Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege

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  1. gamerINchief
    Dec 3, 2015
    7
    For all that Rainbow Six Siege lacks(a there is quite a bit), it still creates one of the most tense and engaging games you will ever play online.

    Single player is just an 11-situations tutorial. A bootcamp to prepare you for some of the scenarios you will encounter online.I liked this, because it weeds out those who can't get past the fundamentals of this game. Although, its not the    For all that Rainbow Six Siege lacks(a there is quite a bit), it still creates one of the most tense and engaging games you will ever play online.

    Single player is just an 11-situations tutorial. A bootcamp to prepare you for some of the scenarios you will encounter online.I liked this, because it weeds out those who can't get past the fundamentals of this game. Although, its not the hardest of trials, it definitely is not easy. You will not breeze through these situations. And you must complete all of them by yourself except for the 11th one.Once you get past the bootcamp of the situations though, you will get to experience some of the most tense, unpredictable, and fun online games in a long time. Online servers run smooth as far as I have experienced from playing hours online. The longest time the servers were down was about 2 minutes. The rest of the time they were up and running with little to no lag. Which is impressive to say the least. The subpar graphics, average controls, and lack of single player campaign hold this game back. If you can overlook those, you still have the most tense online game (not just shooter) to come out this year.    … Expand
  2. NMFreed
    Feb 7, 2016
    7
    The Rainbow Six series has always been known for its team-based, tactical multiplayer action, but it’s always had a gripping story to back it up.

    In Rainbox Six Siege, the series abandons its narrative roots to focus solely on multiplayer action, but that’s not totally a bad thing. Without a campaign to devote assets and time to, the development team was able to nearly perfect its    The Rainbow Six series has always been known for its team-based, tactical multiplayer action, but it’s always had a gripping story to back it up.

    In Rainbox Six Siege, the series abandons its narrative roots to focus solely on multiplayer action, but that’s not totally a bad thing. Without a campaign to devote assets and time to, the development team was able to nearly perfect its classic game modes, while introducing a few new ones.

    The game’s main multiplayer mode is made up of five-versus-five game types, as players communicate to either break in and rescue hostages or work to keep the good guys out (i.e., you’re the bad guy, sorry). There are 11 maps in the game as of launch, but publisher Ubisoft plans to add additional content via post-launch downloadable content.

    And yes, there are microtransactions, which seem to be an upward trend in gaming as of late. Players can pay a bit of real cash in exchange for progress boosters, which help in unlocking Operators, Siege’s focal point in multiplayer progression.

    The Operators are split up into two categories, Attackers and Defenders, and are used in the game’s multiplayer mode. Each Operator has special perks or attributes, similar to that of “hero” characters in games like League of Legends.

    The Operators come from military backgrounds from around the world, including British SAS, FBI, SWAT, Spetsnaz and more, and they sport a cool cinematic each time you unlock one.

    One thing players will take note of fairly early on is how clean the destruction in this game is. You can blow holes in floors or walls with charges, peek around corners and chip bits of the foundation with your shots and get into every nook and cranny of the game world.

    In addition to the main multiplayer mode, Siege also brings back everyone’s favorite: Terrorist Hunt. Players work together in teams of up to five players to take down a group of terrorists on a map and mode selected at random.

    It’s fairly self-explanatory, but nigh impossible on higher difficulty levels, something Rainbow Six is generally known for. And all of these modes have plenty of depth to them, which is peculiar considering other multiplayer-only releases this year have been lacking in content (see: Star Wars Battlefront).

    But if for some reason multiplayer isn’t your thing, first off, you should probably pick up one of the many single-player-focused games released this year — but if you’re bored of those, then Siege’s Situations game mode is for you.

    It’s nothing too deep, but these Situations (there are 11 of them) help you learn your way around the game itself, a glorified tutorial if anything. But again, these get more and more difficult the more you progress, and the game rewards you in stars for completing them.

    The game also has one glaring issue: server problems. More than a handful of times you’ll experience a server error, whether it’s because of a spotty connection or because a player leaves the game. Sometimes it’s just at random, but it doesn’t detract from the overall experience.

