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Valorant Players are exploiting an OP angle on Split with new Jett bug By Fariha Bhatti Valorant Valorant map eight codename leaked, but what could it mean? By William Davis Valorant Players unhappy with new Xenohunter bundle, and here’s why By Fariha Bhatti

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Patch 4.11 brings new clutch mute system to Valorant Fariha Bhatti A new clutch mute system allows Valorant players to control what they hear during intense moments. Riot has rolled out a shiny new feature to block out background noise.  Valorant is a team game, but it often comes to down clutch situations where a player may be left alone against multiple enemies. Even a slight distraction can ruin an easy shot and, in turn, an entire round. Unfortunately in Valorant, …

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This is the ultimate Cypher setup to lock down sites on Split Fariha Bhatti Cypher’s pick rate has fallen dramatically in the current act but handling his kit correctly can make ranking up easy, as this new Cypher setup on Split proves.  The release of new sentinels has pushed Cypher into the background. No one wants to go the extra mile to learn Cypher setups, but it’s definitely worth the time and effort. Learning a few Cypher setups and lineups can yield easy wins …

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Valorant players can now reveal enemies inside TP with Fade Fariha Bhatti Fade is the perfect antidote to Bind’s teleporter tricks. The automatic doors can be annoying to deal with, but not when Fade is watching.  Bind’s teleporters reshaped the concept of rotation. Riot Games introduced the gimmick to cut flanks and add detail to shooter maps. But that’s not all these doors are used for. Trolls love Bind’s teleporters. They’re a great hiding spot to save weapons and an excuse for …

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Raze’s deadly Boom Bot comes to life with IRL fan-made model Fariha Bhatti Raze’s in-game popularity may have taken a beating recently, but her loyal fans still firmly believe in her kit. One fan made a Boom Bot IRL to prove that she’s still among the best-loved agents in Valorant. Only a few agents have retained their initial prowess. Valorant meta has evolved drastically since 2020, bringing fresh faces to the roster. With new agents, players’ options have also diversified. Many old characters …

Valorant Play like a pro in Valorant by mastering this Viper lineup By Fariha Bhatti Valorant Retakes are completely impossible if you do this with Viper By Fariha Bhatti Valorant Here’s how Valorant beginners can improve their aim By Fariha Bhatti

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 Fariha Bhatti Valorant Valorant’s pint-sized Frenzy pistol is overpowered when used correctly. Frenzy skins in Valorant can amp up your style during eco-rounds.  Sidearms in Valorant are powerful but highly situational. Each pistol may deliver different results at varying ranges and for different agents. The cheap mechanical Frenzy sidearm works best at mid-range, so players often pick it on smaller maps. Those who excel at handling spray can easily gain an edge over …

These are the best maps to play Fade on, according to shroud Fariha Bhatti Valorant New Valorant agent Fade has been making waves since her release. Popular streamer Michael “shroud” Grzesiek thinks she’s viable at a pro level, but only on certain maps.  Valorant’s spy roster got shaken up by new agent Fade, a reckless Radiant who harnesses dark powers to gain intel. Her kit quickly gained popularity, making her one of the widely picked agents in higher ranks. Fade was expected to dethrone Sova …

These quick tips can help get rid of packet loss in Valorant Fariha Bhatti Valorant Hours of warmup become futile when you have a poor internet connection or packet loss in Valorant. Try these tips to get rid of lag during high-stake games.  Valorant may not require optimal PC specifications to run, but it’s not immune to the one thing that affects all online games. Players often get hit with red death indicators, alerting players of rubber banding, dropped frames, and other issues. Packet loss …

This Cypher setup on Bind can win you a round in every game Fariha Bhatti Valorant 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 Fariha Bhatti Valorant 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 Fariha Bhatti Valorant 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 Steven Rondina Valorant 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 …

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.