Ranked, Modes, Agent Balance, and more // Dev Updates
The Dev team drops by for a mid-year check-in on a bunch of hot topics.
VALORANT Patch Notes 12.09
Neon and shotgun nerfs are here!
Shotcall for VCT Stage 1 Playoffs
Shotcall returns May 7 for Pacific and EMEA Stage 1 Playoffs on Twitch
New Viper-themed Merch Drop
Inject some venom into your life with this new collection. Available now.
VALORANT Patch Notes 12.08
Introducing Skirmish: Ascension, new map rotation, and the return of Premier
Introducing Skirmish: Ascension
Skirmish is getting an update with its own leaderboard and rewards.
SKIRMISH: ASCENSION // A New Way To Climb
There’s a whole new way to compete, and it's getting personal.
STORM AND SHADOW // Kuronami Skin Reveal Trailer
Wield storm and shadow once again with the return of Kuronami.
VERIZON VALORANT Game Changers NA Stage 1 Swiss Event: Everything You Need to Know
Stage 1 Swiss Event kicks off on April 15th
VALORANT Patch Notes 12.07
Partnership with Discord, revamped Settings page, and more.
The New VALORANT Champions Tour
Today, we’re sharing the first in a series of updates on changes you’ll see in VALORANT Esports in 2027.
The VCT in 2027 where EVERYTHING IS A TOURNAMENT?!
Open Qualifiers, Cups, and Masters + Champions. It’s simple, right?
VCT Americas Welcomes New Partners for Stage 1
Four world class brands show their support
VALORANT Patch Notes 12.06
Changes to Waylay, Bug Fixes, and more.
VCT Americas 2026 Stage 1: Everything You Need to Know
Stage 1 kicks off on April 10th at 2pm PT
Introducing the Game Changers Collective Discord
Riot Games and Raidiant Launch Year-Round Game Changers Community Programming for Women and Diverse Communities
Miks Official Gameplay Reveal Trailer ft. Keeoh, meili, todo, tokibbi, and temet // VALORANT
Make some noise with Miks (and friends) – our new Croatian Controller with the right energy to amplify every situation.
VALORANT Patch Notes 12.05
Act 2 starts now with the arrival of Miks and some other updates!
Bring the NOISE with Miks // Dev Diaries - VALORANT
See how we brought Miks to life through sounds, sensations, and just plain old good vibes.
CORRUPTION IN BLOOM // Blackthorn Skin Reveal Trailer
Become the thorn in their side.
Agent Cosplay Guide: Miks
If you’re interested in cosplaying as Miks, get your eyes on the finer details.
NEVER FIGHT ALONE // Miks Agent Trailer - VALORANT
Available in Season 26 // ACT II
Masters London: Live Audience and Ticket Sale Information
We’re thrilled to announce that tickets for VALORANT Masters London will be available starting March 27 at 10:00AM local time (GMT)
New Agent Reveal at Masters Santiago Grand Finals
Tune in to Masters Santiago Grand Finals on March 15th for the first look at a brand new agent!