    At first glance, Rainbow Six Siege may not seem like a game worth your time. Its game modes look lacking and there’s is no real campaign, the gunplay is fairly basic and the multiplayer seems bare-bones, but it’s a hell of a lot of fun. Though we didn’t get the amazing Rainbow Six: Patriots we were all hoping for a few years back, Siege is still a tactical shooter worth playing.

    - Nicholas Friedman, Denton Record-Chronicle    … Expand
  3. Darth24
    Jan 4, 2016
    7
    Rainbow six siege is a game that feels a little bare bones, like some things were maybe removed from the game to be made into DLC. However the game we have at the moment is still a fun thrill ride that really captures a tense atmosphere and emphasises team play, and is just a blast when you're playing with your friends, qnd should be played if you and your friends are looking for a funRainbow six siege is a game that feels a little bare bones, like some things were maybe removed from the game to be made into DLC. However the game we have at the moment is still a fun thrill ride that really captures a tense atmosphere and emphasises team play, and is just a blast when you're playing with your friends, qnd should be played if you and your friends are looking for a fun multiplayer game.… Expand
  4. aaschmidt
    Jan 22, 2016
    7
    Fantastic mechanics all around, however not a 10 due to lack of campaign and split screen. (both rainbow six pillars). Also, if you are just getting into it this late, dont jump right into multiplayer, it is brutal.
  5. badgerryan19
    Jun 19, 2017
    7
    Fun game. With ultra realism there is a lot to like here with a dedicated fan base and team supporting it and many still paying today. The game has really cool destructible environments too.
  6. Zhon
    Dec 1, 2015
    7
    Rainbow6 games always had great campaigns, so I miss them this time. Multiplayer is ok, you really will need some friends to form a squad, because the pub is often sad. The game relies heavily on communication, and there's nothing worse than a foreigner that can't talk with you - or when you are the foreigner. Also, the game pace is SSSSSSLLLLOOOOOOWWWWW when compared to other contemporaryRainbow6 games always had great campaigns, so I miss them this time. Multiplayer is ok, you really will need some friends to form a squad, because the pub is often sad. The game relies heavily on communication, and there's nothing worse than a foreigner that can't talk with you - or when you are the foreigner. Also, the game pace is SSSSSSLLLLOOOOOOWWWWW when compared to other contemporary releases, so it's a bit of a shock. 5v5 is nice and sometimes hard, but I found the terrorist hunt insanely fun (and always hard).… Expand
  7. lizardking420
    Jan 27, 2016
    7
    Amazing game that lacks content . they shouild change the name its got a **** name.tghe chararcters are lame. . It also reminds me of swat 3 and 4. To shortly put a 90 dollar cad multiplayer game should be extremely filled with maps and more modes like hard core ,no crosshairs, and hud. The teams cop vs cop is confusing. They should have terrorists, unnecessary censorship perhaps.ProbablyAmazing game that lacks content . they shouild change the name its got a **** name.tghe chararcters are lame. . It also reminds me of swat 3 and 4. To shortly put a 90 dollar cad multiplayer game should be extremely filled with maps and more modes like hard core ,no crosshairs, and hud. The teams cop vs cop is confusing. They should have terrorists, unnecessary censorship perhaps.Probably why there is no hardcore mode, they look the same. Wish it had doors for pick,breaching, the yellow x is not needed asyou can shoot and destroy anything .The balance is fine frags are lethal and explosion while holes and camping is funny. The lean cover system works great, a first person snap shooting style might have been better but its fine. Would be a counter strike if only it had some more content and a hardcore no hud mode like i said. Graphics are solid. Blood is excessive and unrealistic, with no realistic gore. Audio is amazing but annoying voices you cant be turned down. Controls good and fluid.… Expand
  8. Funkyguy786
    Dec 1, 2015
    7
    Something fresh with great graphics,smooth gameplay and totally different concept from previous fps, however theres no value for money here considering the price of the game. No single player campaign which wouldve been awesome. Online play is ok if you understand your team and communication isnt a problem. Can be repetitive at times and single play is not much fun really.
  9. chrisjb1983
    Feb 16, 2017
    7
    Rainbow Six Siege is a treat to play with some of the best teamwork in todays multiplayer games rivaling OverWatch (not that OverWatch is nearly as good of a game) to Destinys PvE (not that the PvP requires any teamwork). RS has always been among the most tactical shooters since even the PS1 days. Every iteration has gotten far technically advanced. Where RS lacks is in single playerRainbow Six Siege is a treat to play with some of the best teamwork in todays multiplayer games rivaling OverWatch (not that OverWatch is nearly as good of a game) to Destinys PvE (not that the PvP requires any teamwork). RS has always been among the most tactical shooters since even the PS1 days. Every iteration has gotten far technically advanced. Where RS lacks is in single player content and terrorist hunt: which I feel both are significantly worse than what Rainbow Six: Vegas 1 & 2 brought to the table last generation.

