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Play like a pro in Valorant by mastering this Viper lineup Valorant Play like a pro in Valorant by mastering this Viper lineup By Fariha Bhatti Retakes are completely impossible if you do this with Viper Valorant Retakes are completely impossible if you do this with Viper By Fariha Bhatti Here’s how Valorant beginners can improve their aim Valorant Here’s how Valorant beginners can improve their aim By Fariha Bhatti
How to play Omen, the sneakiest agent in all of Valorant Valorant
How to play Omen, the sneakiest agent in all of Valorant William Davis Learning how to play Omen is all about understanding how the controller agent changes from offense to defense. As a controller, Omen is meant to be an information-gathering agent with strong tools for clutch situations. His smokes and teleports are also strong on defense, blocking off crucial sightlines and setting up important flanks for his team. His unique Paranoia flashes also allow him to take duels that other agents would …
Riot claims map repetition issue has been resolved completely Valorant
Riot claims map repetition issue has been resolved completely Fariha Bhatti Players should notice a significant decrease in Valorant map repetition as Riot has claimed that five-map streaks have been entirely removed.  Riot Games has been vigorously working on the map repetition issue in Valorant widely reported by players. According to the players, they often had to play the same location as many as five times in a row. After a string of complaints, the developer got to work and mended …
All we know about the 1v1 arena game mode coming to Valorant Valorant
All we know about the 1v1 arena game mode coming to Valorant Fariha Bhatti Valorant is about to get more competitive with official matchmaking for 1v1 “arena” duels.  Competitive players love to challenge their opponents to a 1v1 battle during ranked games. It’s a common practice among dedicated Valorant players who are wanting to blame their teammates for a loss while ignoring their own toxicity. Unfortunately, custom modes have been the only way to compete in private matches. Riot Games may be engineering a …
Leak reveals Valorant Pride bundle to support LGBTQA+ community Valorant
Leak reveals Valorant Pride bundle to support LGBTQA+ community Fariha Bhatti Pride month is here, and Riot Games is gearing up to boost inclusivity in Valorant through the Pride bundle, according to leaks.  Valorant has made a point of showing support for marginalized groups through in-game content. Last year, Riot Games rolled out unique cosmetics to celebrate Pride month. The developer’s initiative gathered a lot of support from the game’s community, prompting Riot to continue the trend this year. Valorant players …
Here’s every Frenzy skin in Valorant and how much they cost Valorant Here’s every Frenzy skin in Valorant and how much they cost By Fariha Bhatti These are the best maps to play Fade on, according to shroud Valorant These are the best maps to play Fade on, according to shroud By Fariha Bhatti These quick tips can help get rid of packet loss in Valorant Valorant These quick tips can help get rid of packet loss in Valorant By Fariha Bhatti
This Cypher setup on Bind can win you a round in every game Valorant
This Cypher setup on Bind can win you a round in every game Fariha Bhatti Cypher may have a complex kit, but he is no less deadly than a duelist in the hands of those who know how to operate the sneaky spy. A new setup on Bind demonstrates Cypher is a savvy shooter.  Valorant’s six duelists on the current roster are fast-paced and equipped with heavy firepower. A few carry tactical tools that are devised to trick enemies into traps. With his stealthy cameras …
Here’s how to boost Valorant FPS, even on less powerful PCs Valorant
Here’s how to boost Valorant FPS, even on less powerful PCs Fariha Bhatti Getting a steady FPS count is vitally important in competitive online games. Valorant players on less powerful and low-end PCs can still increase their FPS by tweaking a few simple settings. Riot’s free-to-play tactical shooter doesn’t require a powerful PC build, but it may register lag on low-end machines. In-game settings can help players enjoy the authentic Valorant experience on their old PC systems. Valorant is relatively easy to run, …
Here’s how you can customize your Operator crosshair in Valorant Valorant
Here’s how you can customize your Operator crosshair in Valorant Fariha Bhatti The Operator in Valorant has a relatively simple cross for its crosshair that will be intuitive for most. Still, players can customize the sniper scope settings.  The crosshair you use in Valorant can make or break the game. Crisp aim is the quickest way to escape low ranks, but it can’t be achieved without tuning your crosshair. Fortunately, Valorant allows players to customize their crosshairs to their liking. You can …
Everything you need to know about Valorant pro sinatraa Valorant
Everything you need to know about Valorant pro sinatraa Steven Rondina Jay “sinatraa” Won is one of the most controversial figures in esports today. Despite being a decorated competitor across multiple major esports titles, most of the discussion surrounding him revolves around sexual assault allegations made by an ex-girlfriend. The allegations and the reactions to them by esports institutions have become contentious topics. But who is sinatraa and where is he now? Here’s what’s known about the competitor. sinatraa is a …
Here’s every Operator skin in Valorant and how much they cost Fariha Bhatti Valorant The sniper rifle warrants satisfactory kills in one shot. Each lavish Operator skin in Valorant ensures that you load up your scoreboard in style.  The Operator is the most powerful sniper weapon in Valorant, guaranteeing a kill in a single shot. The sniper rifle is a must-have in full buy rounds to secure kills at long range and draw first blood. Initially, it may have been hit with some criticism, …
