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VALORANT Patch 9.10 Agent Changes and Their Impact on the Meta

VALORANT Patch 9.10 Agent Changes and Their Impact on the Meta

The Patch 9.10 Agent changes aim to mix up the VALORANT experience, reworking abilities and shifting the balance of power across key agents. With significant buffs to Sage and Phoenix, alongside nerfs targeting Cypher, Omen, Jett, and Clove, this update promises to reshape team strategies and the competitive meta. Let’s dive into the details and explore how these changes could affect gameplay. Buffs to Sage, Phoenix, and Deadlock Sage - A comeback for the Ice Sentinel? Sage’s buffs aim tomore

Valorant
19 Oct
Andre Guaraldo
VALORANT Patch 9.10 introduces Phantom Buffs and major gameplay updates

VALORANT Patch 9.10 introduces Phantom Buffs and major gameplay updates

The upcoming VALORANT Patch 9.10 is arguably the biggest patch in terms of the changes it introduces. The patch not only introduces changes to multiple agents, it introduces significant gameplay changes, changes to overall movement inaccuracy and a major update to phantom. While these changes are overwhelming, they can be separated into gameplay changes and agent changes. This article tackles all the gameplay changes coming with the patch, what they entail and how they will affect the game itself. Majormore

Valorant
19 Oct
Ganesh Jadhav
VALORANT introduces new upcoming bundle: Combat Crafts

VALORANT introduces new upcoming bundle: Combat Crafts

A new skin bundle is on the way for VALORANT players entitled: Combat Crafts. Designed purposefully as ‘cheap’ and ‘garish’ knockoffs of previous skinlines, it is an obvious nod to the concept of budget collections where collectors acquire facsimiles or skinlines that carry similar animations, VFX, or models as the intended premium skinlines, but for a fraction of the cost. VALORANT Combat Craft Skin Bundle  The upcoming bundle will feature the following items: Combat Craft Phantom Combat Craft Bulldog Combatmore

Valorant
19 Oct
Foo Zen-Wen
Florescent Shatters Barrier as First Game Changers Player to Compete in Tier 1

Florescent Shatters Barrier as First Game Changers Player to Compete in Tier 1

We are entering a new era of VALORANT. 2-time World Champion Ava “florescent” Eugene is shattering barriers as she becomes the first ever Game Changers player to make the transition to Tier 1 VALORANT. The Shopify Rebellion (SR) star is expected to join Apeks in VCT EMEA for the 2025 season. According to reports, she has successfully reached verbal agreement with the EMEA organization. The move was first reported by Alejandro Gomis, esports journalist. Apeks most recently won the VCTmore

Valorant
19 Oct
Foo Zen-Wen
Unlocking Iso in Valorant: Playstyle, Counters, and Synergies

Unlocking Iso in Valorant: Playstyle, Counters, and Synergies

Iso in Valorant has quickly become one of the most intriguing agents to join the roster. As a duelist with a distinct background and powerful abilities, he adds a fresh dynamic to the game’s competitive landscape. Representing Chongqing, China, Iso brings a unique style of combat rooted in his past as an elite assassin for the Scions of Hourglass. This guide dives deep into Iso’s lore, abilities, and gameplay strategies, offering everything you need to master this agent. Iso’s Loremore

Valorant
18 Oct
Aidan van Vuuren
Shopify Rebellion sweep MIBR to win back-to-back VALORANT Game Changers Championships

Shopify Rebellion sweep MIBR to win back-to-back VALORANT Game Changers Championships

Shopify Rebellion put on a commanding showing against MIBR in the Grand Final to win the 2024 VALORANT Game Changers Championship. With their 3-0 sweep over the Brazilian side, Shopify Rebellion claim their second back-to-back VCT GC Championship title in truly dominant fashion. After lifting two Championship trophies in the three years since the tournament's inauguration, Alexis "alexis" Guarrasi, Ava "florescent" Eugene, Melanie "meL" Capone, Nicole "Noia" Tierce and Sarah "sarahcat" Simpson may have just started the very first dynastymore

Valorant
18 Oct
Martin Arévalo-Östberg
Unlocking Your Potential on the Valorant Range Map

