Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege News

[p][/p][p][/p][p]Find the updates and fixes made over the course of the Y10S4 Season Test Server. Check out the full Operation Tenfold Pursuit Patch Notes here.[/p][p] [/p][h2]INSTALL SIZE UPDATE:[/h2][p]In this update we're introducing several optimizations aimed at reducing the game’s overall install size. Players can expect savings of approximately 15-20 GB on consoles and up to 35 GB on PC.

[/p][h2]BUG FIXES[/h2][h3]GAMEPLAY[/h3][p]Fixed - Players can't spectate the closest ally upon being eliminated in Dual Front.[/p][p]Fixed - Maestro's Evil Eye can be placed in a hard to reach area in B1 Diving Room on the Kanal map.[/p][p]Fixed - Attackers can trigger Denari's T.R.I.P connector through walls.[/p][p]Fixed - AI Operators will attempt to melee gadgets through walls when the gadgets are placed on a door frame during Field Training.[/p][p]Fixed - AI Operators don't react to being pinged during Field Training.[/p][p]Fixed - Players are unable to pick up the defuser if it's dropped inside a barrel on the Oregon map.[/p][p]Fixed - Azami's Kiba Barriers can provide rooftop access via the hatch at 2F Logistic Office on the Clubhouse map.[/p][p]Fixed - Aruni's Surya Laser Gate detects players from a longer than intended range when deployed on breakable walls.[/p][p]Fixed - Aruni's Surya Laser Gate is able to deal friendly fire and damage to Aruni.[/p][p]Fixed - The PMR90A2 has lower damage drop‑off than other Designated Marksman Rifles.[/p][p]Fixed - The PMR90A2’s hipfire spread decreases when the Player is prone.[/p][p]Fixed - Swapping between weapons with the accelerated weapon swap causes a short delay in firing.[/p][h3][/h3][h3]LEVEL DESIGN[/h3][p]Fixed - Hatches are not pre-destroyed in Deathmatch in Modernized maps.[/p][p]Fixed - Multiple rappel hooks are missing or misplaces on the Clubhouse map.[/p][p]Fixed - Multiple rappel hooks are missing or misplaces on the Chalet map.[/p][p]Fixed - Multiple rappel hooks are missing or misplaces on the Border map.[/p][p][/p][h3]OPERATORS[/h3][p]Fixed - Clash can be headshot through her shield while sprinting on stairs.[/p][p]Fixed - Rauora can't redeploy a D.O.M. panel on a door after one has been destroyed.[/p][p]Fixed - Kapkan’s Entry Denial Device can be deployed facing the wrong way.[/p][p]Fixed - Dokkaebi can get stuck in the Observation Tool after hacking an opponent's phone.[/p][p]Fixed - Maestro's Evil Eye can be spotted through walls while active by the glow of the laser.[/p][p][/p][h3]USER EXPERIENCE[/h3][p]Fixed - Frost's Welcome Mat stays stuck on an Operator's leg after being revived by an ally.[/p][p]Fixed - Texture issue on light bulb affected by EMP at B Servers on the Consulate map.[/p][p]Fixed - Previously highlighted packs are accessed when quickly browsing the packs in the Locker.[/p][p]Fixed - Clearance Level Reward Modal incorrectly shows Operators as owned before unlocking.[/p][p]Fixed - Operator Guide videos will continue loading when accessed during gameplay.[/p][h3]
AUDIO[/h3][p]Fixed - Solis's SPEC-IO Electro Sensor sound effects can be heard at the beginning of a round. [/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Join the discussion on X, Instagram, Reddit, Discord, Facebook, WhatsApp and TikTok.[/p][p]Encountering a bug? Report your experience at R6Fix.[/p][p][/p]

[p][/p][p]We are pleased to announce that Steam Achievements are now available for Rainbow Six Siege![/p][p][/p][p]As a heads up, achievements will be retroactively earned for the accomplishments already completed in your game. For the sync to happen you need to launch the game once, and the previously unlocked Ubisoft Connect achievements will be automatically unlocked on Steam.[/p][p][/p][p]Good luck, Operators, and watch your six![/p]

[h2]Main season updates[/h2]
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• Thatcher remaster: Those fookin laser sights don't stand a chance with Thatcher's new gadget.
  
• Fortress rework: It’s no longer a maze. Fortress is now back in the Ranked following its rework
  
• A new gun: A new powerful DMR, the PMR90A2 is now available for Thatcher, Hibana, Nokk, and Capitao.
  

Discover all the new features that awaits you in in Operation Tenfold Pursuit.

[h2]Nearly 10 years![/h2]

The tenth anniversary is just around the corner. Relive iconic moments from the journey we’ve built together.
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[h2]More updates[/h2]
Operation Tenfold Pursuit goes beyond gadgets and reworks, it brings meaningful updates across the board. Player protection is being reinforced with smarter moderation tools and systems designed to ensure a fairer experience for everyone. Ranked matchmaking is getting a major upgrade, offering better balance and smoother competitive flow. Testing Grounds opens up early access to experimental features, letting you try and shape what’s next. And with Theme Park and Skyscraper being modernized, familiar battlegrounds feel fresh again.

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The BLAST R6 Munich Major is almost here! As the next global stop in the 2025 season, the world's best teams are heading to Munich, Germany, to battle for Six Invitational Points, prize money, and international glory.

