Rainbow Six Siege has one of the longest-running esports scenes in shooters. This guide covers the 2026-27 season as of October 9, 2026. Dates can move, so check Ubisoft's esports pages before you plan to travel.
Key takeaways
- Regional leagues feed two BLAST Majors, the Esports World Cup and the Six Invitational.
- Teams earn Six Invitational points all season.
- The Osaka Major is in November 2026; Six Invitational 2027 is in February 2027.
How the season works
Teams play regional leagues, then take part in Majors. Results earn points toward the Six Invitational. According to Ubisoft, the Invitational has 20 teams: the winner of Esports World Cup 2026, the 14 top teams in the points standings and five winners of regional Last Chance Qualifiers.
Key events this season
| Event | When and where | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| BLAST R6 Major Salt Lake City | May 2026, USA | DarkZero won, beating Shopify Rebellion; $200,000 to the winner |
| Esports World Cup 2026 | August 2026, Paris | FaZe Clan beat FURIA 3-1 in the final |
| BLAST R6 Major Osaka | November 2026, ATC Hall, Japan | $600,000 prize pool |
| Six Invitational 2027 | February 12-14, 2027 show days, Sao Paulo | $3 million prize pool, matches best-of-three, best-of-five final |
Six Invitational format
Ubisoft says the 20 teams play four groups of five. The top four in each group advance to a 16-team double-elimination playoff, and the last six teams play in front of a live audience. FaZe Clan has already qualified by winning the Esports World Cup.
Where to watch
- Check the dates on our tournaments page.
- Open the live stream list when a match is on.
- Watch a few creators for map and operator explanations.
Want to understand what you watch? Read the beginner guide and visit the hub.
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