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| Official promotional artwork for Rainbow 6 Tactics. |
A new commander for Team Rainbow
In a surprising pivot from the high-octane first-person action that defined its predecessor, Ubisoft Paris took the stage at Gamescom 2026's Opening Night Live to announce Rainbow Six Tactics, a turn-based strategy spin-off launching in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
The reveal marks a significant departure for the franchise, trading Siege's competitive multiplayer chaos for methodical, squad-level tactics in the vein of XCOM. For fans who've spent years perfecting their reflexes in Siege's tense 5v5 matches, this new direction offers something entirely different: a chance to command from the shadows.
Developed by a team that includes veterans of Mario + Rabbids and Ghost Recon, Rainbow Six Tactics puts players in the role of Six, the enigmatic commander of Team Rainbow. From this strategic vantage point, you'll direct squads of up to four operators drawn from a roster of 15 familiar Siege characters, each bringing their unique abilities and gadgets to the field.
The campaign runs parallel to Siege's ongoing narrative timeline, with a new global threat forcing Team Rainbow to operate on a scale previously unseen in the series. Missions span hostage rescues, bomb disposals, and high-value target eliminations—classic Rainbow fare, but approached through an entirely new tactical lens.
XCOM-inspired tactics with Siege's signature destruction
Combat unfolds across handcrafted maps, with Ubisoft confirming more than 45 at launch. Pre-mission preparation is crucial: players gather intelligence and carefully select operators based on their abilities and how they complement the squad's overall composition.
The turn-based encounters let squads dynamically reshape the battlefield by breaking down walls, clearing cover, and opening new sightlines—all while objectives evolve in response to your actions. The standout feature is Breach Planning, which allows players to queue coordinated actions across their squad and unleash them as a single synchronized assault. It's a brilliant translation of Siege's iconic simultaneous breach moments into a slower, more deliberate format that rewards careful planning.
Base management and a welcome surprise
Between deployments, players return to Rainbow HQ, where they'll train operators, manage recovery, and strengthen the team for future operations. This base management layer adds strategic depth beyond individual missions, creating meaningful investment in your squad's long-term development.
Perhaps the most surprising announcement came when Ubisoft confirmed Rainbow Six Tactics will ship as a complete single-player package with no in-game store or live-service elements. In an era where even premium releases increasingly push microtransactions and battle passes, this represents a refreshing return to form for the publisher.
Fans eager to secure their copy can already add the game to their wishlists. For more details and to wishlist the game, visit the official store page where you can stay updated on the 2027 launch across all platforms.
With its blend of XCOM-inspired tactical depth, Siege's signature destruction mechanics, and a commitment to delivering a complete single-player experience, Rainbow Six Tactics shapes up to be one of the most intriguing entries in the franchise's storied history. The countdown to 2027 begins now.