Rainbow 6 Siege Esports News

Ace, full name Håvard Haugland, is an Attacking Operator in Rainbow Six Siege. He joined the game in Operation Steel Wave alongside Melusi. Born in a quiet Norwegian village, Ace stood out early. He aimed to become a pediatric surgeon but soon realized theory-heavy academics didn’t suit him. He switched to paramedic training, where practical skills took priority. His army service started in the Norwegian Home Guard. He later joined the Forsvarets Spesialkommando and gained recognition in a major hostagemore

Timur “Glaz” Glazkov is the lone sniper on the attacking roster. Born in the Pacific port of Vladivostok, he balanced art classes with a growing interest in military life. The 2004 Beslan tragedy motivated him to enter the Cadet Corps and later the Khabarovsk Command Academy, where he earned a reputation for flawless marksmanship. Cross-border drills with Chinese forces honed his Mandarin and widened his cultural view. These strands—artistic insight, language skill, and rifle accuracy—shape the patient playstyle he bringsmore

Azami is a defending Operator in Rainbow Six Siege. Her real name is Kana Fujiwara. She was introduced in the Demon Veil expansion. Born in Kyoto, she mixes traditional values with modern combat skills. Azami is calm, focused, and efficient. She uses her unique gadget, the Kiba Barrier, to reshape the battlefield. Her background in martial arts and police work makes her a reliable defender. Azami's Backstory Fujiwara grew up under strict rules in her home. To express herself, shemore

Predecessor, a next-generation team-based strategy MOBA game developed by Omeda Studios, has announced their new championship circuit. The announcement follows the success of the recent Summer Showdown Creator Tournament back in April of this year. Titled the Predecessor Championship Circuit, it is set to seize the momentary momentum garnered and – hopefully transform what has been up until now grassroots and community passion - into a fully-fledged competitive esports circuit. What is Predecessor? Predecessor is a visionary reimagining of themore

American Honda Motor Co., Inc has officially ended its partnership with esports organization Team Liquid following a controversial social media post by one of the team's Rainbow Six Siege players. The huge sponsorship termination comes after Lucas "DiasLucasBr" Dias shared an inappropriate GIF related to atomic bombing on his social media account, causing widespread backlash in the esports community and beyond. The incident after CAG Osaka x Team Liquid On May 13, 2025, following Team Liquid's loss to Japanese teammore

Craig "Blackbeard" Jenson is an Attacking Operator in Rainbow Six Siege. He was introduced in the Operation Dust Line expansion alongside Valkyrie. Later, he was fully remastered in Operation Collision Point. Biography Blackbeard was raised in an upper middle-class American family with no military background. His family followed careers in medical sciences, but he chose a different path. At a young age, he decided to become a Navy SEAL. His father, a kinesiology professor, helped guide his early ambitions. Blackbeardmore

Ahead of the RE:L0:AD Grand Final, Ubisoft has officially unveiled the Year 10 Roadmap for Rainbow Six Siege. With sweeping updates arriving throughout the year, players are set to experience one of the most transformative chapters in the game’s decade-long history. From long-requested operator reworks to modernized maps and new tools to aid learning, here's everything you need to know about the changes coming in Rainbow Six Siege X and Operation Daybreak. Clash Rework Headlines Operation Daybreak Clash, the game’smore

The Brazilian powerhouse FURIA Esports made history today by claiming the inaugural RE:L0:AD 2025 championship with a commanding 3-0 victory over Japan's CAG Osaka. This landmark match not only crowned FURIA as the first champions of the 2025-2026 competitive season but also marked the competitive debut of Rainbow Six Siege X, offering fans and players their first glimpse of professional play in Ubisoft's reimagined tactical shooter before its global launch on June 10. The Road to the Grand Final FURIA'smore

The group stage of Rainbow Six Siege X: RE:L0:AD 2025 has finally concluded and has proven to be a thrilling debut for the newly introduced Siege X competitive format. With high-stakes tactical plays, intense 1v1 clutch moments, and creative card strategy integrations, the first chapter of this bold new era in Rainbow Six Siege esports has set the tone for the upcoming competition. Starting tomorrow, 8 out of the 20 partnered organizations that survived the brutal gauntlet will take onmore

Rainbow Six Siege has established itself as one of the most competitive tactical shooters in the gaming world, with millions of players engaging in its intense, strategy-focused gameplay. With such a large player base, Ubisoft has created a comprehensive set of rules to maintain fair play and a positive gaming environment. Among the various disciplinary actions players might face, a "TOS breach" stands out as one of the most common yet misunderstood reasons for penalties. What is a TOS Breachmore

