Six Invitational 2026: A Comprehensive Guide to the Rainbow Six Siege Championship

The Rainbow Six Siege community is gearing up for the Six Invitational 2026, the pinnacle esports event for the game. Returning to Paris, France, after a five-year hiatus, the tournament promises intense competition, exciting announcements, and a celebration of the game’s vibrant community. Here’s a detailed look at what to expect.

Dates & Location

The Six Invitational 2026 will unfold in three phases over two weeks:

• Phase 1: February 2-6, 2026 (Not open to the public)
• Phase 2: February 8-11, 2026 (Not open to the public)
• Phase 3 (Finals): February 13-15, 2026 (Open to the public)

The event will be held at the Adidas Arena in Paris, France.

Tickets are available for purchase through Ticketmaster.

Age Restriction

The event is open to individuals aged 16, and older. Attendees aged 16 and 17 must present a valid written parental consent form upon entry. Forms are available in English and French. A valid photo ID with date of birth is required for all attendees.

Tournament Format & Prize Pool

The Six Invitational 2026 features 20 teams competing for a prize pool of $3,000,000 USD, with $1,000,000 awarded to the winning team. Liquipedia details the tournament’s format as a Single Round Robin followed by a Double Elimination bracket.

Key Events & Activities

• Y11 Reveal Panel: Expect announcements regarding the future of Rainbow Six Siege, including new operators, maps, and features.
• 1v1 Now by Xbox Game Pass: A limited-time event featuring 1v1 matches.
• Cosplay: A showcase of creative cosplay from the Rainbow Six Siege community.
• Merchandise & Popup Store: Exclusive merchandise and a popup store will be available for attendees.
• Watch Parties: Opportunities to watch the matches with fellow fans.
• Sale on Pro Team Bundles and Weapon Skins: Special offers on in-game items.
• Twitch Drops: Viewers on Twitch can earn exclusive in-game rewards by watching the streams.

Broadcast & Viewing Options

The Six Invitational 2026 Finals will be streamed live on the official Twitch and YouTube channels. Esports.gg provides a detailed schedule of the final matches.

Year 11 Content Roadmap

Beyond the tournament itself, Ubisoft has outlined plans for Year 11 of Rainbow Six Siege:

• Season 1 (Operation Silent Hunt): Introduces Solid Snake as a playable operator, voiced by David Hayter, along with a new 1v1 Arcade mode.
• Season 2: Rework of the Dokkaebi operator and the addition of a new map, Calypso Casino (Vegas-era).
• Season 3: A new Defender operator will be added to the game.
• Season 4: An advanced Operator Progression feature will be implemented.

Heartbeats Miniseries

Ubisoft is likewise releasing “Heartbeats,” a miniseries diving into the personal stories of Rainbow Six Siege players and their connection to the game and its esports community.

Safety Guidelines & Privacy

Attendees are encouraged to review the safety guidelines and privacy & image rights policies available on the official Six Invitational website.