table of contents 

• Dates & Location
• Participating Teams & Tournament Format  
• Schedule  
• Y11 Reveal Panel 
• 1V1 Now by Xbox Game Pass
• Event Activities  
• Cosplay
• Broadcast Talent  
• Merch & Popup Store  
• Where to Watch  
• Watch Parties  
• Sale on Pro Team Bundles and Weapon Skins 
• Twitch Drops 
• Predictions 
• Heartbeats 
• Safety Guidelines 
• Privacy & Image Rights

dates & location

The tournament will unfold across three action-packed phases over two weeks: 

Phase 1: February 2-6, 2026 - not open to public  

Phase 2: February 8-11, 2026 - not open to public  

Phase 3 (Finals): February 13-15, 2026 - open to the public at Adidas Arena 

venue details 

The Adidas Arena is a state-of-the-art venue located in Paris, offering an immersive experience for fans and players alike. 

Address: 56 Boulevard Ney, 75018, Paris 

ticket information 

Tickets are available for purchase through Ticketmaster HERE. 

age restriction 

The event is open to everyone aged 16 and older. Fans aged 16 and 17 are permitted to attend, provided they present a valid written parental consent form upon entry. 

The parental consent form can be found below:  

• Parental consent form (English version) 
• Parental consent form (French version)

The event is not open to anyone aged 16-years-old or below. 

A valid photo ID with date of birth will be required for entry.

Event staff will be stationed in the queuing lanes to verify IDs and collect parental consent forms directly.

adidas arena door opening times 

February 13: Doors open at 10:00AM

February 14: Doors open at 12:00PM

February 15: Doors open at 1:00PM

NOTE: Doors will open at the scheduled time only. No early entry will be available for Elite / Carré Or at this event.

To enter the venue, separate queues will be available at the arena:

• Ticket holders (all categories): Hall Sud – Main Entrance
• Cosplayers: Hall Ouest – Side Entrance

Please follow the on-site directions for the exact locations.

Fans will receive a charm card upon entry to the venue, which can be redeemed online for in-game items.

Elite / Carré Or ticket holders can collect their merchandise bundles from a dedicated, clearly signposted area on-site.

participating teams & tournament format

Here are the 20 teams qualified for the Six Invitational 2026. The following teams have secured their spot in the competition by earning points in the Global Standings through the Regional Leagues, the Rainbow Six Major during the season and the Last Chance Qualifiers: 

Group A 

• Weibo Gaming (APL) 
• M80 (NAL) 
• BNX FEARX (APL)
• Ninja in Pyjamas (SAL) 
• Team Heretics (EML LCQ)

Group B 

• Team Falcons (EML) 
• FURIA (SAL) 
• Elevate (APL) 
• Wildcard (NAL) 
• Daystar (APL LCQ)

Group C 

• FaZe Clan (SAL) 
• G2 Esports (EML) 
• Shopify Rebellion (NAL) 
• Dplus KIA (APL) 
• Black Dragons (SAL LCQ)

Group D

• Spacestation Gaming (NAL) 
• Team Secret (EML) 
• Fluxo W7M (SAL) 
• ENTERPRISE Esports (APL) 
• Oxygen Esports (NAL LCQ)

The 20 teams were seeded as follows:

• Seed 1: Regional Finals Winners
• Seed 2: Munich Major Winner and Teams ranked 1st to 3rd in the Global Standings
• Seed 3: Teams ranked 4th to 7th in the Global Standings
• Seed 4: Teams ranked 8th to 11th in the Global Standings
• Seed 5: LCQ Winners

competitive format 

Group Stage - February 2-6 

The 20 participating teams will be placed into four groups of five. Within each group, all teams will play each other once. The four first teams in each group will advance to the Playoffs while the last placed teams will be knocked out of the tournament. 

The point attribution system is as follows: 

• 4 points for a 2:0 win 
• 3 points for a 2:1 win 
• 1 point for a 1:2 loss 
• 0 points for a 0:2 loss

Playoffs - February 8-11

16 teams will qualify for the Playoffs from the Group Stage and will face each other in a double elimination bracket where all matches will be BO3. Teams qualifying for the Playoffs will be placed in the bracket based on their seeding in the Group Stage as follows:

1st placed team in each group qualifies to the 2nd round of the Playoff Upper Bracket. 

The teams that will rank 2nd in each group, will qualify to the 1st round of the Playoff Upper Bracket. They will get to pick their opponent amongst the 3rd place finishers from any group other than their own. The pick order will be determined by comparing the scores of all 2nd place finishers. Among the 2nd place finishers, the team that ranks the highest chooses first, and so on. If two 2nd placed finishers are tied in number of points, they will be seeded following the tiebreaker rules outlined in the competition's rulebook. 4th placed teams will be in the 1st round of the Playoff Lower Bracket. 

