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The Delayed Arrival of Rainbow Six Siege Operation Deep Freeze R6 Update
The highly anticipated R6 update for Rainbow Six Siege, Operation Deep Freeze, has been pushed back. Ubisoft has decided to postpone the release in order to conduct additional testing.
The official announcement regarding the delay was shared via a tweet from the Rainbow Six Siege account.
The release of Operation Deep Freeze has been postponed. pic.com/5TLds2izuJ
— Rainbow Six Siege (@Rainbow6Game) November 28, 2023
While the delay may disappoint many fans, it is essential to prioritize a seamless launch. Ubisoft’s commitment to quality assurance is praiseworthy, and a polished update is preferred over potential technical difficulties and bugs at launch.
What to Expect in the Operation Deep Freeze R6 Update?
The upcoming Operation Deep Freeze R6 update will introduce a new operator, Tubarão, a new map named Lair, and various other features.
Anticipated Features in Operation Deep Freeze R6 Update:
New operator: Tubarão
Tubarão, a Defender hailing from Portugal, will bring the Zoto Canister, a throwable device capable of slowing down enemies, freezing devices, and leaving behind footprints.
New map: Lair
Lair is a coastal map situated in Portugal, providing a range of diverse outdoor environments.
Reputation system update
This season’s updates to the Reputation System introduce a new phase called the Grace Period. Ubisoft has provided insights into the future implications of a player’s reputation and has expanded the Reputation section to offer more details on a player’s status and the factors influencing it.
Rainbow Six Siege Marketplace Beta
From November 12 onwards, players can sign up to gain access to the forthcoming R6S Marketplace, scheduled to enter the beta phase in early 2024. The R6S Marketplace is a secure and anonymous online platform for eligible players to trade their items. Transactions within the R6S Marketplace will only accept R6S credits and will incur a 10% transaction fee.
Versus AI Playlist Beta
Ubisoft will introduce a playlist featuring newly designed AI opponents to offer players a stress-free training environment.
Additional Tweaks and Enhancements
Operation Deep Freeze also includes various other adjustments and improvements, such as controller remapping, controller deadzone customization, and a new seasonal weapon skin.
R6 Y8S4 Release Date
There is currently no official confirmation regarding the release date of R6 Y8S4. Given the delay in the Operation Deep Freeze R6 update, Ubisoft seems inclined to wait a bit longer before unveiling new features to players. An announcement regarding the R6 Y8S4 release date is likely to be made in the upcoming weeks.
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