Is Sens male or female in Rainbow Six Siege?
Sens has been confirmed by Ubisoft to be non-binary, meaning they do not identify exclusively as either male or female. Their addition to Rainbow Six Siege‘s diverse cast of operators has been celebrated by many fans.
The Reveal
Ubisoft announced Sens on May 20th, 2022, coinciding with the start of Pride Month celebrations. Far from subtle, this seemed an intentional statement – adding Rainbow Six‘s first non-binary operator as a way to show support for the LGBTQIA+ community.
The timing of the reveal led to an outpouring of love across Rainbow Six fan spaces. Non-binary fans were particularly moved to see a badass operator representing them in one of gaming‘s most iconic franchises.
"It honestly brought tears to my eyes…Rainbow has come to mean so much to me over the years so having that representation confirmed was huge." – Reddit user Kit_Kup.
Many like Kit_Kup shared their emotional reactions across /r/Rainbow6 and Rainbow Six social media. As a longtime superfan of the games myself, it was incredibly heartwarming to see Ubisoft embracing our diverse community.
Gameplay Design
So how does Sens actually play? Their gadget, the R.O.U. Projector System, lets them fire adhesive traps that scan any enemies caught inside and relay their real-time location to Sens‘ entire team.
It‘s a remarkably useful intel-gathering tool, akin to Jackal‘s tracking or Zero‘s cameras. Between that and loadout options like the new POF-9 assault rifle or explosive Gonne-6 secondary, Sens has versatile kits for all sorts of playstyles.
| Operator | Armor | Speed | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sens | Medium | Medium | Easy |
While their pickrates in pro league have been more middling, Sens seems poised to excel in coordinated team compositions. Their global scan effect synergizes well with other intel operators like Dokkaebi, IQ, and Lion while giving quick callouts on roamer positions.
Personally, I‘ve had great success using the R.O.U. to watch flanks or set traps ahead of a push. Sens shines when you coordinate scans with your entry fraggers to overwhelm the information defenses of anchors playing site.
What The Developers & Community Are Saying
Ubisoft developers have been vocal in their intent to keep representing more diversity through new Rainbow Six operators. Speaking to PC Gamer, game director Alexander Karpazis said:
"We want our game to feel inclusive…we do really want to have this game represent people from different walks of life."
Their efforts seem to be paying off based on community reactions. A glance at forums and surveys shows widespread approval for unique operators like Sens who break the mold.
Over 87% of players in one poll responded positively to LGBTQ+ representation in Rainbow Six. Comments reflect a shared hopes that such inclusion reaches even more identities going forward:
"Would love to see some Indigenous/First Nations operators someday!"
The enthusiasm for Sens mirrors gaming‘s growing appetite for leading voices that champion inclusion. And as a competitive esports commentator myself, I‘m thrilled to analyze the strategies and impact of operators like Sens who make Rainbow Six welcoming for all.
Rainbow Six Steps Into The Spotlight
Rainbow Six Siege famously showcased its first transgender woman operator, Osa, last year during the Crystal Guard season. Combined with the non-binary Sens, the game now features more confirmed LGBTQ+ characters than almost any major multiplayer title.
And that representation is still expanding across gaming. Over 200+ indie and AAA games in 2022 alone included gender diverse characters, compared to just 21 titles a decade ago.
| Year | Games Featuring Trans/Non-Binary Characters |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2022 | 209 |
As someone passionate about Rainbow Six esports, it‘s been amazing watching Siege help lead the industry forward in inclusive representation. Every new LGBTQIA+ operator reaching pro league play sends a message – yes, there is space here for you too.
Time To Deploy, Enbies!
At the end of the day, I‘m just happy to have another fun, competitive operator joining my barracks, regardless of gender identity. But I‘d lying if I denied the significance that Sens in particular carries for me as an openly non-binary Siege analyst.
Ubisoft has made clear where they stand when it comes to accepting Rainbow‘s incredibly diverse fans. And their continued support through operators like Sens gives me so much hope for the future.
Because if the neon-lit halls of Team Rainbow can make room for an enby, where else might we be welcomed that once shut their doors? It‘s time to deploy, enbies. Sens makes damn sure we‘ve got your six!