    Still a fantastic game overall for those who are looking for a tactical shooter that is based heavily on teamwork.    … Expand
  10. hishark12345
    Dec 20, 2016
    7
    This game has some of the best core game-play and mechanics I've ever seen. It's a great tactical shooter full of skill and strategy, but Ubisoft always find a way to mess things up. They've turned a game with great potential into a mediocre to awful game. Don't get me wrong, I love this game, but the bugs and match-making issues are ridiculous. It matches low levels that don't know how toThis game has some of the best core game-play and mechanics I've ever seen. It's a great tactical shooter full of skill and strategy, but Ubisoft always find a way to mess things up. They've turned a game with great potential into a mediocre to awful game. Don't get me wrong, I love this game, but the bugs and match-making issues are ridiculous. It matches low levels that don't know how to play the game against high levels. The lag can become extreme too. There's so many bugs and matchmaking issues that it ruins your gaming session. Ubisoft never fails to impress. I'd recommend getting this game if you need a good multiplayer game, but be prepared for issues. And if you want to play multiplayer, it'd be a good idea to get some friends to play it with.… Expand
  11. ThisIsMikeHayes
    Mar 17, 2017
    7
    Fantastic jump forward in the tactical genre. I've sunk over 100hrs into this game by this point and still find myself coming back to it more than 4 or 5 times a week. It definitely has issues however.

    Pros: - At time of writing, its really easy to find this game under what would be considered full price. - Plenty of post-release support being added - new operators, weapon skins,    Fantastic jump forward in the tactical genre. I've sunk over 100hrs into this game by this point and still find myself coming back to it more than 4 or 5 times a week. It definitely has issues however.

    Pros:
    - At time of writing, its really easy to find this game under what would be considered full price.
    - Plenty of post-release support being added - new operators, weapon skins, character skins, maps, etc.
    - Rewards teamwork wonderfully.
    - There's definitely nothing else like it on the console market at the moment.
    - Engaging multiplayer with many high-pressure moments.

    Cons:
    - Brutal server issues still persist even after the product has been on the market for 16 months.
    - Not a whole lot to do outside of multiplayer. Do not purchase hoping for a successor of R6 Vegas.
    - Tasks as simple as creating your squad of friends can occasionally be impossible due to connection issues.    … Expand
  12. Tito23
    Jul 26, 2017
    7
    Rainbow six siege. So much potential, but Ubisoft cuts it dry. Here is my review for playing this game over the course of a year and a half:

    Content. Let's see.. you have situations, casual multiplayer and rank multiplayer and of course the "realism" mode that all it does is take off the hud. Casual multiplayer, you will run into about a 50/50 chance of either finding some immature kid    Rainbow six siege. So much potential, but Ubisoft cuts it dry. Here is my review for playing this game over the course of a year and a half:

    Content. Let's see.. you have situations, casual multiplayer and rank multiplayer and of course the "realism" mode that all it does is take off the hud. Casual multiplayer, you will run into about a 50/50 chance of either finding some immature kid killing off the team mates for no reason. Just round starts and boom everyone is getting shot by this kid....or you actually get a team that is decent enough to actually try. Rank is laughable now. It is becoming more of casual than anything, no one wants to actually put forth the effort and slim possibility you will find a match with at least one of your team mates having a head set. This game definitely has it's benefits if the whole team is communicating but no one seems to grasp that concept. Situations is just a task you are giving to learn the fundamentals of the game and make multiplayer easier for you so that you do not go complete noob mode on anyone. It seems to fail for that purpose on some people.
    The game modes are: bomb, hostage, and secure area. That has always been it and seems like they do not want to add an extra game mode. The worse thing about that is, all three game modes are played exactly the same. It turns into a team death match and fails to deliver the objective. Which is fine and all but it just gets so old so fast that no one is doing what the objective is entails. It isn't the gamers fault, but the developers because of poor design. Look at the E3 trailer of the game and compare it to today's gameplay and you will see how they make it seem like one thing but it never plays out that way.

    Gameplay. The gameplay is actually really good. From the destructive environment, even though limited but not too much, to how different each operator plays and feels. That is about it on the good part that makes this into a 7 and not lower with of course can be fun with friends and all communication team. Downfall of this is the hit detection and how nerf they are making weapons that doesn't make sense to be nerfed as well as weapons that are as strong as they are. For instance, in the latest update glaz's gun lost hits damage rating by over half. It went from 186 to 90...but that 90 is only at far distance. If you are close, it is even less. But you have someone like Caveria, who has a pistol with what looks like a plastic bottle attached for a silencer that will knock you down with a couple of shots or kill you with a couple of shots depending how close, and has a damage rating of 90. It seriously doesn't make any sense whatsoever and it is just going on a downward slope with the hit box's that make this game frustrating. Too many instances where I am shooting someone center chest or head and they see me and shoot a couple of times and I take way more damage then they did and even on the kill cam they are repeatedly taking hits and blood coming off of them, barely anything.

    The upside is they have improved the servers and how long it takes to get into a match. But that is about as much progress as this game has gotten. Hopefully they will turn things around and spice it up a bit with new game modes, better hit detection, and stick with unique operators that continue to play so differently. It is a decent game at best when you are on an all chat team or playing with friends but it needs variety and it needs it fast.    … Expand
  13. sent_worki
    Oct 30, 2018
    7
    7.4 из 10 .................................................................
  14. FinnWolf
    May 17, 2019
    7
    Rainbow Six Siege has been going downhill for rather long now.
    The newest season (Year 4 Season 2) is showing promise by trying to fix many of the games core mistakes. However, their current operator design on the newest 4 operators is awful.
    There is not much promise left but the game is still fun to play. Recommended buying if you have people to play with and motivation to learn the    Rainbow Six Siege has been going downhill for rather long now.
    The newest season (Year 4 Season 2) is showing promise by trying to fix many of the games core mistakes. However, their current operator design on the newest 4 operators is awful.

