Your console account won't transfer to PC, but you can link them to the same Ubisoft account

Rainbow Six Siege accounts are tied to the platform you created them on. If you started playing on PlayStation or Xbox, that progress, operators, cosmetics, and rank stay on console. You cannot move a console account to PC or merge the progress into a PC version of the same account.

What you can do is link both your console and PC versions to a single Ubisoft Connect account. This means you log into the same Ubisoft username on both platforms, but your game progress remains separate on each one. Your cosmetics and battle pass progress do not carry over between them.

If you want to play on PC with the same progress you built on console, you would need to start over on PC. Many players do this anyway because PC performance, graphics settings, and the competitive environment are different enough that starting fresh feels like a new experience rather than a loss.

Key Takeaways

  • Console and PC versions of Rainbow Six Siege maintain completely separate progress, even when linked to the same Ubisoft account.
  • Linking your console and PC versions to one Ubisoft Connect account lets you use the same login across platforms, but does not transfer game data.
  • Cosmetics, operators, rank, and playtime are platform-specific and do not move between console and PC.
  • Starting a PC account from scratch is the only way to play on PC; there is no migration or import tool available.

How linking your accounts actually works

When you link a console account and a PC account to the same Ubisoft Connect username, you are connecting two separate game profiles under one login. Think of it like having two email addresses that both point to the same inbox—except in this case, the inboxes stay separate.

To link them, you sign into your Ubisoft Connect account on the Ubisoft website, go to your account settings, and add your console account (PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, or Nintendo Switch) to your profile. Then you start Rainbow Six Siege on PC and sign in with the same Ubisoft username. The game recognizes both versions are yours, but it does not merge the data.

The main benefit of linking is convenience: you use one password and username across both platforms, and Ubisoft can track your playtime and achievements across both versions in your profile. You also unlock cross-progression for cosmetics you purchase through the Ubisoft Store directly (not in-game currency cosmetics), though this is limited and does not include battle pass progress or operator unlocks.

What does and does not transfer between platforms

Your rank, win-loss record, and all operator progress stay on the platform where you earned them. If you are Gold rank on console, you start at Copper on PC. If you unlocked all operators on console, you start with only the base operators on PC and must unlock the rest through renown or battle pass progression.

Battle pass progress is also platform-specific. A battle pass you are halfway through on console does not continue on PC—you start a new one there. Seasonal cosmetics, weapon skins, and headgear you bought or earned on console are not visible on your PC account.

The one exception is cosmetics purchased directly through the Ubisoft Store website using real money (not in-game currency). These sometimes carry over, but the behavior varies by item type and has changed over time. The safest assumption is that cosmetics do not transfer, and any that do are a bonus rather than something to count on.

Why Ubisoft keeps accounts separate by platform

Ubisoft separates console and PC progress because the game's competitive integrity depends on it. Console and PC players face different hardware, control schemes, and performance standards. A player with a high rank on console might struggle on PC due to the learning curve of mouse and keyboard, and mixing progress would make ranked matchmaking unfair.

Cosmetics and battle pass progress are also tied to the platform's economy. Console and PC players sometimes see different pricing, different seasonal content timing, and different cosmetic availability. Allowing progress to transfer would create accounting problems across these separate markets.

Cross-platform play exists in Siege (console players can team up with PC players in casual matches), but progression has always been platform-locked. This is standard across most competitive multiplayer games, including Valorant, Apex Legends, and Call of Duty.

Starting fresh on PC: what you need to know

If you decide to move to PC, you will start with the base operators and zero renown. The first 20 hours or so feel like a tutorial—you unlock operators quickly at the beginning, and the early grind is much faster than it was when you first started on console.

Your MMR (matchmaking rating) and rank start at zero. You will be placed in matches with other new PC players during your first few games, then the system adjusts based on your performance. If you are a high-rank console player, you will climb quickly on PC once you adjust to mouse controls.

You keep your Ubisoft account name and any cosmetics purchased through the Ubisoft Store, but everything else resets. Many players find this refreshing—it feels like starting a new game rather than losing progress, especially if they are moving to PC for better performance or a different competitive scene.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I play with my console friends if I switch to PC?

Yes. Rainbow Six Siege supports cross-platform play between console and PC in casual matches and some event modes. You can squad up with friends on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch while playing on PC. Ranked matches are platform-specific, so you cannot play ranked with console players.

Will I lose my cosmetics if I link my accounts?

No. Linking does not delete or move anything. Your console cosmetics stay on console, and your PC cosmetics stay on PC. Cosmetics purchased through the Ubisoft Store website may appear on both versions, but in-game cosmetics do not transfer.

What if I already have a PC account with different progress?

You can link both your console account and your existing PC account to the same Ubisoft Connect username. They remain separate profiles in the game. You choose which one to log into each time you start Siege. You cannot merge two PC accounts or combine progress from different platforms.

Do I need to buy the game again on PC?

Yes. Rainbow Six Siege is sold separately on each platform. Buying it on console does not include a PC copy. You need to purchase it through Steam, the Ubisoft Store, or another PC retailer. The base game goes on sale regularly, and free weekends happen several times a year.

Can I transfer my battle pass progress to PC?

No. Battle passes are seasonal and platform-specific. If you buy a battle pass on console, it only applies to your console account. You would need to buy a separate battle pass on PC if you want to progress it there during the same season.