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Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege

Rainbow Six Siege is an accessible and deeply satisfying shooter that rewards planning and teamwork over a quick trigger finger.
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74%Game Brain Score
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88% User Score Based on 36 reviews
Critic Score 75%Based on 40 reviews

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Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege is a single player and multiplayer survival shooter game with a warfare theme. It was developed by Ubisoft Montreal and was released on December 1, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

This version includes: - Base Game - Year 1 Operators - Year 2 Operators - Year 3 Operators

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Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews
gameplay6 positive mentions
monetization3 negative mentions
  • Engaging multiplayer experience with a variety of maps and operators that encourages teamwork and strategic play.
  • Consistent updates and new content keep the game fresh and enjoyable over time.
  • Excellent sound design and visuals enhance the overall gameplay experience.
  • Lack of single-player content and limited matchmaking options can leave some players feeling unsatisfied.
  • Presence of microtransactions and a slow progression system can frustrate players looking for a complete experience.
  • Technical issues such as hit detection problems and netcode inconsistencies can detract from the gameplay.
  • gameplay
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in this title is highly praised for its tactical depth, requiring strategic thinking and teamwork, with each match offering a unique experience due to well-designed maps and diverse operators. Players appreciate the blend of realistic mechanics, destructible environments, and rewarding combat, although some mention issues with microtransactions and server stability. Overall, the core gameplay loop remains engaging and fresh, making it a standout in the multiplayer shooter genre.

    • “New maps, new guns, new operators, etc. Graphics are superb, gameplay is excellent, and each match you only get one life, so you have to make it count.”
    • “The gameplay is rich and there is plenty of depth to uncover for those players who are willing to stick it out despite lackluster progression and server issues.”
    • “The focus on destruction and the variety offered when it comes to maps, operators, and tactical choices means that the core shooter mechanics remain fresh in the long term and that gamers have the tools to create some spectacular combat moments.”
    • “Tactical gameplay requires brains, not reflexes; well-built maps offer a huge variety of ways to play, unlockable characters offer different roles, and the emphasis on teamwork stands out from most other shooters.”
    • “The way Siege approaches assaulting and defending a building is much more interesting than any shooter we've seen before, and we can say that it definitely nails the core gameplay.”
  • monetization
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism, with players expressing frustration over the presence of microtransactions in a full-priced title, especially given the limited content and lack of single-player modes. Many feel that these practices detract from the overall experience, leading to a perception that the developers are prioritizing profit over player satisfaction. While some enjoy the core gameplay, the monetization strategy has left a negative impression on the fan base.

    • “Microtransactions and limited custom options can muddy it up, but if you enjoy the core gameplay loop, there’s a lot to enjoy here for the multiplayer-minded player.”
    • “Finally a realistic team-based shooter, but it doesn't feel like a full-priced game and is marred by microtransactions.”
    • “If your game is light on content compared to previous entries in the series and you still put in microtransactions, you are going to annoy the fan base, and if they are anything like me, assume all you want to do is milk players of their cash.”
    • “There was a pretty big question mark about how stable Rainbow Six: Siege's online performance would be after a pretty disastrous open beta, and news of microtransactions in the final product also contributed to a general aura of bad feeling that's overshadowed its release.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are generally praised as superb and solid, enhancing the gameplay experience, though some users report common animation glitches and occasional crashes. While the visual performance is reliable, there is a noted lack of variety in game modes and maps, leaving players hopeful for future updates to improve the overall experience.

    • “New maps, new guns, new operators, etc. The graphics are superb, gameplay is excellent, and each match you only get one life, so you have to make it count.”
    • “The visuals are solid.”
    • “Despite some animation glitches, the graphical performance is reliable and impressive.”
    • “Animation glitches can be fairly common. Despite reliable graphical performance, crashes can occur.”
    • “Not a lot of variety in game modes or a wide range of maps to choose from.”
    • “The game's future will be decided by the quality of future updates.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the optimization of the game is a mixed bag; while it boasts strong performance, well-structured maps, and engaging gameplay variety, users report common animation glitches and occasional crashes. The limited variety in game modes and maps, along with concerns about online stability post-beta, raises questions about the game's long-term viability, especially in light of potential future updates.

    • “Strong performance and visual design. Well-structured maps. Various operators provide interesting variety to gameplay. Terrorist Hunt can be lots of fun. Differing objectives and the attack/defend aspects work very well, whether in co-op or competitive.”
    • “Animation glitches can be fairly common. Despite reliable graphical performance, crashes can occur. Not a lot of variety in game modes or a wide range of maps to choose from. The game's future will be decided by the quality of future updates. A proper single-player campaign would have definitely added to the value.”
    • “There was a pretty big question mark about how stable Rainbow Six: Siege's online performance would be after a pretty disastrous open beta, and news of microtransactions in the final product also contributed to a general aura of bad feeling that's overshadowed its release.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere in the game is characterized by a tense and focused multiplayer experience, enhanced by tactical environmental destruction. However, lone players may feel isolated, and inconsistent hit detection can detract from the overall immersion.

    • “The new tactical environmental destruction and tense atmosphere create a fierce and focused multiplayer experience.”
    • “The game immerses you in a hauntingly beautiful world that feels alive and filled with mystery.”
    • “Every sound and visual detail contributes to an atmosphere that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
    • “While lone players are left cold, the new tactical environmental destruction and tense atmosphere make for a fierce and focused multiplayer experience.”
    • “The game fails to create an immersive atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected from the world.”
    • “Despite some interesting visuals, the overall atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to engage players.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, while the game generally maintains reliable graphical performance, users report common animation glitches and occasional crashes. The limited variety in game modes and maps detracts from stability, and the game's future stability may hinge on the quality of upcoming updates. A proper single-player campaign could enhance the overall experience.

    • “Animation glitches can be fairly common. Despite reliable graphical performance, crashes can occur.”
    • “Not a lot of variety in game modes or a wide range of maps to choose from.”
    • “The game's future will be decided by the quality of future updates.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers excellent replayability, featuring great destruction mechanics and endless depth that encourage players to return for new experiences.

    • “Excellent replayability, great destruction, endless depth.”
    • “The game offers countless ways to approach each mission, making every playthrough feel fresh.”
    • “With multiple endings and diverse character choices, I find myself coming back for more.”
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Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege is a survival shooter game with warfare theme.

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Windows, Xbox Series X|S and others.

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege was released on December 1, 2015.

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege was developed by Ubisoft Montreal.

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its monetization.

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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