With the launch of Rainbow Six Siege X, the game will essentially go free-to-play, with access to Dual Front, Unranked and Quick Play modes and the ability to "earn up to 26 operators through progression", Ubisoft says. The game's Ranked Mode and Siege Cup, as well as access to more operators, will then be part of the game's premium editions.

Ubisoft’s Rainbow Six Siege has been around for nearly 10 years, and now, its developer is setting up a “new era” with Siege X. The game is getting a tremendous visual overhaul and finally going free-to-play, Ubisoft confirmed at a press event last week.

Popular first-person tactical shooter Rainbow Six Siege turns ten this year. To mark the special occasion the developers, Ubisoft, are launching a new exciting game mode. The base game will also become free-to-play,