Your guide to the BLAST R6 Osaka November Major
2026年11月3日The BLAST R6 Osaka Major is almost here!
The final Major of the year heads to the beautiful city of Osaka, Japan, from November 6 - 15.
Starting November 13, we will meet at the ATC Hall for the Playoffs and Finals to watch the world’s top Siege teams compete for a share of the $600,000 USD prize pool, valuable SI points to land a spot at the Six Invitational 2027 in São Paulo, and international glory.
Here's everything you need to know before the action begins.
contents
- Dates & Location
- Participating Teams & Tournament Format
- Year 11 Season 4 Reveal Panel
- Activities at the Event
- Pop-Up Store
- Cosplay Policy
- Watch Parties
- Where to Watch
- Match Predictions
- Sales on Pro Team Bundles and Weapon Skins
- Twitch Drops
- Prize Pool
- Safety Measures
- Age Restrictions
- Privacy & Image Rights
- Stay in Touch!
dates & location
The tournament will unfold across three action-packed phases over nine days:
Phase 1: Play-In
- November 6 & 7
- Played behind closed doors
Phase 2: Swiss Phase
- November 8 to 11
- Played behind closed doors
Phase 3: Playoffs & Finals
- November 13 to 15
- Open to the public
Venue: ATC Hall
Adress: 〒559-0034 Hall Division 2-1-10 Nankokita, Suminoe-ku, Osaka, Japan.
| Date | Gate Opening Time | Show Start | Show End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday 13th | 08:30 a.m.* | 09:15 a.m. | 11:30 p.m. |
| Saturday 14th | 09:15 a.m.* | 10:00 a.m. | 5:00 p.m. |
| Sunday 15th | 09:15 a.m.* | 10:00 a.m. | 5:30 p.m. |
*Early Entry for Elite and Diamond ticket holders will be 60 minutes before the times shown above (07:30 a.m. for Friday and 08:15 a.m. for Saturday and Sunday).
participating teams & tournament format
The BLAST R6 Osaka Major will host the top 20 teams from around the world in front of a live audience.
Fans attending in-person can look forward to merch booths, community activities, and an unforgettable weekend filled with Siege.
Here are the 20 qualified teams that will compete in Osaka:
The tournament follows the standard BLAST Major structure:
Phase 1 - Play-In: 8 teams fight for the last 4 spots in a double elimination format.
Phase 2 - Swiss Phase: 16 teams play in a Swiss format and the top 8 advance.
Phase 3 - Playoffs & Finals: Direct elimination bracket in Osaka’s live stage.
year 11 season 4 reveal panel
The new season of Siege is almost here! Want to see how your feedback will impact balancing & content in Y11S4? Tune in for the Reveal Panel hosted by Joshua Mills (R6 Siege Creative Director) & Christopher Budgen (R6 Siege Game Director).
Mark your calendars for Sunday, November 15.
- 11:30 a.m. JST (local time)
- 11:30 p.m. BRT
- 9:30 p.m. ET
- 6:30 p.m. PT
- 3:30 a.m. CET
Watch the reveal panel live or through watch parties to unlock an exclusive Reveal Charm (available only on November 15).
activities at the event
There is plenty to see and do on-site at the BLAST R6 Osaka Major beyond matches themselves.
Here's what you can look forward to throughout the weekend:
- Merch booth
- Meet & Greet
- Photobooth
- Demo booth
- XBOX booth
- Gatchapon machine
- Rallye Point booth
- Food Stands
Merch Store opening times (subject to change):
- Friday, November 13: 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- Saturday, November 14: 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Sunday, November 15: 8:15 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Elite & Diamond ticket holders will have a dedicated queue to grab their merch packages.
pop-up store
Visit the official pop-up store, featuring a wide range of Rainbow Six merchandise as well as exclusive items.
The store will be open from November 7 - 16, from 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Address: Dojima Avanza 2F/3F, 1-6-20 Dojima, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka, 530-0003, Japan.
Learn more about the available merch and exclusive items here.
cosplay policy
We can't wait to see all the amazing cosplays you've been preparing and perfecting on-site in Osaka!
