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Ubisoft has launched a new anti-toxicity initiative in Rainbow Six Siege X, adding real-time voice chat moderation as part of the Y10S3.3 patch. The update, which went live on October 14th, aims to make matches safer and more enjoyable for everyone, marking another big step in Ubisoft’s ongoing effort to clean up player behaviour.

A Cleaner, Fairer Siege Experience

The centrepiece of this update is a new in-game panel that highlights any detected disruptive voice or text chat. This feature gives players greater visibility into how the system identifies and responds to toxic behaviour.

Only players with a Reputation Standing of “Respectable” or higher will be able to provide feedback on these detections, allowing Ubisoft to fine-tune its moderation tools and correct any false positives.

As part of the rollout, all previous voice chat detections have been reset, giving everyone a fresh start. Ubisoft says this reset is intended to ensure fairness and encourage players to maintain positive conduct going forward.

Addressing Long-Term Player Concerns

This anti-toxicity measure is part of a broader campaign by Ubisoft to tackle negative experiences in Siege. Earlier in October, the developer confirmed plans to improve anti-cheat, balancing, and ranked matchmaking systems ahead of the upcoming BLAST R6 Munich Major.

The Major, set to take place from November 8th to 16th, will feature 16 teams competing for a share of a US$750,000 prize pool, with the winner earning a direct spot at the Six Invitational 2026.

With such high stakes, ensuring fair play and a positive environment has become a clear priority. Ubisoft’s update comes after months of community discussions about toxicity and player behaviour, topics that have long impacted the game’s competitive scene.

The Bigger Picture: Fighting Toxicity in Esports

Toxicity isn’t a challenge unique to Rainbow Six Siege X. Across the industry, major developers have been taking stronger stances against harassment and disruptive behaviour. Earlier this year, Riot Games introduced new automated systems designed to punish negative communication in VALORANT and League of Legends, encouraging players to engage more respectfully.

Ubisoft’s approach with Siege reflects a similar mindset, focusing on accountability and transparency. By involving players with higher reputation scores in moderation feedback, the system rewards positive engagement while ensuring more accurate enforcement.

A New Era for Rainbow Six Siege X

With Operation High Stakes well underway, this latest anti-toxicity update reinforces Ubisoft’s vision for the future of Siege: competitive, challenging, and inclusive.

The studio has also been restructuring its long-term development plans, including the creation of Vantage Studios, a new subsidiary dedicated to expanding Rainbow Six Siege X alongside other flagship franchises like Assassin’s Creed and Far Cry.

As the tenth year of Rainbow Six Siege X continues, these changes signal Ubisoft’s commitment to improving both the gameplay experience and the community that surrounds it.