    There is not much promise left but the game is still fun to play. Recommended buying if you have people to play with and motivation to learn the mechanics and maps.    … Expand
  15. lloydzx211
    Jul 4, 2020
    7
    I both hate and love this game. Love bacause it is hard to replace. Hate because too many retards are playing, unbalanced ranked, ddos every match
  16. bazmassey
    Mar 19, 2019
    7
    The most frustrating game ive ever played but when its good its pretty good!
  17. Beyondgamer
    Dec 2, 2019
    7
    Rainbow 6 siege is an average first person shooter, that falls short of its predecessors. The graphics are ok and the gameplay is just mediocre. It's fun to play with a lot of strategy however. It also has some bugs, but holds its own none the less.
  18. Noxbits
    Jan 4, 2020
    7
    The game does quite well it's proposal, but it should have more - interesting- game modes
  19. steco2000
    Jul 7, 2020
    7
    One of the most innovative shooters in the history of video games. Very fun and well studied gameplay, with a wide choice of operators with differentiated skills that make the games dynamic and unpredictable. Unfortunately, the game is plagued by a huge number of bugs and glitches, obscene servers and one of the worst communities ever seen. All this, unfortunately, profoundly ruins theOne of the most innovative shooters in the history of video games. Very fun and well studied gameplay, with a wide choice of operators with differentiated skills that make the games dynamic and unpredictable. Unfortunately, the game is plagued by a huge number of bugs and glitches, obscene servers and one of the worst communities ever seen. All this, unfortunately, profoundly ruins the experience of a game that could have become a true masterpiece of the world of shooters.… Expand
  20. amirhosine
    Nov 5, 2020
    7
    I like this game but ubisoft don't care about game . This game have very cheater in pc and very DDoser in console .
  21. jkuras08223
    May 24, 2021
    7
    Rainbow is one of the best tactical online shooters. But what is holding back is the lack of content every season. They dont add any new maps which makes the first 2 weeks of the season fun then I wont play it for the next 3 months. The ranked game mode is really fun and competitive but it has its flaws with high ranked players purposely loosing there games to play bad players. They shouldRainbow is one of the best tactical online shooters. But what is holding back is the lack of content every season. They dont add any new maps which makes the first 2 weeks of the season fun then I wont play it for the next 3 months. The ranked game mode is really fun and competitive but it has its flaws with high ranked players purposely loosing there games to play bad players. They should add the ability to make comunity made tournaments for all ranked levels to freshen up the game a bit. But overall a good game.… Expand
  22. jakesporea
    Sep 2, 2021
    7
    fun game but i like fortnite moreeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
  23. indiesuckup
    Dec 31, 2021
    7
    Note: This review will only cover multiplayer content.

    If you're looking for a break from the run of the mill fast paced first person shooter this is the game for you. It combines a wide array of operators with unique abilities and weapons with tactical gameplay which rewards good positioning, gadget use and game sense. The game has plenty of unique mechanics including one-shot headshots,    Note: This review will only cover multiplayer content.

