What changed in Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege in 2016

Casual matches have their own MMR system, independent of ranked play.

No fixed number of Diamond players; skill distribution determines Diamond status.

Changes made to the matchmaking and ranking systems to improve match balance and skill representation.

New system has led to more balanced matches, with a notable reduction in shutout results.

Personal performance does not directly impact MMR; winning is the key factor.

Casual matches have their own MMR system, separate from Ranked.

Changes made to improve the matchmaking and ranking systems in Operation Red Crow.

MMR updates are now based solely on match outcomes, with larger adjustments for unexpected results.

Average disparity in skill level between opposing teams has been cut in half with the new system.

MMR now reflects only player skill, removing the progression aspect that previously influenced ranks.

Individual performance metrics like kills do not directly impact MMR; winning is prioritized.

Average skill disparity between opposing teams has been cut in half, leading to more balanced matches.

MMR is now solely based on player skill, removing the previous progression system that allowed rank grinding.

A hard reset of skill estimations allows for more accurate rankings following the new system.

A hard reset of MMR values to provide a more accurate estimation of player skill.

New MMR system allows smurf accounts to reach their actual rank more quickly, reducing negative impacts.

Four new maps will be added in Spain, Hong Kong, Poland, and South Korea.

New editions include the full game and Year 2 Pass, with the Complete Edition also including the Legacy Operator Bundle.

8 new Year 2 operators across 4 Seasons will be introduced.

Year 2 Gold Edition and Complete Edition will be available, including Year 2 Pass.

The Six Invitational will take place on February 3-5, 2017, featuring major reveals for Year 2.

Players who owned the Year 1 Season Pass will receive a bonus of 600 R6 Credits.

8 new Year 2 operators across 4 Seasons will be introduced.

Year 2 Pass grants access to new operators, exclusive items, and benefits.

Players who owned the Year 1 Season Pass will receive a bonus 600 R6 Credits with the Year 2 Pass.

The Legacy Operator Bundle unlocks all 8 original Year 1 Operators for 2400 R6 Credits.

Unlocks all 8 original Year 1 Operators for 2400 R6 Credits.

Four new maps will be added in Spain, Hong Kong, Poland, and South Korea.

The Year 2 Pass grants access to new operators and exclusive content, available from November 29, 2016.

Hibana features the X-KAIROS, a 40 mm caliber launcher that fires explosive pellets for tactical assaults.

Echo utilizes the Yokai drone, which can disorient targets with ultrasonic bursts and provides video feed.

Echo, a new S.A.T. Operator, is now available for unlock.

The two S.A.T. Operators Hibana and Echo from the Red Crow Operation are now available for unlock.

Hibana, a new S.A.T. Operator, is now available for unlock.

Update to internal network library aimed at reducing connectivity issues in future patches.

Caveira can now successfully complete interrogations even if an enemy player quits.

Updated to the latest internal network library to enhance reliability and reduce connectivity issues in future patches.

Caveira can now successfully complete interrogations even if an enemy player quits.

Unlocking additional Operators in the Starter Edition requires 12,500 renown, compared to 500-2,000 in the Standard Edition.

The Starter Edition works with the Season Pass for immediate access to eight post-launch Operators.

New players get immediate access to two randomly chosen Operators from a pool of six.

Players can utilize Daily and Weekly Challenges for Renown boosts just like Standard Edition players.

Starter Edition includes access to all maps, modes, level progression, weapon options, and matchmaking without restrictions.

Players can purchase a $35/€35 R6 Credits Bundle for instant access to all 16 remaining Operators.

Players can purchase instant access to all 16 remaining Operators with a $35/€35 R6 Credits Bundle.

New players get immediate access to two randomly chosen Operators from a pool of six.

The Starter Edition offers full access to all maps and Operators with a unique unlocking system for new players.

Unlocking additional Operators in the Starter Edition requires 12,500 renown, compared to 500-2,000 renown in the Standard Edition.

The Starter Edition offers full access to all maps and Operators, with a unique unlocking system for new players.

Players can participate in Daily and Weekly Challenges to earn Renown more quickly.

The Starter Edition works with the Season Pass, granting access to eight post-launch Operators.

Starter Edition includes access to all maps, modes, level progression, and post-launch content without restrictions.

Maintenance scheduled on August 31st, 2016, from 11:00am to 11:30am EDT.

Maintenance on August 31st from 11:00am to 11:30am EDT, during which online services will be unavailable.

Short and medium range raw damage for semi-automatic shotguns reduced by approximately 25-30%.

Detection range of Pulse’s Heartbeat Sensor is reduced from 13m to 9m.

Detection range of Pulse’s Heartbeat Sensor is reduced from 13m to 9m.

Hipfire and ADS cone of dispersion for semi-automatic shotguns widened by 1.5 degrees.

Pulse can no longer instantly switch from his Heartbeat Sensor to his weapon, increasing delay from 0.4s to 1.2s.

Pulse can no longer instantly switch from his Heartbeat Sensor to his weapon, increasing delay from 0.4s to 1.2s.

Short and medium range raw damage for semi-automatic shotguns reduced by approximately 25-30%.

