

Jumping firing error changed from 1.1 > 2.1 (total error is 4.0 when jumping, up from 3.0).2 > 1.3 (total error is 3.2 when running, up from 2.1) 6 (total error is 2.5 when walking, up from 1.95) So we've reduced the weapon's effective accuracy while jumping, running, and walking, with the intent of narrowing it's ideal use case to only really close ranges. The Classic has been over-performing in close to mid-range encounters when used while jumping or on the move.

There are reasons! You can read more about our decision in our map pool update article.Īlong with the new VALORANT Act III Battlepass and Competitive refresh (there's also that new Agent arriving later), we put the Classic through some honing and rearranged some furniture on Fracture.We are temporarily removing Split from the map pool in Unrated and Competitive queues.Pearl-only queue will be available for 2 weeks, then after that Pearl will enter Competitive.This queue is a standard, Unrated mode that will give players a chance to practice the new map before they see it in Competitive play.Valorant was designed as a PC game from the ground up and is currently available exclusively on the platform.Valorant 5.0 complete release notes here.

Want to play Valorant on PS4 or Xbox One? When asked if it had plans for a Valorant console release, Riot told GameSpot that it is "definitely" being prototyped, but don't bet on it happening anytime soon-if at all. Riot designed Valorant to run well on a variety of PCs, but you can check our guide to Valorant's minimum and recommended PC specs to see if your rig meets the system requirements. Can My PC Run Valorant? Minimum and Recommended Specs The patch pushed the game live on June 2, bringing with it a new Agent, a new map, and a new game mode. If you were part of the closed beta and already had Valorant downloaded and installed prior to launch, all you need to do is launch the Valorant client and allow it to download the version 1.0 update. You may need to reset your computer to activate Vanguard in order to play. Launch the client and sign-in to your Riot account. This will also install Riot's Vanguard anti-cheat program.

If you don't already have a Riot account, you will be prompted to create one. Head to Riot's website and hit the Play Now button, or download it here. Here's our step-by-step guide on how to download and play Valorant right now. Whether or not you were part of the closed beta prior to launch, Valorant is free for all players. Valorant is officially out and available to download on PC after a successful closed beta period.