    If you're looking for a break from the run of the mill fast paced first person shooter this is the game for you. It combines a wide array of operators with unique abilities and weapons with tactical gameplay which rewards good positioning, gadget use and game sense. The game has plenty of unique mechanics including one-shot headshots, the lack of a jump button and incredibly destructible environments but the one that makes the game different from its competitors are the drones and cameras. It allows players that are dead to contribute by pinging enemies or making callouts. The base gameplay is well thought out and surprisingly deep. Every match can play out in millions of different ways. However this game has what I like to call an "Overwatch problem" where players are forced into playing a certain way in order to win, some operators are incredibly powerful like ash, ace, jäger or mute and others are incredibly situational or next to useless like glaz, nökk, warden or wamai. Some objective sites are very easy to defend, and others are almost impossible. Ubisoft also seems to have no idea how to use there time because despite some maps being in desperate need of a rework (Theme Park, Kanal and Skyscraper) they decide to rework outback, one if the better maps in the game. If this concept was in the hands of a more competent game studio it could be one of the best shooters of all time, but instead we have to deal with Ubisoft fumbling yet another golden opportunity.    … Expand
  24. dankmeow
    Mar 16, 2022
    7
    There is fun to be had but the monetization of the content within the game is quite heavy.
  25. DavideMoro
    Apr 19, 2022
    7
    Another Ubisoft title, by Tom Clancy's.
    Seasonal updates have allowed it to last a long time and maintain a solid player base. The graphics are not the most modern, although the said updates have allowed for some rejuvenating tweaks. The controls and mechanics work, allowing ample mobility, which is also quite intuitive. The story, being a game based on online multiplayer, is absent, but    Another Ubisoft title, by Tom Clancy's.
    Seasonal updates have allowed it to last a long time and maintain a solid player base. The graphics are not the most modern, although the said updates have allowed for some rejuvenating tweaks. The controls and mechanics work, allowing ample mobility, which is also quite intuitive. The story, being a game based on online multiplayer, is absent, but that's okay. The defect of all games of this genre is and remains habit. Abandoning it for a few months, or a year, could blow the player away once he takes it back. The various non-competitive modes help to a certain extent in this.
    However, it remains one of the most successful and popular Tom Clancy's chapters, also for the scalability of levels and, above all, for personal skill, which remains the best way to get some satisfaction with this Ubisoft title.
    The grade would be 7.5 / 10. Given the absence of a history and the advancing age, I decided to round it down.    … Expand
  26. ArekSuzme
    Oct 2, 2022
    7
    Great fps game ruined by it's **** community. It's a love and hate relationship.
  27. Tomplexthis
    Jul 8, 2022
    7
    Dont know, dont care, but this games gunplay is the top of the line. it feels solid.
    i loved this game, its a grind to get a new character, but it is doable
    It is a really fun, tactical game. but. people suck
    They shoot you in the back, on your own team
    They fight, scream, argue, then kick you.
    Play with friends, or not at all. Get Good...
  28. Agt_Killionaire
    Oct 7, 2022
    7
    Siege is a stressful game to get into. Initially I was brought into the game because of the one shot headshot mechanic but once I reached level 100 I drifted away from that. About 33% of your time you will more than likely be dead or waiting for the drone phase to finish. In my opinion there is too much down time but there is always Call of Duty with little to no down time.
  29. GAME-OVERcv
    Nov 1, 2022
    7
    a broken but fun game, one of the best tactical multiplayer shooters ive played
  30. glypheye
    Jan 20, 2016
    6
    6/10 for me. Here's the thing. Without question, the game is challenging. The tactical considerations for each scenario are extensive. The issue is that the complexities of the situation play out in a sterile, claustrophobic atmosphere (especially if you're defending) that makes for tension, sure, but without any inherent fun involved. And, without the fun, there's not much incentive6/10 for me. Here's the thing. Without question, the game is challenging. The tactical considerations for each scenario are extensive. The issue is that the complexities of the situation play out in a sterile, claustrophobic atmosphere (especially if you're defending) that makes for tension, sure, but without any inherent fun involved. And, without the fun, there's not much incentive to grind through the learning curve to become proficient in the game, from where I'm standing. Graphically, it's ok...the gunplay/feel seems pretty solid while the character modeling is kind of dated...but really, that's only an issue when watching your team-mates run towards the structure while attacking. Once in perpetual crouch mode while inching stealthily around the map, this kind of thing hardly matters. Destruction, as advertised, is everything...which plays into the whole tactical complexity schtick. It seems like enemies can make holes almost everywhere, so "cover" is misleading almost all the time. You can't mark, beyond scout missions at the beginning with the little drones, so if you see something that looks like a human appendage, you'd best laden it with bullets. And if you hear definitive sounds of human mucking about just beyond a said destructable wall, let er rip in that direction as well. Sound is uber-amplified almost to the point of absurdity, in this game....obviously meant to be an important thing to pay attention to for aforementioned reasons.

    Anyways, I"m sure this kind of game appeals to the rabid tactical shooter fanatics but, for me, enjoyment overall is lacking, squelched by the crushing emphasis on all things tactical.

    Anyways    … Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 40 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 40
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 40
  3. Negative: 1 out of 40
  1. Edge Magazine
    Feb 16, 2016
    60
    Siege can feel cool and inhospitable, but when the conditions are right and you're playing with friends, the game's tense gameplay and measured pacing makes for a refreshing, cerebral contrast to the run-and-gun hyperactivity of most online shooters. [Feb 2016, p.104]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Feb 10, 2016
    80
    Impossible to recommend as a single-player game. Siege is an absolutely splendid multiplayer shooter for well-organised (and forgiving) teams, with great tactical terrain destruction. [Feb 2016, p.86]
  3. Play UK
    Jan 16, 2016
    80
    A slight but superior multiplayer experience. What it lacks in single-player content, Rainbow Six Siege makes up in sheer quality. Just remember to use voice chat. [Issue#265, p.76]
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