground for e-sports competitions.

What has changed in the game?

• Free-to-play: The main modes of Siege are now available for free, which significantly expands the audience. Owners of the full version receive exclusive rewards — Veteran Rewards. More details about f2p can be found in our article.                           
• New Dual Front mode: A 6v6 tactical mode with respawn mechanics and new objectives.
• Updated maps: Chalet, Bank, and others have been redesigned with new interactive elements.
• Gameplay changes: New gadget mechanics, improved sound with two quality modes, and modified sprinting during repelling.

A detailed breakdown of all the changes and the new system can be found in our special article.

Operator rebalancing and cosmetics

Siege X also introduced important balance changes: Clash received a new shield mechanic that changes the style of play, while Jackal, Thunderbird, and other operators have had their abilities reworked.

• All the nuances and details of the gameplay rebalance are available in this article 
• And more about Clash in this news item. 

Cosmetic updates have not been left out either — there is the Bravo Y10 pack, filled with forgotten or unavailable cosmetic items from the first to sixth years of Siege.

• An overview of all the skins in the pack can be found in our special article.

Quick post-release fixes

Ubisoft is responding quickly to player feedback by releasing an addendum to the Y10S2 patch with bug fixes and optimizations. The current season was tested on closed servers, where Ubisoft gathered community feedback before releasing fixes for accumulated issues.

• Details of these updates are in our news link.

Release and Technical Details

Siege X and Operation Daybreak officially launch today, June 10, 2025, following maintenance that will begin at 4:00 PM CEST. This update was announced back in February 2025 in Boston during the Six Invitational 2025 and fully revealed in March 2025. In May 2025, fans had the opportunity to see 20 professional teams playing Siege X in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The Test Server opened on May 20, 2025, and after three weeks of testing, the update is expected to go live.

Maintenance will take about 90 minutes, which is twice as long as usual due to the scale of the patch. The patch size varies depending on the platform: the largest is 91.53 GB for Ubisoft Connect with Ultra HD Textures, and the smallest is 32.3 GB for Steam. Here is the full list:

• Ubisoft Connect: 51.9 GB (with Ultra HD Textures: 91.53 GB)
• Steam: 32.3 GB (with Ultra HD Textures: 39.1 GB)
• Xbox One: 37.6 GB
• Xbox Series X|S: 57.6 GB
• PlayStation 4: 48.63 GB
• PlayStation 5: 41.37 GB

PC and Console Requirements

For optimal gameplay, Siege X recommends the following specifications:

• Minimum: Resolution 1080p, 60 FPS, CPU AMD Ryzen3 3100 or Intel i3 8100, GPU NVIDIA GTX 1650 4GB or AMD RX 5500XT 4GB, 8GB RAM, Windows 10/11, DirectX 12, 65 GB SSD.
• Recommended (High): Resolution 1080p/1440p/2160p, 120 FPS (Core Siege)/60 FPS (Dual Front), CPU AMD Ryzen5 3600 or Intel i5 10400, GPU NVIDIA RTX 2060 6GB or AMD RX 6600 8GB, 16 GB RAM, Windows 11, DirectX 12, 65 GB SSD.
• Recommended (Ultra): Resolution 2160p, 120 FPS, CPU AMD Ryzen5 5600X or Intel i5-11600K, GPU NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti Super 16GB or AMD RTX 7900 XT 20GB, 16GB RAM, Windows 11, DirectX 12, 110 GB SSD.
• For consoles: PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X offer 120 FPS for Core Siege and 60 FPS for Dual Front, while PlayStation 4 and Xbox One do not support Dual Front.

Future Plans

Ubisoft has already announced many changes in the Year 10 Roadmap, including upcoming updated maps, a new operator, and many other updates. Starting today, players will be able to receive Twitch Drops and TikTok Drops. On June 17, 2025, the Paragon Skin for MPX Valkyrie will be released, transforming the weapon into a sword. This is just the beginning, and Ubisoft has a lot of exciting things planned for the coming months.

The release of Siege X is a significant event for the entire Rainbow Six Siege community. It's not just an update, but a true rebranding that will make the game more accessible, exciting, and dynamic. We highly recommend trying out the new Dual Front mode, exploring the updated maps, and evaluating the fresh operator balance. For more information about Ubisoft and Rainbow Six Siege X, follow us on Siege.gg, the best website for coverage of Rainbow Six Siege and other major FPS games.