Rainbow 6 Siege Game Manual
Fall 2026
📄 Official Source: View the definitive ruleset on Google Docs →
THIS TOURNAMENT IS NOT AFFILIATED WITH, SANCTIONED OR SPONSORED BY UBISOFT OR ANY OTHER GAME DEVELOPER OR PLATFORM.
1. COMPETITION
Platform & Match Format
Platforms: PC, Xbox Series S/X, or PS5
Activity: 5v5 Crossplay
Series Lengths:
- Regular Season: Play 2 maps
- Blitz: Best of 3 (BO3)
- Playoffs: Best of 3 (BO3)
2. PLAYERS
Roster Requirements
- Each team's roster must consist of at least 5 players, with up to 5 bench players
- Games can continue if one team only has 4 players show up to play
- A player may represent only one team's roster in the same MiHSEF R6 competition
3. PRE-MATCH
Lobby Setup
The Home Team will join a party together, then invite the Away Team. Once all members are in the party and have selected "Ready Up", the party leader will start the game.
Spectating Protocols
- Teams are not allowed spectators unless both teams agree
- Spectators are permitted for streaming purposes only — no communication with players during play, and the spectator must not be a member of the roster participating in the match
- A spectator caught abusing spectator mode will have their spectator rights revoked for all future matches in the season, and other penalties may be enforced at the discretion of the Tournament Officials
- A 3-minute delay is required for any streaming
4. GAME SETTINGS
Required Settings
Make sure to set these settings before creating the lobby, as most cannot be changed after.
Map Selection (pre-loaded in settings)
| BANK | BORDER | CHALET | CLUBHOUSE |
| CONSULATE | KAFE | NIGHTHAVEN LABS | OREGON |
| SKYSCRAPER |
General Settings
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| HUD Settings | Pro League |
| Game Mode | Bomb |
Match Settings
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Bans | 6 (three per team) |
| Ban Timer | 20 seconds |
| Number of Rounds | 12 |
| Attack/Defense Role Swap | 6 |
| Overtime Rounds | 3 |
| Overtime Score Difference | 2 |
| Overtime Role Changes | 1 |
| Objective Rotation Parameter | 2 |
| Objective Type for Rotation | Rounds Played |
| Pick Phase Timer | 15 seconds |
Health & Damage
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Operator HP | 100 |
| Friendly Fire Damage | 100 |
| Friendly Fire in Prep Phase | Off |
| Reverse Friendly Fire | Off |
| Injured | 20 |
Character Control & Death
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Sprint | On |
| Lean | On |
| Death Duration | 2 |
| Death Replay | Off |
Tactical Timeout
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Requests Available per Team | 1 |
| Allow Requests From | Everyone |
| Timeout Duration | 45 seconds |
Game Mode — Bomb Parameters
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Plant Duration | 7 seconds |
| Defuse Duration | 7 seconds |
| Fuse Time | 45 seconds |
| Defuser Carrier Selection | On |
| Preparation Phase Duration | 45 seconds |
| Action Phase Duration | 180 seconds |
In the event incorrect players are present or incorrect settings are loaded, the match should be stopped and reset. If a game is completed before realizing the error, the results stand.
5. GAMEPLAY
Score Reporting
- Scores must be reported in Fenworks no later than 11:59 PM on the same day as the match
- Report the number of rounds won per team
Substitutions
- Allowed during match sets (BO3) between maps when in playoffs and at championships
6. STOPPAGE OF PLAY
Disconnect Policies
- Intentionally disconnecting during the match is strictly prohibited
- If a player drops, the round will continue uninterrupted until the end of the round. The round is considered to start at the first second of the preparation phase. After the round is completed, the player who disconnected may rejoin
- At least 4 players must remain active; otherwise, the disconnecting team forfeits
- Contact a MiHSEF Tournament Official (TO) for persistent disconnect issues
Server Re-Hosting:
- Each team may request one server re-host per match, provided the first round has not been completed and first blood has not yet occurred in Round 1
- In the event that a match is rehosted, each player must select the same settings/operators as they picked at the start of the original game
- If problems persist after a re-host, the team must play with the remaining 4 players
7. RESTRICTIONS
Anti-Cheat & Conduct
- Players may receive technical defeats for using bugs
- Unfair play is defined as using scripts or programs that hack the game
- Delaying the match is strictly prohibited and may result in a technical defeat
Spawn Protection
Spawn killing within the first 3 seconds of the action phase is strictly prohibited. Doing so will result in the loss of the round for the offending team.
Permitted Customizations
- Player skins, backgrounds, victory poses, weapon skins, and charms are allowed
- Must not be currently disabled in competitive game mode
- Weapon skins, charms, and operator background cards have no restrictions
- Report disallowed cosmetics with screenshots/video evidence
Resources
- Official Rainbow 6 Siege Website
- MiHSEF Discord — For tournament updates and support
Last Updated: August 14, 2026
📋 Rule Administration & Historical Changes
📅 CHANGE LOG
| Date | Change Type | Description | Affected Section |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 2026 | Content Update | Added re-host operator lock, TO contact note, round start definition, spectator roster restriction, cosmetic clarification | Stoppage of Play, Pre-Match, Restrictions |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Content Update | Synced settings from official PDF; fixed banning count to 6 | Game Settings |
| Nov 19, 2025 | Initial Release | Fall 2025/Spring 2026 ruleset established | All |
Version Information
- Current Version: 1.2.0