The winners of each match will advance within their bracket, with the loser of a match in the Lower Bracket being eliminated from the competition. 

Grand Final - February 13-15 

The last six teams remaining will play in front of an audience at the Adidas Arena in hopes of lifting the famous hammer. All matches will be BO3, except for the Grand Final, which will be a BO5 to decide this season's World Champions! 

schedule

Here is the schedule of the Day One Group Stage: 

y11 reveal panel

Mark your calendars for Sunday, February 15 at 5:00 PM CET / 11:00 AM ET / 8:00 AM PT 

Watch the Y11 reveal live on the official or watch party channels to unlock an Exclusive Rare Charm! Available only on February 15 --- don't miss it! 

1v1 now by xbox game pass 

You will be able to watch the outcome of the first official 1v1 competition of Rainbow Six Siege with the final phase of the 1V1 NOW by Xbox Game Pass! 

With over 3.2K registered players from EML, NAL, SAL and APL; the best player in each region makes it to the final phase in Paris at SI. 

Stay tuned for the semi-finals on February 14 during the Late Show and the grand final on stage at the Adidas Arena in Paris on February 15 via the official R6 Esports and Xbox Twitch channels. 

event activities

six invitational 2026 merch store 

Get your official Six Invitational 2026 merch, along with items from some of the participating teams, at the on-site shop! 

Shop Opening Hours: 

• Friday, February 13: 10AM - 8:00 PM 
• Saturday, February 14: 12PM - 8:00 PM 
• Sunday, February 15: 1PM - 9:00 PM

r6 mobile booth 

Meet the team bringing Rainbow Six to mobile at the Rainbow Six Mobile booth during Six Invitational 2026. Play the game, talk directly with the Rainbow Six Mobile dev team, and experience tactical PvP intensity on mobile. 

Don't miss the Rainbow Six Mobile photobooth, located near the entrance, for a quick photo stop! 

partner activities 

Blacklyte will have a dedicated activation space/booth where fans can explore Blacklyte products and participate in various activations and events happening throughout the weekend. 

Xbox will feature a dedicated playing room with a 1v1 setup, offering fans the opportunity to jump into competitive gameplay. Designed as a focused experience, the space invites fans to play, explore, and discover games in an environment optimized for immersion and performance. 

meet & greets 

Get ready to meet your favorite professional teams and creators during the event! 

• Professional Teams: Meet & Greets with professional teams will be scheduled based on their availability on-site. 
• Creators: Enjoy Meet & Greets with creators throughout the weekend.

Stay tuned for the latest updates and schedules by following us on X: @R6esports 

cosplay

Cosplayers are welcome and celebrated at the Six Invitational 2026. They bring life to our universe and enhance the overall experience of our events. Their creativity, diversity, and craftsmanship will amaze the fans. Feel free to interact with cosplayers and request photos, but please always ask for their consent first. 

Please note that real firearms and weapons are strictly prohibited within the venue. Helmets, goggles, and makeup are allowed, but all helmets and face-covering items must be removed upon entry. 

The costumes: 

• Should not pose any danger to others and/or yourself. 
• Must follow specific requirements as part of the rules for cosplay which can be found in the cosplay guidelines. 
• Must not contain any symbols or markings forbidden by local legislation. 
• Must be inspected and validated by on-site security personnel. 
• Must be kept covered or hidden during transportation to the venue. 
• Please consider changing into your costume at the venue.

A changing room will be available on-site, located directly in front of the cosplayers' entrance. It will provide easy access to restrooms, mirrors, adequate lighting, and storage for costumes and props. 

Cosplayers must enter the venue through a dedicated queue on the west side of the arena (left from the public entrance). Follow the signs labeled "COSPLAY". A specific queuing lane will be in place, and all attendees will undergo security screening upon entry. 

Keep in mind that the venue staff won't be allowed to keep/store rejected accessories at the venue. All rejected items must leave the perimeter of the venue at the time of decision. 

When traveling to and from the venue, please be aware that not everyone knows about cosplay. Realistic costumes and/or accessories could cause fear for the safety of the public. 

We strongly recommend changing into your costume at the venue itself. 

This is also for your own benefit as it could avoid unnecessary intervention from local authorities. 

The entire Cosplay Policy is available below: 

English version HERE and French version HERE

broadcast talent

Here is the broadcast talent line-up for the event: 

Ghassan "Milosh" Finge / Robert "Manic" Munday / Iain Chambers  / Jesse Chick / Jack "Fresh" Allen / Anne "FastAnne" Janssen / Gabriel "LaXInG" Mirelez / Davide "FoxA" Bucci / Niclas "Pengu" Mouritzen / Parker "Interro" Mackay / Tim "AceOfPyrite" Leaver / Derry "Dezachu" Holt / Emi "Fluke" Donaldson / Michael "Guzz" Gurrie / Jake "Zenox" Venditti / Léo "Alphama" Robine / James "DevMarta" Stewart / Maria Bonino / Harry "Demo" Dempster

merch & pop-up store

In addition to merchandise available at the event venue, an official Six Invitational pop-up store will be open to fans throughout the Finals week. 

