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Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege is #17 on Steam with a 24h peak of 69,791; 64,451 playing when sampled at 18:11 UTC. Latest official patch in our feed: PATCH NOTES: Y11S3 MID-SEASON UPDATE (Oct 15, 2026). As of Oct 23, 2026.

Latest official update

· Steam · Official

DESIGNER'S NOTES: Y11S3 MID-SEASON UPDATE

DESIGNER'S NOTES: Y11S3 MID-SEASON UPDATEIn this latest edition of Designer’s Notes, we'll take a deeper dive into the balancing changes introduced in the Y11S3 Mid-Season Update. WIN DELTA VS. PRESENCE AND TOP OPERATOR BANS WIN DELTA VS. PRESENCE WIN DELTA VS. PRESENCE TOP…

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Data from Steam · Last updated Oct 23, 2026 · Refreshed daily

Steam rank
#17
24h peak
70K
Steam weekly chart change
−1 place

Weekly change is vs last week on Steam's chart. History below compares exact dates in our recorded snapshots.

Latest updates & patch notes

16 English-language official updates in the last 90 days.

  1. Event Steam · Official

    DESIGNER'S NOTES: Y11S3 MID-SEASON UPDATE

    DESIGNER'S NOTES: Y11S3 MID-SEASON UPDATEIn this latest edition of Designer’s Notes, we'll take a deeper dive into the balancing changes introduced in the Y11S3 Mid-Season Update. WIN DELTA VS. PRESENCE AND TOP OPERATOR BANS WIN DELTA VS. PRESENCE WIN DELTA VS. PRESENCE TOP…

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  3. Patch Steam · Official

    PATCH NOTES: Y11S3 MID-SEASON UPDATE

    See the upcoming changes to Rainbow Six Siege with the release of Y11S3.2. Y11S3.2 BALANCING PATCHRELEASE FOLLOW-UPNOORHORUS LANCE LAUNCHERDrilling time reduced on Ballistic Shields, soft surfaces, and solid surfaces (non-destructible surfaces) to 1.5s (from 2s). Guard break…

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  4. News Steam · Official

    Doktor's Curse Is Back: Hide, Hunt, and Survive

    DOKTOR'S CURSE RETURNS Doktor's Curse is back from October 15 to November 2, bringing one of Rainbow Six Siege's most beloved limited-time events back to the spotlight. Step into Doktor's twisted laboratory and choose your side in the iconic Hide & Seek game mode. Hunt down your…

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  5. News Steam · Official

    A New Kind of Competition Arrives in Siege

    Wasteland Circuit Is Here The race is on. For the first time in Rainbow Six Siege, drones take center stage in a brand-new limited-time event. Race through custom-built tracks filled with obstacles, shortcuts, and high-speed challenges in Wasteland Circuit. Watch the trailer and…

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  6. Patch Steam · Official

    Y11S3.1 PATCH NOTES

    See everything included in the Y11S3.1 update. REFINEMENT CHANGESThese are small adjustments that don’t aim to alter an Operator’s overall power level or flexibility. Instead, they focus on polishing gameplay details, improving consistency, and enhancing quality-of-life without…

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  7. Event Steam · Official

    Save up to 90% on games during the Ubisoft 40th Publisher Sale!

    Until October 1, join us in celebrating 40 years of gaming! Save up to 90% on top games and DLC, including Rainbow Six Siege and more.

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  8. News Steam · Official

    3v3 Arcade Is Here. Squad Up and Jump In

    A Fresh Way to Play Siege Available from September 8 to September 21, the new 3v3 Arcade limited-time mode introduces a faster and more accessible way to experience Rainbow Six Siege. Built around smaller teams and shorter matches, 3v3 Arcade delivers quick action while…

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  9. News Steam · Official

    R6S Community Checkpoint - Gamescom Day 4

    Join us for a replay of the Rainbow Six Siege Community Checkpoint. Recorded LIVE on Day 4 of Gamescom 2026.

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  10. Patch Steam · Official

    Y11S3 PATCH NOTES ADDENDUM

    You can find here the updates and fixes made over the course of the Y11S3 Season Test Server. BUG FIXESGAMEPLAYFixed – AI training bots will try to break Azami's Kiba Barriers instead of navigating around them. Fixed – AI training bots do not spawn in the Yacht map of the Clear…

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  11. News Steam · Official

    Noor Arrives in Operation Split Fire

    Operation Split Fire Is Live Year 11 Season 3 has arrived. Step into Operation Split Fire and experience new tactical opportunities with Noor, Rainbow Six Siege's first Egyptian Defender. Armed with the Horus Lance Launcher, Noor can pressure attackers through walls, floors…

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  12. News Steam · Official

    Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Tactics Is Revealed

    TACTICAL. TURN-BASED. RAINBOW SIX. Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Tactics is a single-player, turn-based tactical game set in the iconic Rainbow Six universe. Step into the role of commander, rebuild the unit, and deploy elite operators across dangerous missions worldwide to stop a…

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  13. News Steam · Official

    Don't miss Rainbow Six Siege Live at Gamescom!

