Master Chief meets Rainbow Six in an epic gaming crossover that has fans buzzing.
Get ready to siege the day and finish the fight with gravity hammers, sleek Spartan armor, and the ultimate fusion of Halo’s sci-fi grandeur with Rainbow Six Siege’s gritty realism!
The Crossover of Gaming Giants
Rainbow Six Siege has teamed up with the iconic Halo franchise.
This partnership between Ubisoft and Microsoft brings beloved Halo elements into Siege. Players can now experience the fusion of these two gaming juggernauts.
The Bundles
Master Chief Comes to Siege
In September 2023, the first Halo bundle arrived in Rainbow Six Siege. It featured an Elite set for Sledge inspired by Master Chief. The set included a Spartan-117 headgear and uniform based on Master Chief’s Halo Infinite armor. It also had a gravity hammer gadget skin for Sledge’s breaching hammer.
There were weapon skins, operator cards, a victory celebration, and a Cortana chibi charm.
Kelly-087 Joins the Fray
Six months later, the second Halo bundle made its debut in Siege. This time, it was Frost who received the Halo treatment.
Her bundle was themed around the character Kelly-087 from the Halo universe. Frost’s new look can be purchased from the in-game store using R6 credits.
Iconic References
Remembering Reach
One cool detail is a “Remember Reach” inscription on Kelly-087’s shotgun. This was a major tagline during the marketing of Halo: Reach.
It became synonymous with some of the best Halo games.
The reference provides a nostalgic touch for long-time fans.
Oathsworn Shotgun Connection
Interestingly, the shotgun model used is actually the Oathsworn from Halo 5: Guardians.
In that game, the Oathsworn also featured the “Remember Reach” text. So this Reach reference may have been unintentional, carried over from a previous title.
The Future of the Crossover
Potential for More Halo Characters
Some players have expressed interest in seeing other Halo characters in Siege. Popular suggestions include Emile and Noble Six from Halo: Reach.
Their addition could further enhance this exciting crossover between franchises.
Keeping Siege Fresh
These types of collaborations help keep the long-running Rainbow Six Siege feeling fresh.
The game continues receiving interesting crossover content years after its 2015 launch. With Ubisoft planning a long future for Siege, more such partnerships are likely.
Gameplay Impact
Frost’s Increasing Prominence
The Halo bundle arrives at an opportune time for Frost players.
Recent changes have made her one of the strongest defenders in Siege. Her ACOG sight provides a powerful advantage. While nerfed, her traps still force caution from attackers.
The Siege/Halo Fusion
On paper, a Rainbow Six Siege and Halo crossover may seem odd. However, it has proven popular so far.
Blending the tactical shooter with iconic sci-fi elements injects fun without compromising Siege’s core gameplay experience.
Final Thoughts
The Halo crossover allows Rainbow Six Siege to embrace its lighter side. Cool references like “Remember Reach” delight fans of both franchises.
With the door open for more crossover content, the future looks exciting for this unexpected partnership.
