With the new free-to-play model across all systems forRainbow Six Siege X, it’s no surprise that dozens of new players are jumping into the game. But if beginners haven’t learned by now, this is not an easy game to get into. You’ll die quite often, and understanding why you died each time is vital to getting better.
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There’s a lot to offer to get new players involved in Rainbow Six Siege X, but it isn’t like the old players went anywhere.
Another key aspect is choosing the right operator to learn with. Not every operator isbeginner-friendly. Newcomers benefit more with someone who has a straightforward kit and minimal recoil on weapons so that you can focus on developing skills and learning the basics. There are a handful of Siege X operators that can help steer your starting games in the right direction.
Not every operator in this list is an S-tier designed for ranked play. Although we will include operators with a reliable build, we’re focusing more on ease of use rather than pure effectiveness.
Side: Attacker
Primary Weapons
Secondary Weapons
Sledge is easily one of the best operators for Siege X beginners thanks to his simplicity and how well-rounded he is. He has a direct approach to breaching thanks to his massive sledgehammer. And he’s perfect for both close-combat and ranged gunfights.
The equipment isn’t difficult either. Frag and stun grenades are staples, and they’re some of the best tools to use to grow accustomed to different types of gameplay. Even the EMP is useful when you want to discover other ways to take down an enemy’s defense without just killing them.
Side: Defender
Rook is the go-to operator for basic team protection. His unique ability allows him to lay out a pack of armor, giving the team a little boost in safety. It’s not flashy, but it works, especially for beginners who want to contribute a bit more on the defense side of things.
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With his loadout options, you may play around with different approaches until you find one that works best. The shotgun hits hard yet slow. If you want to sacrifice a little damage for more speed, then the submachine gun is the better take. As for the equipment, the proximity alarm is another solid way you can help the team without being front of the line as it’ll detect enemy location for everyone.
For beginners who want a more proactive defender to start with in Rainbow Six Siege X, Kapkan is a reliable operator. He has a good amount of speed and health to stay in the battle longer, so feel free to put yourself out there a little more with him. The camera is great for gathering intel, but what we’re really here for is his Entry Denial Device (EDD).
This is a beautiful way to not just slow down enemies, but potentially take them out entirely. When this trap is set up and triggered, it explodes, revealing enemy location and possibly injuring or downing them. You can catch multiple people in it too. The only tough thing you’ll encounter is learning the best areas to set the EDD up.
Thermite is a fun alternate breacher for beginners if you don’t want to go for Sledge. Rather than a giant weapon, Thermite wields an exothermite charge. This tears down reinforced walls, which gives you near-unlimited breaching options. Thanks to its large range, it works just as well on the likes of hatches and floors.
Although Thermite has some good health and speed, he works best alongside a team that can help keep him and his setups safe. This is because quite a few gadgets on the defensive side can ruin his charge. So, using Thermite can help you developbetter strategic moveson the attacking side.
Out of the beginner-friendly operators in Siege X, Twitch teeters on the edge. She is useful for newcomers, but it does require a bit more finesse on your end to use her effectively. Her drone is incredibly useful for scouting, but you have to be careful with it. An eagle-eyed defender can easily spot it and destroy it before you get any good recon.
And you want that drone to last as long as possible. Not only is it good for recon, but it can destroy defender traps. They can even harm the enemy with the tasing feature, but use that as a last resort on a downed enemy or to bait them elsewhere while your teammates flank. Twitch is a strong opportunity for newcomers to understand just how drones work and how to pick through a defender’s setups without being in harm’s way.
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