System Requirements Revealed for Major Rainbow Six Siege X Update

Rainbow Six Siege X System Requirements Announced

Ubisoft has officially released the updated system specifications for the upcoming major update of Rainbow Six Siege, titled Rainbow Six Siege X. The requirements have significantly increased compared to the original version, especially if you want to enjoy the game on ultra settings in 4K resolution at 120 frames per second.

Update Release and New Content

The Rainbow Six Siege X update is scheduled for release on June 10 and will be available free of charge. Alongside the update, a new season called Operation Daybreak will launch. Players can look forward to a variety of improvements, including a new game mode called Dual Front (6v6), enhanced character movement animations, revamped destruction systems, as well as redesigned user interface and sound design. Additionally, several of the older maps will receive visual upgrades and gameplay enhancements to enrich the overall experience.

System Requirements for Rainbow Six Siege X

Minimum Requirements (1080p, 60 fps)

CPU: AMD Ryzen 3 3100 or Intel Core i3-8100
GPU: NVIDIA GTX 1650 (4 GB), AMD RX 5500 XT (4 GB), or Intel Arc A380 (6 GB)
RAM: 8 GB
Storage: 65 GB on SSD
Operating System: Windows 10 or Windows 11

High Settings (1080p / 1440p / 2160p; 60 fps in Dual Front mode, 120 fps in main gameplay)

CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or Intel i5-10400; or Ryzen 7 3700X / i5-11600K
GPU: NVIDIA RTX 2060, RTX 3070, RTX 3080; or AMD RX 6600, RX 6700 XT, RX 6800 XT
RAM: 16 GB
Storage: 65 GB on SSD
Operating System: Windows 11

Ultra Settings (2160p, 120 fps)

CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 5600X or Intel i5-11600K
GPU: NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti Super or AMD RX 7900 XT
RAM: 16 GB
Storage: 110 GB on SSD
Operating System: Windows 11

Gameplay and Balance Changes in Operation Daybreak

The upcoming update will feature significant gameplay adjustments. For example, the operator Clash will be redesigned to allow her to deploy her shield and activate an electric shock remotely from it. Several existing operators will also receive balance tweaks, including Blackbeard, Jackal, Jäger, Thunderbird, and Sledge, ensuring a more competitive and fair gameplay experience.

Looking Ahead: Future Content and Updates

Ubisoft has confirmed that their commitment to Rainbow Six Siege will continue through 2025. Players can expect two more seasons with ongoing balance adjustments, new events, and quality-of-life improvements. The third season will introduce a new operator along with fresh weaponry, keeping the game engaging for long-term fans.

Related System Requirements for Other Games

Earlier, we reported on the system specs for Mafia: The Old Country, which requires at least an RTX 2070 graphics card and an Intel Core i7-9700K processor for medium settings, highlighting the increasing demands of modern titles.

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