Rainbow Six Mobile Launches Worldwide, Bringing Tactical FPS Action to Mobile Devices
Ubisoft announced today, February 23, 2026, the worldwide launch of Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Mobile, a free-to-play tactical first-person shooter available on iOS and Android devices.1 The game aims to deliver a genuine Rainbow Six Siege experience optimized for mobile platforms.
A True Rainbow Six Experience on the Go
Developed by Ubisoft Montreal, with support from numerous Codev studios, Rainbow Six Mobile features 5v5 Player-vs-Player (PvP) matches in the core Attack vs. Defense game mode.1 Attackers utilize observation drones for intelligence gathering and strategically breach destructible environments, while Defenders fortify entry points and employ spy cameras and traps to secure their locations.
The game emphasizes strategy, teamwork, and high-stakes decision-making, maintaining the core DNA of the Rainbow Six franchise.1 Developers focused on adapting the complex tactical gameplay of Rainbow Six Siege for mobile devices, streamlining controls and interface elements.
Key Features and Gameplay Elements
Rainbow Six Mobile includes several key features designed for mobile play:
- Game Modes: Bomb, Bomb Rush, and Team Deathmatch.
- Operators: Access to over 20 Operators, including Ash, Mute, and Dokkaebi.
- Maps: Iconic maps such as Bank, Border, Clubhouse, Oregon, and Villa, alongside mobile-exclusive maps Restaurant and Summit.
- Tutorial: An onboarding tutorial focusing on fundamental Rainbow Six concepts.
- Match Options: Private matches, Ranked matches, and Quick Play.
- Seasonal Content: Regular updates with new content added each season.
Operation Sand Wraith: The Launch Season
The launch of Rainbow Six Mobile coincides with the start of its first global season, Operation Sand Wraith.1 This season introduces a desert-inspired aesthetic and a new Operator, Deimos. Deimos utilizes the DeathMARK Tracker ability, initiating intense one-on-one duels with targeted enemies.
Adapting a Console Experience for Mobile
According to Ubisoft, designing Rainbow Six Mobile for real mobile play involved balancing tactical depth with accessibility.1 The development team devised ways to combine multiple actions into single on-screen elements, such as a lean slider that integrates aiming and shooting with auto-shoot functionality.1
Olivier Albarracin, Game Director on Rainbow Six Mobile, stated, “The entire Rainbow Six Mobile team is incredibly proud of what we’ve built, and we can’t wait for players around the world to finally get their hands on it.”1
Rainbow Six Siege Continues to Evolve
Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege, the console and PC counterpart, boasts over 80 million registered players and continues to receive updates.1 2025 marked the game’s 10-year anniversary with the release of Siege X, a major evolution introducing a new 6v6 permanent game mode, Dual Front, and visual improvements.