Unlocking Your Potential on the Valorant Range Map

The Valorant Range Map serves as the perfect practice ground for new players and seasoned veterans alike. Designed to help players develop skills, test agent abilities, and improve weapon control, The Range offers valuable tools for improving performance and understanding Valorant's in-depth lore. This guide provides everything you need to know about each feature, training mode, and secret hidden within the Range. Map Overview The Valorant Range Map, found in the Practice menu, lets players train with different agents andmore

Valorant
17 Oct
Aidan van Vuuren
LOUD announces v1nny and dgzin and locks VALORANT Roster for 2025

LOUD announces v1nny and dgzin and locks VALORANT Roster for 2025

After months of speculation and roster trials, LOUD has officially closed its lineup for the upcoming 2025 VALORANT season, announcing key signings of veteran Vinicius 'v1nny' Gonçalves as their in-game leader (IGL) and aim-beast star Douglas 'dgzin' Silva in the Duelist role. This revamped roster is set to make a fresh start after a challenging 2024 season that saw the team struggle in the VCT Americas stages and miss out on the VALORANT Champions tournament for the first time. LOUDmore

Valorant
16 Oct
Andre Guaraldo
How to Uninstall Valorant: A Step-By-Step Guide [Updated 2025]

How to Uninstall Valorant: A Step-By-Step Guide [Updated 2025]

So, you’ve played your fair share of Valorant matches, landed some incredible headshots (god knows how), and maybe even been called “cracked” a few times, but now it’s time to say goodbye and uninstall Valorant - whether it’s to free up space, take a break from the ranked grind, or move on to new adventures. Whatever your reason, uninstalling Valorant isn’t as straightforward as dragging it into the recycle bin. Let’s dive into an easy step-by-step guide to help you uninstall Valorant, remove Riot Vanguard, and even delete your account if you’re ready to move on completely. Why Uninstall Valorant?more

Valorant
16 Oct
Andre Guaraldo
Valorant's Gekko: An In-Depth Look at Skills and Playstyle

Valorant's Gekko: An In-Depth Look at Skills and Playstyle

Gekko is one of the latest agents introduced in Valorant, bringing a unique set of abilities that can turn the tide of any match. This guide will delve into everything you need to know about Gekko, from his abilities to strategies for maximizing his impact in the game. Learn how to master Valorant Gekko with tips, strategies, and detailed insights into his unique abilities for dominating the game. Understanding Gekko's Abilities Gekko's abilities are centered around his team of creatures,more

Valorant
16 Oct
Aidan van Vuuren
VALORANT Agent Tier List: Best Agents to Climb in Ranked

VALORANT Agent Tier List: Best Agents to Climb in Ranked

This tier list has been updated as of Patch 9.09 Riot Games’ tactical FPS in 2024 can be pretty overwhelming with its fairly large and diverse roster of agents, as well as the multitude of different abilities you find yourself exposed to as a new player. With so much to experience and master, tackling VALORANT raw can be a challenge. But fear not, we’re here to help! This guide quickly ranks all 25 agents across the 4 different roles intomore

Valorant
15 Oct
Foo Zen-Wen
VALORANT Records 30% Revenue Increase in 2024

VALORANT Records 30% Revenue Increase in 2024

Tencent Holdings, the Chinese tech giant, recently published its third-quarter revenue results, revealing an impressive financial performance driven by the popular game VALORANT. Tencent reported a 30% year-on-year growth in gross receipts for VALORANT in Q3 2024, largely attributable to its expansion to console platforms and esports-themed in-game purchases. This growth underscores the game’s evolving role in the global gaming ecosystem and its rising popularity among players worldwide. Console Expansion Drives Player Engagement A pivotal factor in VALORANT’s revenue surgemore

Valorant
14 Oct
Kaustavmani Choudhury
How to unlock every agent in Valorant

How to unlock every agent in Valorant

Word from Writer: Article is written with information available up to the 11th of November, 2024. Future changes to the system may not be reflected in this guide. Agents are the quintessential ‘X-factor’ element in VALORANT. In a tactical shooter where everyone has access to the same cache of weapons, the agent YOU pilot and your familiarity with the agent can often become the ultimate deciding factor if you win or lose a match. Starting Out in VALORANT - Themore

