Ubisoft is reportedly developing a new entry in its Rainbow Six Vegas series, almost 18 years after the release of Rainbow Six Vegas 2. The information, provided by Insider Gaming, indicates the game is currently in early development at Ubisoft Montreal and carries the codename Spades.
This new project is said to be one of three currently underway at Ubisoft Montreal, with another reportedly also set within the Rainbow Six universe. According to Insider Gaming, the upcoming title is more likely to be a true sequel, tentatively referred to as Vegas 3, rather than a remake of previous games in the series.
Returning to Rainbow Six Vegas After Two Decades
The original Rainbow Six Vegas launched in 2006, with its sequel, Rainbow Six Vegas 2, arriving in 2008. Since then, the main focus of the franchise has shifted to Rainbow Six Siege, first released in 2015, which remains the centerpiece of the series.
Ubisoft also announced Rainbow Six Tactics, a single-player, turn-based spin-off developed by Ubisoft Paris, scheduled for release in 2027. Rainbow Six as a whole is now managed by Vantage Studios, a Ubisoft subsidiary formed last year, which also oversees other major franchises such as Assassin’s Creed and Far Cry. Tencent holds a minority 26.32% stake in Vantage Studios.
Context Within Ubisoft’s Broader Development Slate
The report on the new Rainbow Six Vegas game came amidst news about other Ubisoft projects, including two new Assassin’s Creed titles—a mainline entry set in ancient Rome and a mobile spin-off based in Jerusalem. Ubisoft recently confirmed no remakes of earlier Assassin’s Creed games are currently in development, focusing instead on new content.
No official announcement has been made regarding the new Rainbow Six Vegas title, and Insider Gaming expects it will be several years before Ubisoft confirms details publicly. Its development at Ubisoft Montreal and the project’s codename Spades suggest the company is investing in expanding the Rainbow Six universe beyond Siege.
The news holds particular interest for console players who have been awaiting a return to the Vegas sub-series, which was well-received on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 at launch. Any new release would likely target current-generation consoles alongside PC, though platform details remain unconfirmed.
At present, the most recent official information places the new Rainbow Six Vegas game in early development with no confirmed release window or platform availability beyond Ubisoft’s involvement and the Montreal studio leading development.
