Ubisoft rolled out Rainbow Six Siege Update 3.51 (build 1.000.157) on October 15. This update brings the Y11S3.2 balancing changes to a player base that currently has 79,358 concurrent users on Steam. You can check out the release and its version numbers on MP1st’s patch tracker.
The “.2” in Y11S3.2 indicates a mid-season patch for Year 11, Season 3. Siege uses these updates to tweak operators, weapons, and maps between major season launches.
The source for this report didn’t include an itemized changelog, so we can’t detail the operator or weapon adjustments right now. For the complete details, check Ubisoft’s official patch notes and the MP1st listing. We’ll update this article once the notes are confirmed.
This timing is important because Siege is almost 11 years old, having launched on December 1, 2015. A game this old relies on regular balancing to keep its competitive meta fresh. Player-count tracking pages have also been questioning whether the game is losing steam, but the current numbers don’t provide a clear answer.
Overall, Siege maintains a solid reputation. It boasts an 81% positive rating on Steam from 820,252 reviews, translating to around 664,000 positive reviews. Its Metacritic score is 75.
| Update version | 3.51 (build 1.000.157) |
| Release date of update | October 15 |
| Current Steam players | 79,358 |
| Steam reviews | 81% positive (820,252 reviews) |
| Metacritic score | 75 |
Community Pulse: Recent player sentiment leans negative, with 10 tracked signals pointing that way overall. One frustrated Steam reviewer commented, “Rainbow Six Siege is honestly so frustrating. Everyone just sits in corners holding angles and waiting for you to peek instead of actually taking fights.” This complaint focuses on pacing and playstyle, which a single balance patch usually won’t resolve. While the sample size is small, it contrasts with a long-term rating that remains quite positive.
What To Watch
- Full patch notes: See which operators and weapons Ubisoft adjusted, and whether those changes benefit attackers or defenders.
- Player count: Compare concurrent player numbers to the current 79,358 over the next two weeks to gauge any changes in engagement.
- Review trends: Keep an eye on whether recent Steam reviews continue to mention passive, angle-holding play, or if the updates change that narrative.
Marcus Webb
Marcus Webb covers esports, competitive gaming, and community stories for Explosion.com. A former semi-professional Counter-Strike player, Marcus transitioned to journalism 5 years ago and has since covered major tournaments including The International, League of Legends Worlds, and the Valorant Champions Tour. He brings a player's perspective to competitive gaming coverage and is known for his data-driven analysis of player performance and meta shifts.