Rainbow Six Siege player count has experienced a rollercoaster journey since its release in December 2015. Despite approaching its tenth anniversary, one of the most tactical first-person shooter to ever be developed continues to maintain a very relevant presence in the competitive gaming landscape. Our analysis aim to explore the current player statistics, historical trends, factors influencing its popularity, and what the future holds for this Ubisoft title. Rainbow Six Siege Player Count in 2025 As of May 2025, Rainbowmore

The Esports World Cup Foundation announced today the launch of Road to EWC, a global campaign centered on the player and Club journeys. “The global initiative will spotlight the diverse paths players take to qualify for the EWC, celebrating the passion, rivalries, and competitive spirit that connect global audiences to the world’s largest esports event.” Building Up to the Esports World Cup Set to run from May until August, Road to EWC will be more, well, a road through. With the Esports World Cup 2025 kicking off on July 7th and running until August 28th, the campaign will document themore

Fenrir is the mind‑game specialist added with Operation Dread Factor on 30 May 2023. His F‑NATT Dread Mine limits vision and hearing, forcing attackers to hesitate. This guide explains his story, loadout, gadget logic, best tactics, and the smartest counters. Use it to turn every hold into a controlled scare zone. Learn how to master Fenrir in Rainbow Six Siege - explore his profile, counters, and the best ways to use his F-NATT Dread Mine. Biography and Lore Early life Emil Svensson grew up in Uppsala,more

James Porter—known to teammates as Smoke—is a medium‑speed, medium‑armor defender who locks down sites with lethal Compound Z8 Remote Gas Grenades. This guide explains his history, gadget mechanics, loadouts, synergies, counters, and match‑winning tactics for Smoke in Rainbow Six Siege. Quick Facts Smoke anchors objectives with three remotely detonated gas canisters that stick to surfaces and release a damaging, sight‑blocking cloud. He chooses between the FMG‑9 submachine gun and the M590A1 shotgun, pairs them with either an SMG‑11 machine pistol or amore

The BLAST Rainbow Six Siege 2025 Season is coming hot in its ambition to redefine the competitive landscape, introducing a streamlined schedule, innovative formats, and a clear path to Major events. With Ubisoft and BLAST working together to create a more dynamic and sustainable ecosystem, this season promises to be the most exciting yet for players, teams, and fans alike. Here’s a detailed look at everything you need to know about the Rainbow Six Siege 2025 Season, from the newmore

The Esports World Cup Foundation has announced the creation of a new initiative which will see music play a larger role at the upcoming Esports World Cup 2025 (EWC). The 'Music of EWC' program will feature original tracks from some of the most legendary studios and producers on the globe, as well as an open competition with amazing opportunities. Music of EWC: On the shoulders of giants The new initiative will be spearheaded by some of the leading figures inmore

Vigil is a popular defending operator introduced in Rainbow Six Siege during the Operation White Noise expansion. Known for his stealth and ability to evade detection, Vigil plays a crucial role in keeping attackers guessing. Master Vigil in Rainbow Six Siege with this in-depth guide. Learn his loadout, strategies, counters, and tips to maximize his abilities. Vigil’s Biography and Background Chul Kyung Hwa, known as Vigil, has a tragic past. Born in North Korea, he escaped with his family atmore

In a move that has sparked debate across the competitive Rainbow Six Siege scene, Elevate have officially announced their participation in the Asia Pacific League 2025 with an entirely Brazilian roster. The decision marks a significant shift in the team’s identity, as they move away from regional talent to field one of the most experienced lineups in the APAC circuit. Elevate’s new project draws from Brazil’s rich talent pool, headlined by Six Invitational 2021 champion Gustavo "Psycho" Rigal and seasonedmore

Lion in Rainbow Six Siege is a mobile command post. His EE‑ONE‑D drone locks roamers in place and feeds the team real‑time intel. If you need a flexible attacker who forces defenders to pick between staying still or giving away their position, Lion is your operator of choice. Who is Lion? Early life and army service Olivier “Lion” Flament grew up in a strict French household. A rebellious streak led to hard partying, an unplanned pregnancy, and estrangement from his family. Homeless at 18, hemore

The Esports World Cup Foundation has officially unveiled the complete schedule for the highly anticipated Esports World Cup 2025. The tournament is set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from July 7 to August 24, 2025. This year's event promises to be the largest esports tournament yet, featuring a record-breaking $70 million prize pool, 25 tournaments across 24 games, and more than 2,000 players from over 200 clubs competing on the world stage. Tournament Schedule The seven-week competition hasmore