Rainbow Six Siege Brings First Official 1V1 to Si 2026

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Rainbow Six Siege’s flagship event, the Six Invitational, will add a new competitive lane in Paris this year. Ubisoft is introducing 1V1 NOW by Xbox Game Pass, the game’s first officially organized 1v1 circuit in its decade of esports. The format expands on Siege’s 5v5 roots, where Attackers and Defenders duel across bomb sites and the first team to reach seven rounds takes the match. After an open sign-up phase that drew over 3.2k registered players across four regions, one finalist per region advances to the stage. The semi-finals are set for February 14, with the grand final on February 15 at Paris’s Adidas Arena, featuring a $5,000 prize pool.

What's New with 1V1 Now

The 1v1 format, once a community training staple, has surged in popularity thanks to leading creators such as Jynxzi and Spoit. Ubisoft is now formalizing that duel mentality with an official circuit, marking the first sanctioned 1v1 tournament for Rainbow Six Siege. The Six Invitational remains the final stop of the esports season, and this year it also spotlights pure individual skill – aim, map knowledge, and timing – without team safety nets.

Who Made the Cut

Four players emerged from open competition across Europe/MENA, North America, Asia Pacific and South America. Each will compete in Paris for a place in the grand final and a share of the prize pool.

Table – 1V1 Now Regional Finalists

The list below outlines the regional representatives and their competitive circuits. Each name reflects the official brackets from the open qualifiers.

Schedule and Streams

The bracket plays out over two days in Paris. Semi-finals will run on February 14, followed by the on-stage grand final at the Adidas Arena on February 15. Matches will be broadcast live on official channels:

• R6 Esports on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/rainbow6
• Xbox on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/xbox

Read also our article: Xbox Weekly Lineup: What’s Launching February 17-20 and Why It Matters

Key Facts at a Glance

• First official 1v1 tournament organized by Ubisoft for Rainbow Six Siege.
• Over 3.2k registered players from Europe/MENA, North America, Asia Pacific, and South America.
• One finalist per region advances to the Six Invitational stage in Paris.
• Prize pool: $5,000 shared among finalists.
• SI is the final event of the R6 Esports year.

Final Takeaway – Solo Skill Takes the Spotlight

Rainbow Six Siege’s 1V1 NOW pivots the focus from coordinated 5v5 tactics to personal mastery under pressure. For players and viewers alike, it’s a clear test of mechanics and map sense on the biggest Siege stage of the year.