Rainbow Six Tactics Announced, First Single-Player Rainbow Six Game Since Vegas 2 in 2008
Ubisoft has announced Rainbow Six Tactics, an upcoming turn-based tactics game starring familiar Rainbow Six Siege Operators. Revealed at Gamescom's Opening Night Live showcase, it will retail for $49.99 and is due out in 2027 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. It's the first single-player game in the franchise since Rainbow Six Vegas 2 for the Xbox 360 and PS3 in 2008.
Ubisoft has unveiled Rainbow Six Tactics, a forthcoming single-player turn-based tactics game set to release on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S in 2027. Priced at $49.99, it marks the first single-player title in the franchise since the 2008 release of Rainbow Six Vegas 2. Players control protagonist Paul Bishop, famously known as Vegas Six, as he commands familiar Rainbow Six Siege Operators from a distance.
The game boasts 15 iconic Siege Operators, including Sledge and Ash, alongside 47 meticulously crafted maps and 90 minutes of immersive cutscenes to enhance the storyline.
Developed by Ubisoft Paris, the team behind hit tactics games like Mario + Rabbids and the recent Ghost Recon series, Tactics is set during the tumultuous period between the 10th and 11th years of the Siege universe. Ubisoft assures fans that there will be no in-game store or monetization features, ensuring a pure gaming experience.
A standout feature of the game is the breach planning tool, reminiscent of the original 1998 Rainbow Six, allowing players to strategize and execute synchronized assaults with their Operators. The studio also teased that there will be an exclusive interview with Rainbow Six Tactics game director Martial Potron for IGN readers. Stay tuned for this in-depth conversation as the gaming world eagerly anticipates this new chapter in the beloved franchise.
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