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Valorant: Everything you need to knowWe’ve rounded up all the key features.
We’ve rounded up all the key features.
So, Riot Games has done it - they’ve revealedProject A, and it’s calledValorant. To anyone coming in fresh, it’s a competitive, character-based online shooter which clearly derives inspiration from Counter Strike,Overwatch, andTeam Fortress 2.
Without further ado, we’ve broken down all the key features of Valorant so you can decide for yourself whether it’s the next competitive shooter for you. From what we’re seeing and hearing, it definitely has our attention.
Valorant’s closed beta is arriving very soon! Head over to ourValorant Closed Beta: How to sign up and get a keypage to help increase your chances of gaining early access.
Valorant: Quick Overview
In the sections below, you’ll find absolutely everything you need to know about Riot Games’ first venture into the FPS genre.
The Round - Valorant Gameplay PreviewWatch on YouTube
The Round - Valorant Gameplay Preview
What is Valorant?
Key Features
When is the release date?
Valorant is due to release in Summer 2020. Currently there is no specific date, but it’s likely there will be a beta of some kind before its official launch.
Is it free to play?
Yes, Valorant will be free to play. Just like League of Legends and Legends of Runeterra, it will be free to download and install for everyone. There will be microtransactions, but expect these to be purely cosmetic.
What platforms is it on?
Valorant will be available on PC only at launch. Riot Games may bring it to consoles and mobile in the future, but this depends largely on whether it’ll be successful enough.
What are the system requirements?
Valorant is optimised for all sorts of systems, so expect it to run on pretty much anything. Here’s a quick rundown of the recommended and minimum specs required from your rig:
Recommended Specs (60 frames per second)
High-end Specs (144+ frames per second)
Minimum Specs (30 frames per second)
PC hardware recommendations
Got any screenshots?
Absolutely. Here’s a few screenshots from Valorant to give you a better idea of how the game will look and feel come launch day.
