Rainbow Six: Bet Types, Outcome Predictions, and More

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six is a military-themed tactical first-person shooter developed by Red Storm Entertainment and Ubisoft. Released in 2015, the game maintains a robust and active player base of around 80 million unique plays to date, transforming the game into a great betting opportunity. In this guide to Rainbow Six betting, we'll cover the game's main rules, discuss key bet types and the biggest tournaments, and provide basic tips on boosting your outcome prediction skills.

Rainbow Six: Basic Rules

Centered on strategy, team-based combat, and environmental destruction, Rainbow Six features two teams of 5 players divided into Attackers and Defenders. Attackers' must complete one of the mode objectives: defuse one of two bombs, secure the area, or rescue the hostages. In their turn, Defenders must prevent the Attackers from completing their mode objective. What's unique about R6 is that players can select an operator with a distinctive skill set from a roster of 65 characters.

The game is fast-paced, with matches divided into rounds, each lasting 3 minutes. Each match consists of six rounds, which means the first team to four wins. Tactical depth, unique operators, a competitive e-sports scene, and high replayability make Rainbow Six one of the most engaging tactical shooters in its genre.

Rainbow Six Biggest Tournaments

With millions of unique players worldwide, it's no wonder that the Rainbow Six siege betting scene boasts several top-tier tournaments with global recognition. The most prestigious events include:

• Six Invitational. Sponsored by Ubisoft, the Six Invitational attracts the best players in the world. They compete for an impressive prize pool of over $3 million and the title of world champion. The event is held annually and culminates in the competitive season.
• Six Major. Held three times a year, the event attracts regional players competing for the prize pool of $750,000 and the point to qualify for the Invitational.
• Regional Leagues. Players from regional leagues (NAL, EUL, LATAM, APAC) compete in regular seasons with playoffs to demonstrate their skill and qualify for larger events.

Main Bet Types

Betting on R6 is never boring. Here's a look at the most common Rainbow Six bets that you'll encounter:

• Match Winner. Bet on the team that will win the match.
• Totals. Bet on the total number of maps/rounds/etc. played in a single match.
• Handicap. Based on the observed skill difference, underdogs are granted a head start, while perceived winners are given a virtual disadvantage. For instance, if Team A has a -1.5 handicap, they must win by at least two maps.
• Prop Bets. The in-game-specific bets include the first blood draw, map winner, duration of the match, MVP of the match, number of kills, etc.

Keep in mind that some bets are more beginner-friendly than others. If you're only starting your R6 betting journey, match winners, totals, and handicaps are a safe start. On the other hand, if you have an in-depth knowledge of in-game mechanics, consider trying your luck with prop bets.

How to Predict an Outcome

If you're new to R6 betting, there are a couple of tips and tricks that will help you better predict the outcome of the game, including:

• Familiarize yourself with game mechanics and modes (bomb, hostage, secure area).
• Research the teams' and players' rankings and previous performances. Pay attention to individual stats, including kill-to-death ratio, clutch performance (positive performance under pressure), and map familiarity.
• Analyze recent and head-to-head team performance. Note the recent changes in the roster.
• Watch pro players, developments, and changes in the current meta (a set of the most effective tactics).

To be on top of the news, follow Ubisoft's official Rainbow Six E-sports page and comb through the statistical and analytical sites (Siege.gg., Liquipedia) and Reddit communities (r/R6ProLeague). For the best analysis of team and player stats, use Ballchasing.com and Tracker.gg.