    Rainbow Six Siege takes center stage at Gamescom 2026. Join us for a dedicated afternoon packed with developer insights, community activities, and special guests live from the Ubisoft Community Lounge. Saturday, August 29th • from 4:00 PM CEST to 7:00 PM CEST Rainbow 6 Siege x…

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Last 14 days on Steam

Tracked since Aug 13, 2026 · best observed rank #7 (Sep 8, 2026) · 66 recorded days.

As of . 27 of the last 30 days recorded.

Rank changes compare with our own dated snapshots: the 7-day figure is vs our snapshot 7 days ago. Steam’s weekly chart comparison uses a separate source.

Rank vs yesterday
No comparable sample
Rank vs 7 days ago
No comparable sample
Rank vs 30 days ago
Down 2 places
30-day best peak
103,271
30-day average peak
81,430
24-hour player peaks · min 69,453 · max 94,297 players · gaps are not interpolated
Last 14 calendar days · rank and 24-hour concurrent player peak
Date (UTC)Rank24h peak
#1769,791
No snapshot
#1770,295
#1576,073
#1494,297
#1591,213
#1581,130
No snapshot
#1869,453
No snapshot
#1683,168
#1693,174
#1787,203
#1878,309

27 peak samples in the 30-day average. Missing, excluded and unobserved days are not counted; chart absence does not prove zero players.

In the news (1)

Third-party reporting, separate from official developer announcements.

  1. PCGamesN

    Rainbow Six Siege Season 3 adds drone racing, and an operator "to break the shield meta wide open"

    The Rainbow Six Siege Year 11, Season 3 update is Operation Split Fire, and it adds Egyptian defense operator Noor to the competitive FPS. Read the full story on PCGamesN: Rainbow Six Siege Season 3 adds drone racing, and an operator "to break the shield meta wide open"

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Game overview

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege is an elite, tactical team-based shooter where superior planning and execution triumph.

Steam rank
#17 ▼
Peak (24h)
70K
Genre
Action, Free To Play
Developer
Ubisoft Montreal
Released
Dec 1, 2015
Price
Free to Play
Recommendations
1.26M

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About Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege is the undisputed reference in tactical team shooters, where elite strategy and execution triumph. Enjoy free access to Quick Match and Unranked game modes with a selection of operators. Certain features like Ranked playlists, Siege Cup, additional operators, and cosmetics require payment to unlock. HIGH STAKES 5v5 ATTACK VS. DEFENSE Alternate between attack and defense, adapting your approach to each operator and map. Feel the thrill and intensity of the action as you leverage next-level destruction and gadgetry to outsmart and outplay your opponents in every round. On defense, transform your surroundings into…

Game details

System requirements (minimum)
Minimum: OS: Windows 10, Windows 11 (64-bit versions) Processor: AMD Ryzen 3 3100 / Intel i3-8100 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GTX 1650 4GB / AMD RX 5500XT 4GB / Intel ARC A380 6GB DirectX: Version 12 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 65 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX® 9.0c compatible sound card with latest drivers Additional Notes: For an up-to-date list of supported chipsets, please visit the FAQ for this game on our support…
Languages
English * , French * , Italian * , German * , Spanish - Spain * , Czech, Dutch, Japanese * , Korean, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil * , Russian * , Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Turkish, Thai * languages with…
Controller
Full controller support
DLC
4 available on Steam
Official site
rainbow6.ubi.com/

Frequently asked questions

Is Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege free to play?
Yes — Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege is free to play on Steam.
What is the latest Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege update?
The most recent official update in our feed is "DESIGNER'S NOTES: Y11S3 MID-SEASON UPDATE" (Oct 15, 2026), categorized as Event. DESIGNER'S NOTES: Y11S3 MID-SEASON UPDATEIn this latest edition of Designer’s Notes, we'll take a deeper dive into the balancing changes introduced in the Y11S3 Mid-Season Update. WIN DELTA VS. PRESENCE AND TOP OPERATOR BANS WIN DELTA VS. PRESENCE WIN DELTA VS. PRESENCE TOP…
How many people play Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege?
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege is #17 on Steam with a 24h peak of 69,791; 64,451 playing when sampled at 18:11 UTC. Latest official patch in our feed: PATCH NOTES: Y11S3 MID-SEASON UPDATE (Oct 15, 2026). As of Oct 23, 2026.
When was Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege released?
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege was released on Dec 1, 2015 by Ubisoft Montreal.
What kind of game is Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege?
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege is a Action, Free To Play game, featuring single-player, multi-player, pvp.

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