If you play Rainbow Six Siege and have cosmetics (skins, uniforms, charms) you no longer use — or you’ve missed out on some rare skins — the R6 Marketplace gives you a place to trade, buy, and sell those items using in-game credits. It makes your inventory more flexible and gives value to items that would otherwise sit unused.
In this guide, I’ll explain what the R6 Marketplace is, how it works, its main features, safety concerns, comparisons with other game marketplaces, how to buy, and tips to make the most out of it.
What Is R6 Marketplace?
The R6 Marketplace is Ubisoft’s official, web-based platform for trading Rainbow Six Siege cosmetic items. Items like weapon skins, uniforms, headgear, charms, portraits, and attachment skins can be listed or purchased using R6 Credits, the game’s virtual currency.
This marketplace is different from the in-game store: it allows player-to-player transactions. So instead of being stuck with only what Ubisoft currently sells, you can buy skins that were released in past seasons or sell your duplicates or skins you no longer want.
Importantly, you cannot cash out real money — trades stay within the game’s credit system.
How Does R6 Marketplace Work?
The mechanics are built around a bid and ask system, plus a matching engine that pairs buyer and seller orders.
Here’s the process in steps:
- Access Requirements
- You typically need to meet certain criteria to use the marketplace:
- Achieve Account Level 25 or higher in Rainbow Six Siege.
- Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) on your Ubisoft account and have a verified email.
- Be at least 13 years old.
- Ubisoft removed invite-only beta status, so any account meeting those criteria can trade.
- Log In & Accept Terms
- You go to the Marketplace web portal (e.g. marketplace.rainbow6.ubisoft.com), log in with your Ubisoft account, accept the marketplace terms, and link your game inventory.
- Buy or Place Bids
- In the “Buy” tab, you can browse cosmetic categories (weapon skins, headgear, etc.), filter by rarity, operator, event, etc.
- You can either choose “Buy Now” (to get an item listed by a seller immediately) or place a bid (an offer price) and wait for a matching seller.
- Sell Items
- In the “Sell” tab, your eligible inventory items appear. You choose an item, set your asking price, and list it. When a buyer’s bid matches or exceeds your ask, the sale completes.
- The marketplace retains a transaction fee (commission) for each
- Transaction & Matching
- The system automatically matches buy and sell orders. For example, if you placed a bid above or equal to a seller’s ask, your purchase proceeds. Orders that remain unmatched stay active for up to 30 days unless canceled.
- Order Management
- You can view, cancel, or adjust your active orders in the “My Transactions” section.
Notably, you cannot trade items directly with friends — the marketplace acts as an anonymous matching engine.
A few things to keep in mind: seasonal items or very recent cosmetics may not be tradable until after a delay.
Top Features of R6 Marketplace
Let’s look at some core features that make the R6 Marketplace interesting for players.
Secure Payment Options
All transactions use R6 Credits — the in-game currency — so you never deal with cash or external payment processors. This keeps trading within Ubisoft’s ecosystem, reducing real world scams.
Because buyers and sellers use credits, the marketplace retains control and prevents fraud or chargebacks that plague external markets.
Fast Item Delivery
Once a transaction matches (your buy meets a seller’s ask), the item is delivered instantly (or nearly instantly) to your game inventory. You do not need manual exchanges or waiting outside the system.
Great Deals on R6 Skins
Because the marketplace brings many sellers together, you can often find rare or retired skins at better prices than Ubisoft’s store or seasonal bundles. Items like “Black Ice” or older Pro League sets often become tradable via the marketplace.
Also, membership-exclusive skins sometimes release to the marketplace after certain periods, giving players second chance to acquire them.
You can also view pricing history charts and trends to spot undervalued items.
Why Gamers Love R6 Marketplace
Here are some common reasons why players embrace the R6 Marketplace:
- Value for unused cosmetics — skins that sat in your collection can now return credits.
- Accessibility to rare items — you get chances to own older, limited edition cosmetics without relying on drops or bundles.
- Dynamic pricing & deals — players can shop deals rather than fixed store pricing.
- Community-driven economy — your trades reflect actual demand among Siege players.
- Easy to use — once access requirements are met, the interface is user-friendly and intuitive.
Because it’s still relatively new, many players feel there is opportunity to profit or find hidden gems.
Is R6 Marketplace Safe to Use?
While the marketplace is official (by Ubisoft), safety considerations still matter. Here’s what we know:
- Because it’s managed by Ubisoft, it is more secure than third-party marketplaces.
- Trades happen within the system using valid R6 Credits, reducing the risk of scams that demand real money.
- But some strategic or procedural risks exist:
- Placing bids or asks with tricky pricing to try to trick the system may backfire.
- Players discuss tactics like placing buy orders far below market and timing sales to match them — risky strategies.
- Some skins still aren’t tradable (e.g. seasonal or exclusive items) or may not appear in your inventory for sale.
To stay safe: don’t share your account, enable two-factor authentication, check your orders before confirming, and use the official site rather than unofficial clones.
R6 Marketplace vs Other Game Shops
Let’s compare R6 Marketplace with some other platforms where gaming items are bought and sold.
R6 Marketplace vs PlayerAuctions
- R6 Marketplace is official and uses only in-game currency (R6 Credits). No real money involved.
- PlayerAuctions is a third-party platform where players trade accounts, skins, boosting services, etc., often for real money.
- The official marketplace has fewer fraud risks but is limited in flexibility. Third-party sites are more flexible but carry higher risk.
R6 Marketplace vs G2G
- G2G is a large marketplace for digital goods across many games (accounts, items, gold).
- It usually involves real money transactions.
- R6 Marketplace is confined to Ubisoft’s ecosystem and doesn’t let you cash out.
R6 Marketplace vs EpicNPC
- EpicNPC is a forum-based trades and marketplace. Trades are user-to-user, often with personal negotiation, sometimes using middlemen.
- R6 Marketplace handles trades automatically, removing need for trust between individuals.
In general, R6 Marketplace’s safety and official backing make it more reliable for in-game currency trades; third-party sites offer more variety and real money options but at greater risk.
How to Buy from R6 Marketplace
To buy an item:
- Log into the Marketplace with your Ubisoft account.
- Go to the Buy tab and browse or search for the cosmetic you want.
- Review the item’s price and market trends.
- Choose “Buy Now” (pay the listed ask) or “Place Bid” (offer your price).
- If your bid matches a seller’s asking price, the purchase completes and the item goes into your game inventory.
Make sure to keep enough R6 Credits in your account before making a purchase.
Final Words on R6 Marketplace
The R6 Marketplace brings a new dimension to Rainbow Six Siege — turning your cosmetic inventory into a living economy. It gives value to skins you might not use, allows access to rare items, and lets you make strategic trades — all within Ubisoft’s controlled system using R6 Credits.
It’s safer and more structured than external sites, though not risk-free. With smart bidding, attention to trends, and patience, you can make the marketplace a powerful tool to enhance your cosmetic collection.
If you love customization and collecting skins, the R6 Marketplace is a long-awaited, welcome change. Dive in, learn the patterns, and trade wisely. Happy hunting!