New Valorant Neptune skins turn your guns into aquariums Fariha Bhatti Valorant A new skin collection in Valorant has been revealed, and Riot Games may have hit a home run with this one. The new Valorant Neptune bundle comes with live fishes that live in your guns.  The past few Valorant skin bundles have been regarded as a let down by some players given unoriginal ideas and large price tags. Riot Games has been releasing minimal skins with no visual effects, leaving …
Here’s how to get a Valorant tracker overlay in real-time Fariha Bhatti Valorant Imagine being able to weigh your winning odds during a live game using accurate stats. It’s possible with a Valorant tracker overlay, and this is how you do it. Stat trackers can help keep you in the loop with the meta in Valorant and track your personal performance and hours played. In-game progress trackers are accurate but they unfortunately show minimal data. Alternatively, players can get exact numbers from third-party …
Will there be a skin gifting system in Valorant like League? Fariha Bhatti Valorant Trading and gifting skins in Valorant is something players can only dream of. Riot Games has finally revealed if there’d be a gifting system in Valorant like its cousin game League of Legends.  Valorant has a lavish collection of cosmetics that are worth big bucks. Extravagant skins with creative variants and levels aren’t for all though. They’re pricey and exclusive, which makes them perfect gifts for Valorant lovers. Unfortunately, players …
Will Valorant have attacker and defender skins? Riot responds Fariha Bhatti Valorant Alternating skins in Valorant is a frequently requested feature, and developers have finally come clean. Will Valorant have attacker and defender skins anytime soon?  Valorant players love to showcase all their bundles within a single game. Unfortunately, switching skins during a live match isn’t an operating feature as of now. Players have to pick one cosmetic for each gun and stick with it throughout the game. But, Valorant skins are …
Will Valorant have a Netflix series like Arcane? Riot responds Fariha Bhatti Valorant Since Arcane’s record-shattering success in gaming, fans have been requesting Riot Games to make a Valorant Netflix series. We may now have an answer as to whether the developer is considering an animated show.  Valorant is a popular tactical shooter game, but it also has a mind-bending plot. All 19 agents in Valorant have wild stories that add life to their characters. Their unique stories and experiences set them apart …
Leakers reveal details on Valorant map 8, set in Portugal William Davis Valorant Valorant leakers are predicting that map eight will take place in an alternate reality version of Portugal. After months of hints, some of Valorant’s foremost pulse-readers have called the location of the next in-game map. The information was shared in a collaborative social media thread with leaker ValorLeaks and Valorant lore master Cynprel. The pair outlined six big teasers that all point to Valorant map eight taking place in Lisbon, …
This overpowered Omen teleport bug on Split is too deadly Fariha Bhatti Valorant Omen’s teleport is acting up yet again, taking him to high spots that may provide defenders with unfair intel.  In the new Valorant patch, Omen has turned into Cypher’s camera, except it’s almost impossible to spot him. Intel-gatherers like Cypher, Sova, and Fade are crucial in Valorant. They are capable of hiding their devices at unreachable points, garnering information for playmakers. However, the game becomes unfair when other agents can …
Fan creates 3D version of the most expensive knife in Valorant Fariha Bhatti Valorant The Spectrum knife, also known as Waveform, is one-of-a-kind collector’s piece. It’s so costly that a player has decided to make his own.  Riot Games has rolled out over 30 skin bundles, but nothing comes close to the greatness of the Spectrum collection. Riot Games’ collaboration with Zedd was a wild moment in Valorant’s history, resulting in the most expensive bundle to date. The sky-high price tag of this collection …
This lineup lets Fade hang a whole team from a ceiling on Haven Fariha Bhatti Valorant Fade’s kit may appear deadly, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be funny sometimes. This new Fade lineup on Haven leaves enemies swinging off the ground on any attempted C push.  The latest recruit to the Valorant roster is fierce, heartless, and has scary powers. The initiator can be a menace to dodge as her cats are all-seeing while the Terror Trails follow enemies across the map. It’s safe to …
The complete guide to playing Sage in Valorant Fariha Bhatti Valorant The sole revivor in Valorant, Sage, is the go-to agent for elementary players. But, she has much more to offer. Learn how to use Sage to win more competitive games in Valorant.  All 19 agents in Valorant have extraordinary powers that set them apart. However, these characters share some special abilities that are the nucleus of any FPS game. Smokes, molotovs, and flashes have generously been distributed among all agents …
Here’s how to manually customize your crosshair in Valorant Fariha Bhatti Valorant Are you looking to customize your crosshair? Valorant’s advanced crosshair settings can be a tad confusing. Here’s how to easily tune and customize your crosshair in Valorant.  Copying crosshair codes of professional Valorant players is usually the easiest way to get a good crosshair. But some players may not be satisfied with the cookie-cutter approach of copying codes. Fortunately, existing crosshairs can be tweaked to your personal liking if you …

