Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege: Tactical Team Shooter

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege is a team-based tactical shooter built around planning, communication and adapting to opponents. On Steam, players can take part in 5v5 attack-versus-defence rounds or try the 6v6 Dual Front mode. The game is listed as free to play, with selected modes and a selection of operators available without payment.

Plan each round around your team

Attackers and defenders use different approaches, tools and operator abilities. Defenders can reinforce walls, set barricades and place traps, while attackers use observation drones to gather information and find ways through enemy defences. Destructible environments let teams open new routes and lines of sight, so map knowledge and coordination matter as much as direct combat.

• Quick Match and Unranked: play 5v5 rounds using the available selection of operators.
• Dual Front: join 6v6 battles to capture enemy sectors while defending your own. Players can change operators after respawning and take on assignments in a neutral sector.
• Progressive onboarding: a clearance-level path introduces the basics and helps new players build skills before moving into more tactical matches.

What is included for free?

Free access covers Quick Match, Unranked and Dual Front, with a selection of operators. Ranked playlists, Siege Cup, additional operators and cosmetic items require payment to unlock. Paid editions offer access to further content; the specific inclusions depend on the edition shown on Steam.

The game suits players who enjoy competitive team play, learning map layouts and coordinating tactics. Its round-based attack-and-defence format rewards careful decisions, while Dual Front offers a larger-scale alternative. The store lists an age rating of 17.

Download and install through Steam

1. Select Download on this page to open the game's Steam store page.
2. Check that the listing is for Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege and that the developer is Ubisoft.
3. Choose the install option on Steam and follow the store's instructions.