Rainbow Six Siege X Closed Beta: Release Date, How to Join, and What's New

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Rainbow Six Siege X Beta: Release Date

Rainbow Six Siege X Closed Beta finally opened in March 2025 - The beta became available on March 13, 2025, and will run until March 19, 2025.

The Rainbow Six Siege X closed beta was surprise-launched by Ubisoft, allowing players to experience the upcoming major update before its official release. To participate in the beta, players must watch approximately 30 minutes of Rainbow Six Siege content on Twitch, which will qualify them for a Twitch Drop containing the beta invite. The full version of Rainbow Six Siege X is scheduled for release on June 10, 2025.

Rainbow Six Siege X Beta: How to Join

The Rainbow Six Siege X Closed Beta is now live, offering players a chance to experience the latest updates before the game's official release. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to join:

Requirements and Platforms

Platforms: The beta is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (via Ubisoft Connect).
No Game Ownership Required: You don't need to own a copy of Rainbow Six Siege to participate in the beta.

Steps to Access the Closed Beta

Step 1: Link Your Twitch and Ubisoft Connect Accounts

Ensure your Twitch and Ubisoft accounts are linked. Visit Ubisoft's Drops Registration page to set this up if you haven't already.

Step 2: Watch Eligible Streams for 30 minutes on Twitch

Tune into the Rainbow Six Siege X Showcase on the official Rainbow 6 Twitch channel or watch a partnered content creator's stream with "Drops Enabled" in its description. (Watch for at least 30 minutes while the drops are active.)

Step 3: Claim Your Beta Drop

After meeting the viewing requirement, manually claim your beta drop from your Twitch inventory. You will receive an email with further instructions.

Step 4: Select Your Platform

Follow the link in the email to choose your preferred platform (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, or PC).

For PC, the beta will be added to your Ubisoft Connect Library.
For consoles, you'll receive a platform-specific beta key to redeem in the respective store.

Step 5: Download and Play

Once you've completed these steps, you can download and launch the beta. However, game servers will only be live after the Siege X Showcase concludes.

Note:

Beta Duration: The closed beta runs from March 13th to March 19th.
Twitch Drops Availability: Drops will continue to be available throughout the beta period on participating streams.

Rainbow Six Siege X Beta: What's New

Rainbow Six Siege X introduces several significant updates to the game, including core mechanic changes and new features. Some of the key additions include:

Advanced Rappelling and Player-Momentum Updates: These changes aim to enhance gameplay dynamics, providing more fluid and realistic movement options for players.
Modernized Maps: Five modernized maps are planned, with three being introduced in successive seasons. These maps will feature destructible elements like fire extinguishers, gas pipelines, and interactive metal detectors, offering new tactical possibilities.
Sound Overhaul: A major sound overhaul is set to improve spatial awareness by allowing players to pinpoint gunshots and audio cues more accurately.
Communication Wheel: A new communication wheel will help teams coordinate without relying on voice comms.
Dual Front Mode: This new 6v6 mode, available in the closed beta, involves capturing enemy sectors while defending your own on a map called District. However, it will not be available on last-generation consoles.