For tactical FPS fans, the excitement is palpable as Rainbow Six Siege X closed beta is officially underway. This exclusive beta phase started on March 13, 2025, and will continue through March 19, 2025. Interested players can acquire participation codes to join in on the action.
In this article, we will explore essential details regarding the Rainbow Six Siege X closed beta, including key times and what players can anticipate from this thrilling experience.
Release Dates and Times for the Rainbow Six Siege X Closed Beta
According to an official Ubisoft blog post, the closed beta kicked off at 12 PM (PT) on March 13, 2025 and will conclude at 12 PM (PT) on March 19, 2025, available for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC via Ubisoft Connect.
Here’s a breakdown of closed beta timings across various regions:
| Time Zone/Region | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Pacific Time | 12 PM on March 13, 2025 |
| Mountain Time | 1 PM on March 13, 2025 |
| Central Time | 2 PM on March 13, 2025 |
| Eastern Time | 3 PM on March 13, 2025 |
| Brazil BR | 4 PM on March 13, 2025 |
| United Kingdom GMT | 7 PM on March 13, 2025 |
| Central European Time | 8 PM on March 13, 2025 |
| India | 12:30 AM on March 14, 2025 |
| China | 3 AM on March 14, 2025 |
| Japan | 4 AM on March 14, 2025 |
| Sydney, Australia | 6 AM on March 14, 2025 |
To join the closed beta, be sure to watch the R6 Siege X Showcase on March 13, either on the official Rainbow Six Twitch channel or through streams hosted by various content creators. Active viewers will qualify for a closed beta Twitch drop.
Features and Enhancements in the Closed Beta
The Rainbow Six Siege X closed beta promises a transformative experience, revamping classic Siege maps with upgraded visuals, featuring improved lighting, enhanced shadows, and high-resolution 4K textures. Players can anticipate five beloved maps—Clubhouse, Chalet, Border, Bank, and Kafe—to undergo significant visual enhancements, with three additional maps set to receive makeovers in each subsequent season.
New destructible elements, including fire extinguishers, gas pipes, and metal detectors, will empower players to employ innovative strategies to outsmart their adversaries.
Audio elements have also seen substantial improvements, with upgraded sound propagation and reverberation that allow players to detect enemy movements more accurately through nuanced audio cues. This update aims to further deepen tactical engagement and create a captivating gaming experience.