by  John Uke
Last update: October 17, 2024

Rainbow Six Mobile is a highly anticipated competitive shooter that is about to hit mobile devices. Actually, Ubisoft fans have been waiting for this release since 2022. So, when is the Rainbow Six Siege Mobile release date? I dug into the official sources and Reddit and am here to tell you what they say so far.

Rainbow Six Siege Mobile Release Date And Time

Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Mobile was announced in 2022. The developers have already held a closed beta testing with plans to release the game in the fall of 2024, but they said that they need more time for the game to meet players’ expectations. Therefore, the Rainbow Six Siege Mobile release date was postponed to 2025.

At the same time, Rainbow Six Mobile is currently in the soft launch phase and is available to gamers in Canada and Mexico. Users from these countries are already sharing their impressions on Reddit and saying that R6 Mobile is the best FPS shooter ported to mobile devices. Well, I can’t wait to see it for myself!

Beta Version Of The Game

The first closed beta took place on September 12, 2022. Then, the developers held another closed beta on April 24, 2023. In both cases, a very limited number of countries participated in the betas. The game is currently in active development with a soft launch in Canada and Mexico.

How To Play R6 Mobile Right Now?

If you don’t live in Canada or Mexico but want to play Rainbow Six Mobile right now, you can do so, and it doesn’t require a plane ticket to one of these countries. For iOS users, all you need to do is change your region. So, here’s how to get R6 mobile to your iPhone:

1. Open Settings on your iPhone.
2. Tap your name, then tap Media & Purchases → View Account → Country/Region.
3. Select Canada and tap Change Country or Region.
4. After that, Rainbow Six Mobile will appear in the App Store search. You can download the game and start playing.

Android users should follow these steps to play Rainbow Six Siege Mobile outside Canada and Mexico:

1. Install any VPN on your phone that allows you to select the Canada region.
2. Launch the VPN and select the Canada region.
3. Create a new Google account. Don’t disable the VPN while doing this.
4. Go to Google Play and find and download Rainbow Six Mobile. You won’t need the VPN anymore to play the game.

Development Issues And Reason For The Delay

The developers did not mention any specific reason why Rainbow Six Siege Mobile was postponed for another year. Ubisoft just mentioned in its report that the development team wants to make sure that the game will meet the requirements and expectations of players. I do not see much intrigue or mystery here. Most likely, this is exactly how it is in reality – the game is almost ready, as evidenced by the soft launch in Canada and Mexico. The developers just need more time to catch bugs and make sure that the servers are stable, which is critical for competitive games.

Will Rainbow Six Mobile Have Crossplay With Other Platforms?

There was no official answer from the developers regarding whether there will be crossplay with other platforms. Most likely, there will be no cross-platform play since this is a separate game developed specifically for mobile devices. Thus, crossplay in Rainow Six Siege will imply separate lobbies for consoles, PCs, and mobile devices.

Rainbow Six Mobile Differences From The PC And Console Versions

Rainbow Six Siege Mobile will be very similar to the original version for consoles and PC in terms of gameplay mechanics. However, the mobile version is expected to feature simplified graphics with lower resolutions for destructions and map adaptations. Also, at least at launch, the number of maps and the operator roster will be limited compared to the PC/console version. 

Find A R6 Team And Enjoy The Game Together

While you are waiting for the mobile game to be released, you can still play Rainbow Six Siege on PC or consoles. Don’t have a company to enjoy the game to the fullest? Install the GameTree app and find partners in a few minutes! You can use filters to narrow your search and find players from a specific region who speak your language, have a similar skill level, and so on. On GameTree, players not only LFG R6 but also find long-term friends who share their love for video games!