Here is the information below on dates and times:

• Phase 1, Swiss Stage: November 8 to November 12 - behind closed doors
  
• Phase 2 & 3, Playoffs & Finals: November 14 to November 16 - open to the public at the BMW
  

Swiss November 8-11, 2025 // 12:45 local time (CET) / 08:45 BRT / 06:45 ESST / 20:45 JST-KST
Playoffs Day 1 November 11, 2025 // 12:45 local time (CET) / 08:45 BRT / 06:45 ESST / 20:45 JST-KST
Playoffs Day 2 November 14, 2025 // 10:30 local time (CET) / 06:30 BRT / 04:30 ESST / 18:30 JST-KST
Playoffs Day 3 November 15, 2025 // 14:00 local time (CET) / 10:00 BRT / 08:00 ESST / 22:00 JST-KST
Playoffs Day 4 November 16, 2025 // 16:15 local time (CET) / 12:15 BRT / 10:15 ESST / 00:15 JST-KST

[p][/p][p][/p][p]The R6 ShieldGuard team is here to highlight the progress made this season, with some news on what's to come.[/p][p][/p][h2]STATUS OVERVIEW[/h2][p]Competitive integrity is the foundation of Siege, and we've continued to listen to your concerns, and monitor your feedback. It's clear however, that cheating remains to be a core issue. We're committed to the betterment of Siege for all players, and although we have seen recent, minor improvements, it's important to note that this is part of a larger journey and vision.[/p][p]Firstly, we can confirm that we'll be doubling the cadence of R6 ShieldGuard updates in Season 4. Secondly, to help us develop the necessary improvements more quickly, we're working to share technology with partners across the industry. The R6 ShieldGuard team is also continuing to expand to accelerate future updates.[/p][p][/p][h2]PLAN OF ACTION[/h2][h3]MORE UPDATES IN SEASON 4[/h3][p]For multiple seasons now, we've been deploying R6 ShieldGuard updates with each patch and hotfix, but in Season 4 this will be changing. Starting next season, we'll be doubling how often these R6 ShieldGuard updates are pushed to the game, disrupting cheat makers more than ever before.[/p][h3]TARGETING HIGH PROFILE CHEATS[/h3][p]Our team has targeted high profile cheat makers, and we are seeing results with these efforts. After recent updates were made, R6 ShieldGuard perma banned 1500 cheaters using high profile cheats, with an additional 2000 cheaters being perma banned while using a single notorious cheat product.[/p][h3]DISABLING CHEATS FOR LONGER[/h3][p]This season, we've been working to increase the impact we're having on cheat makers, keeping them offline for longer, and we've started to have more success in this area. This has resulted in us keeping select cheats offline for up to 5-7 days, up from 1 or 2 days previously. Our target is to carry this momentum forward, while we work to address the cheats that are disrupting legitimate players.[/p][p][/p][h2]ADDRESSING ADDITIONAL CHEAT TYPES[/h2][h3]ELO TRAPPING[/h3][p]ELO trapping is the act of intentionally matchmaking against known opponents who deliberately throw games to secure unfair wins and boost another account's ranking. A ban wave targeting ELO trappers was completed in October, with over 4300 cheaters being perma banned (including 36% of the top 100 console players). We will continuously ban any accounts related to ELO trapping.[/p][h3]BOTTING[/h3][p]This season we've seen bots infiltrating our less competitive game modes, mainly Team Deathmatch. We've perma banned over 6000 bots this season, and any accounts with suspicious botting activity will continue to be perma banned.[/p][h3]ANTI-RECOIL DETECTION[/h3][p]We've talked about our anti-recoil detection efforts before, and we want to confirm that it continues to be developed as part of R6 ShieldGuard. This is a complex, machine learning system which needs to train using high volumes of data. The system is currently in its data gathering phase behind the scenes, with further development and testing stages to follow.[/p][p][/p][h2]PERMA-BAN NUMBERS - BATTLEYE + R6 SHIELDGUARD[/h2][p]Here are our updated perma ban figures covering the last 12 months, with new data for August, September and October. The total monthly perma bans issued has continued to increase from February, with ban waves being completed across multiple cheat types.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]HOW YOU CAN HELP[/h2][h3]ACTIVATE TWO FACTOR ATHENTICATION[/h3][p]Keeping your account secure helps keep the game fair for everyone. That's why we strongly recommend enabling Two-Factor Authentication (2FA), especially using a mobile authenticator app if possible. By turning on 2FA, you're not just protecting your progress, you're helping us to fight cheating and keep the community safe. For more information on 2FA, check our self-help article.[/p][p]REPORTING[/p][p]In-game reporting continues to be the best way to get your reports to us, helping us to identify potential cheaters and take action.[/p][p]Your in-game reports help by:[/p]

• [p]Feeding our automated systems while combining with additional information.[/p]
• [p]Aiding the manual review process allowing cross reference for specific actions.[/p]
• [p]Providing an understanding of player perception on the current state of cheating at a global scale.[/p]

[p][/p][h2]FINAL NOTE[/h2][p]Protecting players is our number one priority. We've seen minor but noticeable improvements over recent weeks with our updates to R6 ShieldGuard, and we're working to continue on this trajectory. We'll have more to share in the Season 4 reveal panel, with changes that will aim to strengthen our protections and the day-to-day experience for everyone.[/p][p]Competitive integrity is the foundation of Siege, and we will keep fighting with every patch and update to protect it.[/p][p][/p][h2]YEAR 10 SEASON 4 - REVEAL PANEL[/h2][p]A new season of Siege is almost here! Mark your calendars for SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16TH, 9AM PT | 12PM ET | 6PM CET.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]Join the discussion on X, Instagram, Reddit, Discord, Facebook, and TikTok.[/p][p]Encountering a bug? Report your experience at R6Fix.[/p]