The pop-up store will feature: 

• An exclusive and extended merchandise lineup available only at the pop-up store 
• A dedicated playing room featuring a 1v1 setup 
• An exhibition area highlighting the history of the Rainbow Six franchise and its esports legacy

Address: 23 Rue du Sentier, 75002, Paris 

Dates: February 9 to 15 

where to watch 

Catch every moment live on the official Rainbow Six channels.

Broadcast Channels: 

• English (stream A): Twitch 
• English (stream B): Twitch 
• English: YouTube 
• English: TikTok 
• English: Steam 
• German: Twitch 
• Portuguese: Twitch 
• Portuguese: YouTube 
• French: Twitch 
• French: YouTube 
• Japanese: Twitch 
• Japanese: YouTube 
• Spanish: Twitch 
• Spanish: YouTube 
• Arabic: Twitch 
• Arabic: YouTube 
• Chinese: BiliBili

watch parties 

The Six Invitational 2026 will feature online Watch Parties. Stay tuned on X at @R6esports for more information on the list of selected streamers and content creators broadcasting the event. 

sale on pro team bundles and weapon skins 

For the duration of Six Invitational 2026, from February 2 to 15, we are offering a 20% discount on Pro Team Bundles and Weapon Skins purchasable directly on the Esports page of the in-game store and R6 Esports shop. 

twitch drops 

Get ready for some thrilling Twitch Drops on the official R6 channels throughout the entire event! 

How Drops Work

Register your account by visiting https://drops-register.ubi.com and linking your Twitch account with your Ubisoft account. You will then be prompted to activate the Drops feature. Please make sure your accounts are linked before starting the stream. 

predictions 

Throughout the tournament, you will be able to make predictions about which teams will advance to the next stage of the Six Invitational 2026. Make accurate predictions to win exclusive in-game rewards! Get your predictions locked in here! 

heartbeats, a six invitational miniseries 

Dive into the heartfelt stories of Rainbow Six Siege players as they share their deep connection to the game and its esports community. Each episode highlights a unique journey, weaving together personal triumphs, challenges, and passion for Siege. Though each narrative stands alone, the series culminates in a powerful shared moment at the Six Invitational. A celebration of the players, their love for Siege, and the vibrant R6 esports scene. Watch here and become part of the story! 

safety guidelines 

Elements of the show potentially trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. 

Attendee discretion is advised. 

Cosplay is encouraged but will be subject to additional screening and restrictions. 

Prohibited Items 

• Weapons of any kind (firearms, knives, etc.); 
• Cutting tools (scissors, nail clippers, razors). 
• Backpacks larger than 30cm X 30cm X 15cm* (12" x 12" x 6"); 
• Electronic devices larger than a mobile phone (e.g. laptops, tablets, etc.); 
• Photo/video cameras with detachable lenses; 
• GoPros and DJI Osmo Pocket cameras are tolerated; 
• Flags on pole and/or larger than 1m x 1m (39in X 39in); 
• Signs larger than a poster board (56cm x 71cm (22'' X 28'')); 
• Glass/plastic bottles, cans and/or flask (over 50cl/500ml); 
• Outside food/beverage; 
• Alcoholic beverages; 
• Illegal drugs; 
• Laser pointers.

The entire list of prohibited items is available below: 

LIST OF PROHIBITED ITEMS

English version HERE and French version HERE

privacy & image rights 

By entering the Six Invitational 2026 premises, please acknowledge that you may be filmed by Ubisoft and/or its production agencies creating content about Rainbow Six Esports and the Six Invitational 2026. 

Ubisoft and/or its partnered production agencies may use your image and your voice during the live broadcast of this event, and after the event to create videos which may be displayed on the internet and social media for commercial and marketing purposes. In consequence, your image and voice may be visible to the public for as long as the videos remain available on the internet and on social media. Entering the Six Invitational 2025 premise means you consent to being filmed by Ubisoft and/or its partnered production agencies in the conditions. If you do not want to be filmed, please contact our staff members as soon as possible to the following contact address: esports-security@ubisoft.com 

Please note that your image and likeness may be transferred to non-European countries that ensure an adequate level of protection according to the European Commission, or within the framework of the standard data protection clauses adopted by the European Commission. 

You may exercise your rights regarding your personal data by creating a Data Request here: https://support.ubisoft.com/faqs/35367 

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