Rainbow Six Siege update 3.36 is available to download on PS4, PC, and Xbox. According to the official R6 update 3.36 patch notes, the latest update improves stealth Operator uptime, speeds up defensive gadget deployment, and refines weapon recoil for better control.
Apart from this, Rainbow 6 Siege patch 3.36 also resolves several gameplay exploits, UI bugs, and audio issues, resulting in smoother matches and more reliable Operator interactions.
Siege Update 3.36 Patch Notes – May 5, 2026
R6S Y11S1.3 Summary
- Caveira and Vigil receive longer ability durations for improved stealth play
- Kaid Electroclaw activates faster for quicker defensive setups
- Zero Argus Camera gains shorter laser cooldown for more frequent use
- Multiple weapon recoil adjustments improve control across several Operators
- Key map, Operator, audio, and UI issues resolved
Balancing
- Minor adjustments focused on improving consistency and usability without changing overall power levels
Caveira
- Silent Step duration increased to improve flanking potential
- Max duration increased to 15 seconds (from 12)
- Refill time increased to 15 seconds (from 12)
Kaid
- Electroclaw activation time reduced for faster deployment
- Activation time reduced to 3.5 seconds (from 4)
Vigil
- ERC-7 duration extended for longer intel disruption
- Max duration increased to 15 seconds (from 12)
- Refill time increased to 15 seconds (from 12)
Warden
- Glance Smart Glasses duration increased for more reliable counterplay
- Max duration increased to 22 seconds (from 20)
- Refill time increased to 22 seconds (from 20)
Zero
- Argus Camera laser cooldown reduced for more frequent utility use
- Laser refill time reduced to 12 seconds (from 15)
Weapon Adjustments
- AUG A2: Reduced vertical recoil for better sustained fire (IQ, Wamai)
- M762: Reduced horizontal recoil for improved burst accuracy (Zofia)
- SPEAR .308: Reduced first-shot kick and vertical recoil (Finka, Thunderbird)
Level Design Fixes
- Fixed missing defensive barriers in Villa Drill modes
- Fixed unintended line of sight on Oregon generator
- Fixed Defenders being marked outside in Yacht kitchen pantry
Operator Fixes
- Fixed dual functionality on left D-pad for Solid Snake
- Fixed Frag Grenade highlight issue on spawn for Solid Snake
- Fixed blank EE-One-D screen on Lion default model
- Fixed Oryx using Climb ability with Proximity Alarm incorrectly
- Fixed vault exploit using Azami barriers on Border
Audio Fixes
- Fixed missing fire extinguisher explosion sound under certain conditions
User Experience Fixes
- Fixed banned accounts joining custom lobbies
- Fixed inability to access Shop after bundle purchase
- Fixed overlapping Operators in Hub screen
- Fixed incorrect Voice Chat Input Sensitivity text
Previously, a big season 7 update added a new defender Azami (Kiba barrier gadget), permanent Team Deathmatch mode, and changes for Goyo, Melusi, Thunderbird, Kali, Valkyrie, and Zero. Recently, a hotfix Y7S1.2 was also released. Unfortunately, players are still experiencing issues with the game. Today’s R6 Siege patch 3.36 will fix a few of these issues.