Hipfire and ADS cone of dispersion for semi-automatic shotguns increased by 1.5 degrees.

Beginning bans for players detected using cheating software by BattlEye.

Beginning bans for players detected using cheating software by BattlEye.

PC servers will be offline for scheduled maintenance on August 9, 2016.

Correcting an issue that has caused players to be connected to the wrong Data Center, leading to an elevated ping.

Correcting an issue that has caused players to be connected to the wrong Data Center, leading to an elevated ping.

Servers will be offline for BattlEye deployment on July 27th from 11:00am to 11:59am EDT.

Servers will be offline for maintenance to deploy BattlEye on July 27th.

Black Ice Super 90 skin and Trapper headgear are now available in Frost's Frozen Bundle.

Black Ice Super 90 skin and Trapper headgear available in Frost's Frozen Bundle.

GSG9 Racer weapon skins are now available for players.

SAS Racer weapon skin is now available in the shop.

GSG9 Racer weapon skin is now available in the shop.

SAS Racer weapon skins are now available for players.

Unlock the exclusive Poutine weapon skin, charm, and Fleurdelisé headgear designed for Buck.

Unlock the exclusive Poutine weapon skin, charm, and Fleurdelisé headgear designed for Buck.

The FBI and GIGN Racer Weapon Skins are now available in the shop.

The FBI and GIGN Racer Weapon Skins are now available for purchase.

Renown Boosters now provide 100% extra Renown for the player and up to 190% total bonus Renown for the team.

Renown Boosters now provide 100% extra Renown, with potential total bonuses up to 190%.

Players who team kill will face temporary bans, escalating to permanent bans for repeated offenses.

New penalties for team killing in Ranked PVP, including temporary bans and renown penalties.

Kapkan can now place his gadget at any height, with reduced laser intensity and audibility.

Kapkan can now place his gadget at any height, with reduced laser intensity and audibility.

The jamming zone of Mute's Signal Disruptor increased from 1.5 meters to 2.25 meters.

The jamming zone of Mute's Signal Disruptor increased from 1.5 meters to 2.25 meters.

Diamond weapon skin is now available for purchase in the store.

Diamond Weapon Skin is now available for purchase in the store.

Permanent bans on first offense for cheaters have been added to the Code of Conduct.

Permanent bans on first offense for cheaters have been added to the Code of Conduct.

Vintage headgear for Thatcher, Rook, and Glaz is now available in the store.

Vintage headgear for Thatcher, Rook, and Glaz is now available in the store.

Unlock the Bundeswehr weapon skin for all GSG 9 weapons.

Unlocks the Bundeswehr weapon skin for all GSG 9 weapons.

Gain an additional 50% Renown after every match until Monday at 12:01pm EDT.

Gain an additional 50% Renown after every match from now through Monday at 12:01pm EDT.

Wrap your GIGN weapons in the luxury of the Royal weapon skin. This weapon skin bundle is for all GIGN weapons.

The Fracture, Jawbreaker, Bones, and Mandible headgear are now available for the FBI SWAT CTU.

The Fracture, Jawbreaker, Bones, and Mandible headgear are now available for the FBI SWAT CTU.

Unlock the Original 20 Operator's Icon charms for your weapons. These charms are universal and can be equipped on any weapon in your load out.

Unlock the Original 20 Operator's Icon charms for your weapons. These charms are universal and can be equipped on any weapon in your load out.

Maintenance windows for PS4, XB1, and PC to apply the update.

Access to two new Operators, an exclusive R6 Gold weapon charm, and Smoke's Nuclear headgear.

Maintenance windows for PS4, XB1, and PC to apply the update.

Scheduled maintenance to apply Update 3.0 and kick off Operation Dust Line.

Scheduled maintenance to apply Update 3.0 and kick off Operation Dust Line.

Get 2 extra daily challenges and 600 R6 Credits.

Get 2 extra daily challenges and 600 R6 Credits.

Includes 6 premium weapon skins and a 5% Renown booster.

Next content update Operation Dust Line will be released on May 11th.

Access to two new Operators, an exclusive R6 Gold weapon charm, and Smoke's Nuclear headgear.

Includes 6 premium weapon skins and a 5% Renown booster.

Get the six original bundles for 50k Renown or 1,800 R6 Credits, for a limited time.

Get the six original bundles for 50k Renown or 1,800 R6 Credits, for a limited time.

Next content update Operation Dust Line will be released on May 11th.

Exclusive Pro League weapon skins available until May 6th, with 30% of purchases going to qualified teams.

Exclusive Pro League weapon skins available until May 6th, with 30% of purchases supporting qualified teams.

6 new weapon skin bundles are now available in the shop: Spetsnaz, SAS, JTF2, FBI, GSG9, and GIGN.

The JTF 2 Black Ice Bundle allows you to equip your JTF 2 specific weapons with the Black Ice skin, available for a limited time.

The JTF 2 Black Ice Bundle is now available for a limited time, allowing players to equip JTF 2 specific weapons with the Black Ice skin.

The GSG9 Black Ice Bundle allows players to equip GSG9 specific weapons with the Black Ice skin, available for a limited time.