Valorant
12 Oct
Foo Zen-Wen
Karmine Corp unveil new roster for VCT 2025

Karmine Corp unveil new roster for VCT 2025

To the chants of 30,000 people, Karmine Corp officially announced their roster for the VCT 2025 prior to their showmatch against KOI at KCX4. After an agitated OFF//SEASON for the team, expectations will be high for a team with one of the most dedicated fanbases in the world. And then there was one Only a single player remains from the KC roster that competed in VCT last year, and a large weight is expected to fall on his shoulders. Aftermore

Valorant
10 Oct
Martin Arévalo-Östberg
[UPDATED] VALORANT Rostermania: All 2024-25 VCT EMEA Roster Changes

[UPDATED] VALORANT Rostermania: All 2024-25 VCT EMEA Roster Changes

As the VALORANT off-season progresses, VCT EMEA Roster Changes is bracing for a whirlwind of roster changes, with teams scrambling to assemble their most competitive lineups for the upcoming 2024-2025 season. The region has seen high-profile player transfers, exciting fresh talent, and some unexpected shifts—creating an atmosphere filled with both anticipation and uncertainty. With so many changes, it’s clear that the EMEA scene is going to be more unpredictable than ever. To keep you in the loop, we’ve compiled themore

Valorant
9 Oct
Andre Guaraldo
[UPDATED] VALORANT Rostermania: All 2024-2025 VCT Americas Roster Changes

[UPDATED] VALORANT Rostermania: All 2024-2025 VCT Americas Roster Changes

As the VALORANT off-season heats up, VCT Americas Roster Changes are in full speed, with each team looking for a competitive edge in the upcoming 2024-2025 season. With high-profile transfers, fresh talent, and lineup shifts, this period is filled with excitement—and a touch of unpredictability. To keep you in the loop, we’ve gathered the latest roster updates for all VCT Americas teams, so you won’t miss a single move. This guide will be regularly refreshed with each confirmed roster change,more

Valorant
9 Oct
Andre Guaraldo
KRÜ Esports Unveils Their 2025 VALORANT Roster

KRÜ Esports Unveils Their 2025 VALORANT Roster

KRÜ Esports recently announced their official roster for the 2025 VCT Season. Aiming to improve on last year's performances, they revealed their lineup through a video on their X account. The new roster includes both familiar faces and exciting new talent, promising a blend of experience and fresh strategies. Returning Core Players KRÜ Esports retained three of their core players: Angelo "keznit" Mori, Fabian "Shyy" Usnayo, and Marco "Melser" Machuca. Keznit, a cornerstone of the team since 2021, will continuemore

Valorant
7 Oct
Kaustavmani Choudhury
The Secret War Between Karmine Corp Founders

The Secret War Between Karmine Corp Founders

The esports community is very excited for KCX 4, Karmine Corp premier event on November 9, 2024, at Paris' La Défense Arena. But behind this public success story lies a dark saga of conflicts between the club’s founders, Kamel Kebir (Kameto) and Amine Mekri (Prime). Their once-thriving partnership has devolved into a struggle for control, marked by legal threats and hidden motives. This article is based on the original investigative work published in Revue21, written by Clément Fayol and Nicolasmore

5 Oct
Andre Guaraldo
The Ultimate Pro Settings: How to Play like a Pro in Valorant [Updated 2025]

The Ultimate Pro Settings: How to Play like a Pro in Valorant [Updated 2025]

In competitive VALORANT, settings are crucial—they can make the difference between a quick reaction and a costly miss. Optimizing your settings is a fast and effective way to gain an edge. By adjusting specific in-game settings that improve FPS, reduce input lag, and enhance visibility, players can elevate their gameplay almost immediately. Graphics, Audio and Overall Configurations General VALORANT settings First, choosing the right enemy highlight color is essential. Yellow looks to be the first go-to option since it stands out across various map designs. Other colors, like red, can blend in on certain VALORANT maps like and make itmore

Valorant
5 Oct
Andre Guaraldo
T1 Reports Continued Revenue Growth After Successful Year in 2024

T1 Reports Continued Revenue Growth After Successful Year in 2024

Following their dramatic win at the 2024 League of Legends World Championship, T1 has unveiled impressive revenue growth, fueled by their competitive success and strong international presence. In a recent press release by SK Telecom, T1's parent company goes into detail about the organization's financial growth over the course of the last few years. After a period of continued success, it is T1's aim to build on this growth and expand their reach even further in the world of esports.more

5 Oct
Martin Arévalo-Östberg