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Buggy but Clean Controls — First Impressions of VALORANT on Console

Ben Fitzsimmons
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Buggy but Clean Controls — First Impressions of VALORANT on Console

Riot Games' massively popular FPS has finally made its way to console in closed beta.

Ben Fitzsimmons
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Abyss is finally playable, and the VALORANT community is experimenting with unique comps like never before.
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The 5 Best VALORANT Agents On Abyss

These agents can use Abyss' unique design and twisting corridors to their advantage. Let's discover the top five VALORANT agents on Abyss!

Gabby DeSena
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VALORANT Patch 8.11 summarized in a handy image.

New Map and New Duelist Mechanics: VALORANT Patch 8.11

Abyss arrives with VALORANT Patch 8.11, as well as some drastic duelist adjustments.

Gabby DeSena
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VALORANT's new map Abyss showcases twists, turns and dangerous drops.
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All About Abyss: VALORANT's New Map

Let's learn everything about VALORANT's brand new map after its thrilling VCT: Masters Shanghai reveal!

Gabby DeSena
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VALORANT will arrive to console this summer in a Limited Beta.
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Console VALORANT Is Here: What to Know

Riot Games will bring VALORANT to console in a long-awaited beta release. Here's everything to know about console VALORANT and its release.

Gabby DeSena
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The right crosshair can make or break your VALORANT experience. Pictured: f0rsaken's crosshair.
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The Best VALORANT Pro Crosshair Codes

Explore the ten best pro VALORANT crosshairs and how to add them into your game!

Gabby DeSena
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VALORANT Patch 8.11 Brings Big Agent Changes

VALORANT agents are getting a massive balance update to shake up the meta.

Olivia Richman
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VALORANT's Pride 2024 items bring celebration and colorful fun.
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VALORANT Pride Month 2024: Rewards and Codes

VALORANT's yearly Pride event is here! These fun rewards will help players celebrate.

Gabby DeSena
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A comfortable and functional mouse is essential for pro-level VALORANT play. Pictured: Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2
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Best Mouse for Valorant — Ranked Guide

These ten mice stand strong in the VALORANT esports scene — let's explore their specs and where you can buy to experience pro-level play.

Gabby DeSena
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VALORANT's Basic Training Event, introduced in Patch 8.10, makes learning the game easier than ever.
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Back To Basics — VALORANT Patch 8.10 Update Guide

VALORANT's Patch 8.10 fixes bugs and introduces players to a Basic Training Event that will help them learn the game during their Welcome Contract experience.

Gabby DeSena
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The Holomoku Bundle includes two variants for weapon skins.
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Valorant Holomoku Collection: Price, Weapons, Items, & More

The Valorant Holomoku Collection will have you eliminating enemies in style. However, before purchasing the collection, it's important to know what exactly you'll be getting.

Isabella Risoni
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How to Convert Warzone & Valorant Sensitivity to XDefiant

XDefiant sensitivity can be tough to get right, so here’s how to convert your old sens into XDefiant

Charlie Cater
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VCT 2024 : Masters Shanghai will showcase the best VALORANT talent and help determine which teams progress to the coveted Champions 2024 tournament.
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VCT Masters Shanghai Viewers Guide — Schedule, Teams, Format, Rewards

With unforgettable competition and a new map reveal on the horizon, let's explore what fans need to know while watching VCT 2024: Masters Shanghai.

Gabby DeSena
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VALORANT's Patch 8.11 map pool includes some old favorites as well as a mysterious new addition.
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VALORANT Patch 8.11 Map Rotation: Haven Returns; Split and Breeze Retire.

June 11th's VALORANT Patch 8.11 will bring a mysterious new map and a fresh map rotation. Let's explore everything players need to know!

Gabby DeSena
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Top 5 Aim Trainers for First-Person Shooters, Ranked

Let's explore which five aim trainers will help you shoot for the stars and climb any FPS game's competitive leaderboard.

Olivia Richman, Gabby DeSena
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These Must-Have Valorant Peripherals Bring the Hype

From a mouse used by 50% of VCT Masters Madrid 2024 pros to a light-up spike you can plant at your desk, here are all the VALORANT-themed peripherals you never knew you needed!

Olivia Richman
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Twitch Top 10: March 12th-19th. FPS Tournaments Take The Crown
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Twitch Top 10: March 12th-19th. FPS Tournaments Take The Crown

Discover the dynamic Twitch scene as Gaules shines with Counter-Strike streams, Tarik rockets to second place with explosive VALORANT growth, and Jynxzi holds strong in Siege content. Witness the surge of VALORANT and Overwatch 2, fueled by major tournaments and updates, amidst fluctuations in viewer engagement across top channels and games.

Nate Margolin
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VALORANT Leakers Have Discovered a New Map,
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VALORANT Leakers Have Discovered a New Map,

Leaks! Let’s explore what we know about Bastion, the new Valorant map.

Gabby DeSena
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Who Can Beat Sentinels? VCT Masters Madrid Power Rankings
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Who Can Beat Sentinels? VCT Masters Madrid Power Rankings

Here is how Esports Illustrated ranks all eight teams competing at VCT Masters Madrid to kickoff the VCT 2024 season.

Sage Datuin
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Shrouded in Smoke and Mystery: Everything We Know About Clove, VALORANT’s Upcoming Agent 25
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Shrouded in Smoke and Mystery: Everything We Know About Clove, VALORANT’s Upcoming Agent 25

The hazy confusion around VALORANT’s newest Controller Clove is clearing with new information. Here’s everything we know.

Gabby DeSena
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VALORANT, League of Legends Servers Down — How to Check Server Statuses
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VALORANT, League of Legends Servers Down — How to Check Server Statuses

Popular games are not immune to server issues. If you are experiencing something sus, here's how you can find out if there's something going on with a game's server.

Olivia Richman
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VALORANT Patch 8.04 Reveals New Premier Changes and Esports Updates
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VALORANT Patch 8.04 Reveals New Premier Changes and Esports Updates

VALORANT's Patch 8.04 will streamline your competitive grind with better training, more efficient Premier systems and updated brackets to follow the pros – here's everything players can expect.

Gabby DeSena
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Sentinels win VCT 2024: Americas Kickoff in 3-2 epic over LOUD
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Sentinels win VCT 2024: Americas Kickoff in 3-2 epic over LOUD

Sentinels won the VCT Americas Kickoff last night in dramatic fashion and secured the 1st representative Americas seed at VCT Masters: Madrid.

Nick Geracie
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VALORANT's Episode 8 Act II Battlepass Delivers Sprays, Silliness and Spring Break Fun: What Players Need to Know
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VALORANT's Episode 8 Act II Battlepass Delivers Sprays, Silliness and Spring Break Fun: What Players Need to Know

Let's explore what's special about VALORANT's newest Battlepass, when it will release and all the sensational surprises within!

Gabby DeSena
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Huge Premier Mode Updates: Valorant Episode 8 Act 2
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Huge Premier Mode Updates: Valorant Episode 8 Act 2

It is now easier than ever to enroll and play in VALORANT’s Premier mode – here’s what you need to know about recent updates before you gather a team and sweep the competition.

Gabby DeSena
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