The GSG9 Black Ice Bundle is now available, allowing players to equip GSG9 specific weapons with the Black Ice skin for a limited time.

Unlock The Division® weapon skin for the UMP45 by playing The Division® with the same Uplay account.

Unlock The Division® weapon skin for the UMP45 by playing The Division® with the same Uplay account.

Log in to receive the 'Lucky' weapon skin for Thermite during the St. Patrick's Day event.

Log in to receive the 'Lucky' weapon skin for Thermite during the St. Patrick's Day event.

Fix for frequent in-game crashes experienced by some PC players after the latest UplayPC update.

The SAS Black Ice Bundle allows you to equip your SAS specific weapons with the Black Ice skin, available for a limited time.

Fix to prevent players from accessing IP information of opposing team’s players.

Fix for frequent in-game crashes experienced by some PC players after the latest UplayPC update.

The SAS Black Ice Bundle is now available, allowing players to equip SAS specific weapons with the Black Ice skin.

Fix to prevent players from accessing IP information of opposing team’s players.

Amethyst weapon skin is now available for application to any weapon in your loadout.

A new weapon skin, Amethyst, is now available for players to apply to any weapon in their loadout.

Various fixes related to user interface problems.

Two brand new operators with unique weapons and gadgets.

Various balancing adjustments to improve gameplay.

Various user interface corrections.

Changes made to enhance player comfort during gameplay.

Other various bug fixes not categorized.

Various fixes to improve gameplay experience.

Improvements to online gameplay stability.

Various fixes related to gameplay issues.

Allows players to create custom 5v5 games with an 11th player observing.

Adjustments made to the game playlists.

Two brand new operators with unique weapons and gadgets.

Changes aimed at enhancing overall player experience.

Adjustments made to the game playlists.

Allows players to create custom 5v5 games with an observer and Tactical View.

Corrections made to level design issues.

Fixes addressing online connectivity issues.

Improvements aimed at enhancing overall game experience.

A luxurious yacht that has been breached and is now a playable map.

Fixes related to level design issues.

A luxurious yacht that has been breached and is now a new battleground.

Addressed the failed data synchronization issue with a potential full fix.

Implemented a potential full fix for the loading screen freeze issue.

Attempted to resolve the loading screen freeze issue.

Resolved an exploit that allowed players to exit their zone during the preparation phase when transitioning from prone to standing.

Enhanced error tracking for easier issue identification.

Added a configuration that allows for an insta-kill for Defenders exiting their zone during the preparation phase.

Addressed the failed data synchronization issue.

Improved positioning and shooting replication by updating the server tick rate for console users to 60 times per second.

Addressed a known error; refer to the High Priority Issues for more information.

Changed session authentication operation requests to use the per data center proxy instead of the Dev one.

Resolved an issue where players could exit their zone during the preparation phase when transitioning from prone to standing.

Added configuration for insta-kill for Defenders exiting their zone during the preparation phase.

Cheating countermeasures have been improved, with a new banning policy that permanently bans detected cheaters.

Updated the server tick rate for console users to improve positioning and shooting replication.

Addressed various smaller connectivity and crash issues.

Implemented fixes for reconnecting to Ranked matches after closing the game or quitting.

All cheaters detected by the system will be banned permanently, removing the previous three-day ban for first offenses.

Enhanced error tracking for easier issue identification.

Addressed various smaller connectivity and crash issues.

Implemented fixes for reconnect and abandon messages for players leaving Ranked matches.

PC users can now change their default data centers in the game settings file.

Updated the server tick rate for all PC users to improve positioning and shooting replication.

The Season Passes temporary activation for issue identification purposes has now ended.

Refined the quality of PVP matches with more evenly matched opponents.

PC users can now change their default data centers in the game settings file.

Fixed various online flow issues including loading screen freeze.

Re-activated the player skill rank display.

Fixed a bug where the red blocker wall was not present on a window in the holding room for Defenders.

Fixed audio issues related to game constraints and snapped apps on XB1.

Fixed a bug where the Tier 5 faded skin for the FBI’s 5.7 USG pistol didn’t unlock after purchase.

Fixed various online flow issues including loading screen freeze.

Ranked matches HUD synch with Casual update has been applied.

Fixed minor collision issues on House, Clubhouse, Kanal, and Russian Café.

Ranked matches HUD synch with Casual update has been applied.

Fixed audio issues related to game constraints and snapped apps on XB1.

The temporary activation for everyone for issue identification purposes has ended.

Refined the quality of PVP matches with more evenly matched opponents.

Fixed a bug where the Tier 5 faded skin for the FBI’s 5.7 USG pistol didn’t unlock after purchase.

Re-activated the player skill rank display.

Fixed a bug where the red blocker wall was missing on a window in the holding room for Defenders.

Updated the server tick rate for all PC users to improve positioning and shooting replication.

Fixed some lighting issues on various maps.

Fixed some lighting issues on various maps.

Fixed minor collision issues on House, Clubhouse, Kanal, and Russian Café.

Fixed an issue where players would get stuck when walking, running, or at the end of a rappel.

Fixed an issue where players would get stuck when walking, running, or at the end of a rappel.