The online presence ofRainbow Six Extractionincreased dramatically this month. While the game was delayed from September 2021 to July 22, 2025, it’s been able to keep the momentum it got after its summer reveal. This is partly because theRainbow Sixfranchise has such a dedicated fanbase, but also because of the interesting twistRainbow Six Extractionwill be applying. WhileSiegehas prospered as a dedicated PvP game,Rainbow Six Extractionfocuses its efforts on providing fans with a challenging PvE experience.
The tactical feel fans get fromRainbow Six Siegelooks like it will translate well as the franchise’s trademark gameplay style is worked into PvE environments. On top of this,Extractionisn’t a full-priced game, being just $39.99 USD for the base version and $49.99 for the deluxe version. Combined with everything else that has been announced forRainbow Six Extraction,there’s a lot for fans to consider when debating whether or not to pick up a copy.
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Rainbow Six Extraction Standard and Deluxe Edition
Even afterthe history of delays forRainbow Six Extraction, Ubisoft+ members will be able to get the base game for free. The two purchasable versions only seem to differ in one way: the content packs they come with. The Standard Edition of the game will feature its Buddy Pass with no extra content mentioned so far. This is the approach that most, if not all, video games have and shouldn’t come as much of a surprise. The Deluxe Edition builds off the Standard’s inclusion of the Buddy Pass and comes with three different content packs: the Noxious Touch Pack, the Obscura Pack, and the React Strike Pack.
Each of the three packs included with the Deluxe Edition includes cosmetics with varying applications. The Noxious Touch Pack contains the Noxious Touch uniform and headgear for the operative Alibi, two universal weapon skin ornaments, as well as the Jawbreaker and Guardian Angel weapon charms. Similar to the Noxious Touch Pack, the Obscura Pack will contain two universal weapon skins along with the Redacted and Anagram weapon charms. The React Strike Pack breaks away from this trend and offers more than extra cosmetic items.
Alongside the Frontline Cosmetic Pack, which will include the REACT Lockjaw charm and Spectrum headgear, uniform, and weapons skin, the React Strike Pack also gives players XP Boosters for post-launch events inRainbow Six Extractionand a 10 percent discount on the in-game store. This matches the precedent set by certain editions ofRainbow Six Siege, where players could also receive XP Boosters and an in-game store discount. The Buddy Pass system is also a strong selling point, and when it’s dissected could be a major decider for fans who are still unsure of whether to pick upRainbow Six Extractionat launch.
The system will allow friends to play together for a limited time so long as one person owns a copy ofRainbow Six Extraction. This comes with fine print attached, but it’s still worth considering that for 14 days after a Buddy Token is activated. It also helps that whatever progress is made by players on the Buddy Pass is saved for whenever they’re able to get a full copy. This should help win some fans over who are hesitant, letting them potentially realize the game is expanding on what they already know is good fromthe longevity ofRainbow Six Siege.
Rainbow Six Extraction Pre-Order Bonus
Along with the different editions ofRainbow Six Extraction, pre-orders will come with the Orbital Decay bundle. While a lot of the extra content that seems to be coming withRainbow Six Extractionis cosmetic, this isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Everyone will have access to the free post-launch content that comes toExtraction,and if the cosmetics forRainbow Six Siegeare any indicator, fans should look forward to cool cosmetic bundles being released following launch - despiteclaims of it being cash grab by Ubisoft.
The Orbital Decay bundle is a fun way to kick things off for players who feel comfortable committing toRainbow Six Extractionbefore release. While it’s a little bulky, the lack of PvP content should mean players won’t have to worry about the Orbital Decay, or any future uniforms, becoming logistical problems likeRoze inCall of Duty: Warzone.
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Rainbow Six Extraction’s Operators
In tandem with the game’s reduced price, accessibility for friends, and Deluxe Edition bonuses,Rainbow Six Extraction’sgameplay featureshave built it up to be a rather attractive game at launch. Along with new lore for players to explore relating to theRainbow Sixuniverse, there will also be a large number of operators available with gadgets and weapons. As of this writing, 12 of the total of 18 operators have been revealed.
For fans familiar withRainbow Six Siege,these characters’ names should ring a bell. While the game has already shown how it’s takingSiegeoperators and molding them in new ways forExtraction’s roguelike gameplay elements, players who own both games will receive extra content. PurchasingRainbow Six ExtractionandRainbow Six Siegemakes the 18 operators fromExtractionpermanently unlocked inSiege.These players will also receive the United Front bundle, which has two gears sets for each game: one for both Smoke and Pulse inSiege,and one for both Lion and Ela inExtraction.
Despite these connections,theRainbow Six Extractiongameplay trailerand its character progression should help it stand out from its predecessor. With character progression, players will be able to grow with and learn certain characters, but also have options when it comes time to tackle the 13 different missions inExtraction.
Framing these missions will be 12 maps. WithRainbow Six Extraction’s MIA feature, a player dying means having more than one main will be important. While cross-save and cross-play let people playRainbow Six Extractionalmost anywhere they want, once a character is MIA they’ll need to be rescued. This will likely be one of the most challenging aspects ofExtraction,but it should also increase replay value. GivenExtractioncould lay the foundation for the future of theRainbow Sixfranchise, keeping players engaged in both PvE and PvP activities will be major going forward, and the interconnected nature of this game is a potentially great start.
Rainbow Six Extractionreleases July 07, 2025 on PC, PS4, PS5, Stadia, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
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