Rainbow Six Siege, Marvel Rivals Receive Game Approval in China

China’s National Press and Publication Administration has granted official game approval to Ubisoft’s Rainbow Six Siege and NetEase’s Marvel Rivals. This regulatory milestone clears the path for both titles to be distributed within Mainland China, although specific public release dates remain unconfirmed. The approval for Rainbow Six Siege is particularly notable as it concludes a nine-year wait for the 2015 title to receive authorization from Chinese authorities.

The distribution of Rainbow Six Siege will be managed by Tencent, which is expected to play a significant role in the game’s domestic esports operations. Furthermore, the approval legitimizes the streaming of the title on major Chinese platforms such as Douyu, Huya, and Bilibili, all of which maintain strong financial ties to Tencent. Marvel Rivals, a 6v6 hero shooter, received its approval as a collaborative project between NetEase, Marvel Games, and Disney Interactive.

This development reflects a broader trend of international cooperation in the gaming sector, coinciding with the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties between China and France. The authorization of these titles highlights the ongoing integration of global intellectual properties into the Chinese market, supported by established local partnerships. While the specific timeline for public availability is pending, the regulatory clearance represents a significant expansion for both franchises within the world’s largest gaming market.