Y10S4.2 PATCH NOTES — Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege Steam update #360266

See the upcoming changes with the release of Y10S4.2, releasing January 20th. BALANCINGTHORNThorn has long struggled to secure her role as a reliable trapper. The current Razor Bloom setup often lacks impact during rounds as its effectiveness depends heavily on pre-planting and concealment. If Attackers choose alternate paths, the traps become irrelevant.This update aims to resolve Thorn’s “bark but no bite” issue by making Razor Bloom Shells more flexible and impactful throughout the round. Key changes include:Reduced activation time for faster response.Increased Shells quantity to allow more coverage and reactive placement.Slightly reduced lethal range in exchange for quicker detection-to-trigger timing.Added a 15-second survivor penalty that adds bleed and slows movement, similar to Frost's Welcome Mats when self-removed.These adjustments transform Razor Blooms into a more dynamic and...