Riot Games has long looked to expand its footprint beyond the success of popular MOBA League of Legends, and one of its biggest successes to date in this regard is the tactical shooter, Valorant. Blending traditional first-person shooter elements with unique and flashy hero abilities, Valorant seeks to combine the best attributes of tactical shooters and hero shooters into one cohesive experience.

Based on player feedback, the game has largely succeeded in accomplishing those aims. It’s not an easy balance, and it’s one that is arguably still tenuous, but Riot Games seems to be doing as good a job of it as most fans have hoped for.

What type of game is Valorant?

Valorant is a first-person shooter that represents a unique blend of the tactical shooter and hero shooter subgenres. There are some games that represent similar gameplay elements, but not many that offer the exact experience that Valorant puts forward to players.

The tactical shooter genre is often considered to have been defined by the release of the original Counter-Strike, a multiplayer mod for famed single-player PC title Half-Life that later became a standalone game of its own. While most multiplayer FPS games to that point emphasized prolonged battles between opposing players zipping around the game at high speeds, Counter-Strike slowed things down significantly and made players much more susceptible to each other’s firepower, requiring players to take a more tactical approach to play.

That slower and more tactical approach, combined with the lightning-quick nature of action when it does occur, proved reliably popular. That popularity can still be seen today with the ongoing success enjoyed by the Counter-Strike franchise, and it’s this gameplay type that represents the core of Valorant. It’s no accident that former Counter-Strike developers were drafted by Riot Games to help create Valorant during the game’s formative stages.

What differentiates Valorant from CS and other tactical shooters it that each of the game’s characters, called agents, wield a number of unique abilities. Some are typical for tactical shooters, like flashbangs and smokes, while others are wildly different, such as an ability that transports two players to an isolated dueling arena for its duration.

These agent abilities are more reminiscent of hero shooters, a subgenre that arguably got its start with the Team Fortress games but has best been popularized by Blizzard title Overwatch. The abilities, combind with the tactical considerations that are at the core of Valorant, separate it from most any other FPS experience available for play.

How does Valorant esports work?

Like many other popular competitive shooters, Valorant does have a thriving esports scene. That scene is differentiated by the way it’s run and controlled by developer and publisher Riot Games. Riot uses a model based on the success of its League of Legends esports scene, which sees the globe’s competitive players and team’s separated by region. These regions play out their own competitions in their sections of the world before coming together at regular intervals for international tournaments featuring the best teams from each individual region.

While League of Legends once boasted a variety of regions and regional types, Riot sought to simplify that model when setting up esports for Valorant. The game has only a handful of major regions, and these regions are held as largely equitable, each sending their best teams to international events leading up to the year-end VALORANT Champions event.