Rainbow Six Tactics: Siege Meets XCOM
Ubisoft's new Rainbow Six Tactics brings turn-based strategy to the Siege universe with 15 operators and destructible environments.
The update
During Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, Ubisoft announced Rainbow Six Tactics, a turn-based tactical spin-off set in the Rainbow Six Siege universe. The game will feature 15 operators from the main game, including fan favorites like Doc and Ash, and is being developed by Ubisoft Paris.
Why it matters
This spin-off bridges the gap between Rainbow Six Siege’s fast-paced multiplayer and XCOM’s strategic turn-based gameplay, potentially attracting solo players who find the main game’s skill ceiling too high. The game maintains Siege’s signature destructible environments while introducing tactical planning elements, offering a fresh take on the franchise.
What to watch
Watch for how Ubisoft balances the complexity of Siege’s operators with turn-based mechanics, whether the game will attract new players to the Rainbow Six universe, and how this spin-off might influence the future of the main Siege game. The game is set to launch in 2027 for PC, Xbox, and PS5 at $50, with no microtransactions.
Sources
- kotaku.com — game details, operators, release date and pricing
- gamespot.com — gameplay comparison to XCOM: Chimera Squad