“Discover What’s New in Year 11 Season 1.2 Updates”

Developers released a community update outlining mid-season changes for Year 11, Season 1.2. Discover the key updates arriving in Season 1.2 of Year 11.

Ranked map rotation

Ranked map rotation will shift to avoid mid-season removals. Five maps will be added, expanding the pool to 17 maps.

• Ranked 3.0 introduces a new ban structure.
• Ban breakdown: 2 from the competitive pool, 1 from the showcased pool, and 2 from the seasonal pool.
• Rotation frequency will reflect player behavior and ban patterns.

Mid-season operator balancing

Eight operators receive adjustments to improve fairness and gameplay. Designers aim to refine weaknesses and preserve strengths.

• Smoke regains the Deployable Shield.
• Rauora receives a D.O.M. Panel Launcher, a D.O.M. Panel, and resource updates.
• Jackal gains enhanced vertical tracking potential.
• Glaz, Clash, Frost, Thunderbird, and Grim get targeted refinements.

Full technical details are available in the Y11S1.2 Designer’s Notes.

Operator remaster planned

Dokkaebi will receive a remaster in Season 2. The work is a refocus to make her tools more targeted.

Developers stress she will remain a high-impact attacker. One more operator remaster is planned for Year 11.

New player onboarding

A phased onboarding system will help newcomers adjust to Siege. The goal is to reduce early frustration and improve retention.

• Phase 1: Bot-only matches.
• Phase 2: Real teammates paired with bots.
• Phase 3: Beginner PvP matchmaking.

Player protection updates

Systems to protect the community received updates this mid-season. The changes focus on moderation and positive behavior detection.

• Mousetrap bans are now active.
• Improved chat detection better recognizes constructive communication.
• Helpful communication now factors into Reputation Standing.

Community feedback and next steps

Player input continues to shape features like Ranked 3.0 and rotation rules. Seasonal surveys remain a key feedback channel.

• Watch the Community Checkpoint #2 livestream replay for developer commentary.
• Join conversations on X, Instagram, Reddit, Discord, Facebook, WhatsApp, and TikTok.
• Report bugs and issues at R6Fix.

Filmogaz.com will monitor further patch notes and designer updates. Expect continued tuning across the rest of Year 11.