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The Valorant 11.09 update introduces mandatory multi-factor authentication for certain accounts to combat smurfs, along with quality-of-life improvements and numerous bug fixes across maps and agents.
The article discusses upcoming releases and events in the gaming industry, including the release of Riftbound in October 2025, 2XKO's participation in Evo 2025 and its upcoming closed beta, and various updates and celebrations related to Riot Games' popular titles like VALORANT, League of Legends, and Teamfight Tactics.
VALORANT has introduced a new Replay system with Patch 11.06, allowing players to review and analyze recent matches from multiple perspectives, with features like slow motion, fast forward, and game timeline insights. The system is available on PC from September 16-17, with plans for console and China releases later in the year. Known issues include limitations with minimap visibility and ability markers, which are acknowledged and will be addressed in future updates. The Replay system aims to help players improve by studying gameplay and will be continuously refined based on user feedback.
Valorant's 11.05 update introduces visual clarity improvements for Harbor's abilities, stricter penalties for AFK and queue dodge abusers, and various bug fixes across agents and gameplay features, with no new agent or map included.
Valorant's 11.05 patch, delayed by a day due to a holiday, introduces visual updates for agents Harbor, Reckoning, and Cove, along with bug fixes and gameplay improvements. Esports features include the return of Pick'Ems with new Factions for Champions Paris, and behavior system adjustments to penalize remake abuse. The patch also includes platform-specific updates and bug fixes for various agents and features.
Riot Games is upgrading Valorant to Unreal Engine 5 in July to improve performance and visuals, and will introduce a new replay system in September to enhance game analysis and reporting, along with other updates like a new map and anti-cheat measures.
Epic Games is launching a new first-person mode for Fortnite called "Ballistic," set to debut in early access on December 11. This 5v5 competitive game mode features a round-based structure and a performance-driven economy similar to Counter-Strike, with no respawns between rounds. Players will be divided into attackers and defenders, aiming to plant or prevent the detonation of a Rift Point Device. Ballistic will launch with a single map and a limited set of weapons, positioning itself as a potential competitor to games like Counter-Strike and Valorant.
Riot Games' Valorant is leading the fight against PC gaming cheaters with its robust anti-cheat system, Vanguard. Unlike other games, Valorant's kernel-level driver effectively deters cheats like aimbots and wallhacks, forcing cheaters to resort to more complex hardware-based methods. Vanguard's success contrasts with other games like Call of Duty, which struggle with effective anti-cheat measures. Riot's approach, including collaboration with Microsoft for enhanced security, positions Valorant as a leader in anti-cheat technology, though future AI-powered cheats pose a new challenge.
Valorant's patch 8.11 brings significant buffs to the Duelist class, with Neon receiving the most substantial changes. Her High Gear ability now allows for longer sprints and strafing at sprint speed, and her Slide ability has two charges. Riot Games dev Dan 'penguin' Hardison explained these changes aim to make Neon more competitive with other Duelists like Jett and Raze, enhancing her close-range danger and movement capabilities. The Valorant community is eager to test these updates in-game.
Valorant patch 8.11 introduces significant buffs and nerfs to several Agents, including Iso, Neon, Reyna, Raze, and Clove. Iso and Neon receive major buffs to enhance their competitive viability, while Clove and Raze are nerfed to balance their in-game performance. Reyna sees both buffs and nerfs to adjust her dominance in Ranked play. These changes aim to diversify the meta and make other Duelists more competitive against popular picks like Jett and Raze.
Riot Games has announced new measures to combat harassment in Valorant, including stronger penalties and hardware bans for severe offenders, following viral incidents of abuse. Valorant head Anna Donlon emphasized the need to protect players and outlined plans to improve the current systems and policies to create a safer gaming environment.
Valorant patch 8.07 introduces the return of Clove to the agent pool and an Omen buff, allowing Omen to interact with the environment while using his Ultimate ability. The update also includes bug fixes for Clove's abilities and audio issues with certain weapon skins. Additionally, there are general updates to interaction prompts and accessibility, as well as bug fixes for various aspects of the game.
A recent Valorant clip has sparked a conversation about sexism and online harassment in competitive gaming, with women sharing their experiences of mistreatment in the game. The controversy began when a player and content creator shared a clip of in-game interactions, leading to a series of responses from other players and esports pros. Women in the community have also shared their own stories of harassment, highlighting the ongoing issue of toxicity in competitive multiplayer shooters and the need for a safer gaming environment.
Valorant patch 8.05 introduces the new Controller agent, Clove, with resurrection abilities and other unique skills, along with a cooldown period for phone number verification in the Premier game mode. The update also includes changes to voice indicators and bug fixes, as well as support for multispeaker surround sound formats.
Valorant's upcoming agent, Clove, the game's first non-binary character, will be introduced with the next update after VCT Masters Madrid. A teaser video revealed Clove's abilities, including a smoke ability called Ruse, a decay-causing sphere called Meddle, and an ultimate called Not Dead Yet, which allows Clove to revive themself. The video also showed Clove's ability to control a mini-map after being killed. Clove will be fully revealed during the final day of VCT Masters Madrid in a show match featuring invited content creators and professional players.