You will find a dedicated room to get changed into your cosplay at the venue.
To help you get ready, please read the full BLAST R6 Osaka Major Cosplay Policy:
where to watch
Catch every moment of the Major live on the official R6 Siege broadcast channels:
English:
Japanese:
Portuguese:
French:
Chinese:
watch parties
If you’re in Tokyo or Osaka in November, we’ve got something exciting for you: the OSAKA MAJOR × HUB Watch Party!
Join fans from Japan and across the globe to watch the Osaka Major live in HUB, the country’s go-to British-style pub chain.
Venues:
- Osaka: HUB Umeda Chayamachi Applause
- Tokyo: HUB Akihabara
Date and time: Starts at 12:00 p.m. JST for all Osaka Major days - Phase 1 (November 6 to 7), Phase 2 (November 8 to 11), Phase 3 (November 13 to 15).
Stay tuned on X at @R6esports for more information on the list of selected streamers and content creators broadcasting the event.
match predictions
Match Predictions are live for the BLAST R6 Osaka Major and will run throughout the competition until November 15.
Predictions let you put your Rainbow Six Siege Esports knowledge to the test by guessing which teams will advance and who will come out on top throughout the BLAST R6 Osaka Major.
Earn points for every correct prediction and reach different milestones to unlock in-game rewards along the way. Precise predictions can earn you cumulative rewards in the form of Alpha Packs.
For all the details about predictions, read our blogpost, or head to the Predictions page, make your picks, and see how many you can get right!
sales on pro team bundles and weapon skins
Support your favorite teams and celebrate the BLAST R6 Osaka Major with a special sale!
Enjoy 20% off all items in the R6 Esports Shop for the duration of the event, including Pro Team Bundles and Esports weapon skins.
Don't miss this deal while the Major is live!
twitch drops
Link your Ubisoft and Twitch accounts, watch the BLAST R6 Osaka November Major streams, and every qualifying view will hand you a piece of the event's limited-edition loot.
In total, 20 esport packs and 8 exclusive items, including weapon skins, operator cosmetics, and a special Reveal Charm, can be earned along the way.
All items drop automatically as you meet the view-time thresholds. Just stay tuned, claim what you earn, and flaunt the exclusive R6 BLAST Osaka Major cosmetics in-game.
Check out all the details about Twitch Drops in our dedicated blogpost.
prize pool
The total prize pool of BLAST R6 Osaka November Major is $600.000 USD.
The prize pool will be awarded as follows, based on the final rankings after the event's conclusion:
| Place | Prize (USD) |
|---|---|
| 1st | $200,000 |
| 2nd | $102,000 |
| 3rd - 4th | $50,000 |
| 5th - 8th | $22,000 |
| 9th - 11th | $16,000 |
| 12th - 16th | $10,000 |
| 17th - 20th | $3,000 |
safety measures
Elements of the show can potentially trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy.
Cosplay is encouraged but will be subject to additional screening and restrictions. Please read the full Cosplay Policy above.
age restrictions
Please be aware that this event is strictly for attendees aged 15 and over. Attendees under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All attendees under 18 must leave the venue by 10:00 p.m. unless accompanied by a parent or guardian aged 18 or over.
This policy is in place to ensure a safe and appropriate environment for all attendees. If you're planning to attend, please make sure to bring valid ID to confirm your age at the venue.
privacy & image rights
By entering the BLAST R6 Osaka Major premises, please acknowledge that you may be filmed by Ubisoft and/or BLAST and/or their production agencies creating content about R6 Siege Esports and the R6 Osaka Major.
Ubisoft and/or BLAST and/or their 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 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 BLAST R6 Osaka Major premises means you consent to being filmed by Ubisoft and/or BLAST and/or their partnered production agencies. 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
You may exercise your rights regarding your personal data by creating a Data Request here.
stay in touch!
Don't miss anything about Rainbow Six Esports by following us on X at @R6esports and @Rainbow6Game, also on Instagram, TikTok and on our website.
Want to follow the action? Tune in to watch the competition on Twitch and YouTube.
