Valorant is a game that has been on the market for a short time , as it was launched in June of this year. This title represents the entry of the Riot Games studio into the field of tactical shooters. It is a game that has been very popular since it was launched, so it is on its way to being a huge success for this studio. You may already be starting to play this game.
If so, below we leave you with a Valorant guide . We will talk about the characters in the game, so that you know more about them, as well as some tips to keep in mind about them. All this will help you to be able to advance in this game in the best possible way.
Valorant Characters
The characters in the game are called agents , which are the playable characters, the ones we can choose from. Agents always have four skills, two basic, one signature and one ultimate (the most powerful or important), this is something that remains the same in all cases. Although there are skills that we must buy in rounds, many are usually free.
Typically, these agents in Valorant are divided into four classes or categories : Sentinels, Controllers, Duelists, and Initiators. Therefore, it is good to know which category each of the agents we have in the game belongs to. In addition, we tell you a little more about them:
- Sentinels: These are defensive experts who focus on blocking areas and monitoring the advance of your enemies.
- Controllers: They specialize in dividing dangerous terrain into zones, so that the team can take charge of each one.
- Duelists: They are assassins, so they are a key part of the offensive. They manage to start fights and kill many rivals.
- Initiators: They enter key territories to benefit the team.
Breach
He is a Swedish initiator who is available from the start, and can be obtained through his contract or by paying 1000 Valorant points. This character is a good choice for defending teammates and preparing the ground for attacks. His four abilities are:
- Blinding Blast and Aftershock (Basic).
- Failure (signature).
- Unstoppable roar (final).
Brimstone
He is an American controller who is unlocked from the start in Valorant. He is a soldier-type character , who with his skills becomes a versatile agent, who we will be able to use in many different situations without any problem. He is also a good option for beginners, because he is easy to control and use. His skills are:
- Basic : Incendiary and Stim Beacon.
- Signature : Smoke screen.
- Ultimate : Orbital Strike.
Cypher
This third character is a sentinel , originally from Morocco. He can anticipate enemy movements and thus cover positions, so he is a good defensive agent. The ideal is to use him in strategies that help you win, as a support for other teammates. Since he knows how to maintain a good defense. His skills are:
- Basic : Cyber prison and tripwire.
- Signature : Spy camera.
- Final : Neuronal theft.
Jett
A duelist from South Korea, who stands out for being a very versatile character in Valorant. Her main keys are her movement speed and evasion , which will allow you to move around the maps with great agility. Since this will prevent you from being hurt or killed, in addition to carrying out surprise attacks on your enemies at all times. Her skills are:
- Basic : Gale and storm.
- Signature : Tailwind.
- Final : Blade Storm.
Killjoy
A German sentinel who stands out for her creativity, with her huge arsenal of inventions . Among these inventions we have the most interesting bots, which make her an agent to take into account to secure the battlefield. She is a character that is unlocked from the beginning in Valorant. Her skills are:
- Alarm bot and Nanoswarm (basic).
- Turret (Signature).
- Blockade (Final).
Omen
This character or agent is a controller, who stands out for being a very elusive character . Ideal if you work as a team, because it is a good option to carry out attacks at all times. Its speed and stealth in movement makes it dangerous. It is blocked from the start, but can be obtained through its contract or by paying 1000 Valorant points). Its skills are:
- Basic : Paranoia and dark apparition.
- Signature : Dark veil.
- Final : From the shadows.
Phoenix
This is a British duelist, who is unlocked from the start of the game. He is a good agent for those who are betting on a very offensive strategy from the beginning, especially if you are going to bet on shootouts and look for your opponent to suffer many casualties. So he has a lot of value in the game. His skills are:
- Basic : Curveball and flare.
- Signature : Combustion.
- Final : Ashes.
Raze
A duelist from Brazil, who is locked from the start, but can be obtained through her contract or by paying 1000 Valorant points. As a good duelist, she is a very offensive agent, which is undoubtedly a good option to go on the attack . Especially useful if you are looking to open a path for your team at a certain time and attack your enemies without mercy. Her skills are:
- Basic : Explosive Bale and Explosive Bot.
- Signature : Paint bullets.
- Final : Close the curtains.
Queen
Another duelist, this time from Mexico. She also comes blocked from the start, although she can be obtained through her contract or by paying 1000 Valorant points. She is a duelist with great offensive capacity , who takes advantage of the orbs of dead enemies to recover life. In addition, she can become invisible in this way as well. Her skills are:
- Basic : Devour and lascivious gaze.
- Signature : Disdain.
- Final : Empress.
Sage
A Chinese sentinel, who stands out especially for being the healing character in Valorant . She is unlocked from the start and is a character whose skills are focused on defense and healing both herself and her teammates. Therefore, in those battles that have become complicated, she can be a great help. Her skills are:
- Basic : Slow Orb and Barrier Orb.
- Signature : Healing Orb.
- Final : Resurrection.
Sova
An initiator from Russia , unlocked from the start. This is an agent that allows you to always be ahead of enemies, as he will fly a drone with which to locate enemies in the game. In addition to shooting an arrow or indicating where they are. A good help in Valorant. His skills are:
- Basic : Explosive arrow and reconnaissance drone.
- Signature : Reconnaissance missile.
- Ultimate : Hunter’s Fury.
Viper
American controller, locked from the start, but unlockable through a contract or by paying 1,000 Valorant points. An agent who focuses on toxic and poisonous aspects , allowing him to do a lot of damage to the enemy, so he is a character to consider if we are looking to cause a lot of damage. His skills are:
- Poison Cloud and Snake Venom (Basic).
- Toxic Screen (Signature).
- Viper Pit (Final).
Tips to follow
When you start playing Valorant, there are a number of tips that can help you advance better in the Riot Games game. It is common to make certain mistakes when you start playing, but if you follow these tips, you will avoid this and increase your chances of progressing.
- Walk slowly : By default, you will walk very fast in the game, which will create noise with your footsteps, so your enemies will see you coming (or rather hear you) and be prepared. This can ruin your strategy in the game, so it is best to walk slowly to avoid making noise and have a certain advantage.
- Change your routes and strategies : If you’re going to attack in Valorant, it’s important to have a variety of routes. Don’t always do the same thing, because this makes you predictable and your enemies will be better prepared. Having different routes and strategies will make you a winner.
- Customize controls : This game is one of those that give you the possibility to customize the controls. If you go to settings you will have this possibility, so it is good to do so. Controls that are comfortable for you make you play better and this is always an advantage.
- Sounds : Footsteps are not the only thing to consider in the game. Other sounds are also important (a weapon reloading, throwing something, an ability…). Pay attention to your surroundings before making a noise. Also, paying attention to sounds allows you to spot your enemies.
- Aim : Valorant is a shooter, so knowing how to aim well is essential. That’s why it’s a good idea to always keep your sights pointed at the height of the enemy’s head. That way, if someone gets in your way, you’ll be able to shoot immediately and finish them off.
- Positions : If you are going to attack or defend, positions are something important. Since you have to keep in mind the environment you are in, to be prepared for any situation. Having clear positions and a vision of the environment can make you a winner. Also, it is important to be careful with corners or dead spots, which is usually a common mistake that many pay dearly for.
- Ultimate Ability : This will play a decisive role on many occasions. Therefore, it is good to always have it charged, even if it costs credits. Since it will save us in many cases.
- Maps : This is something related to positions, but it is important to remember. Knowing the map or terrain in which you are going to move in Valorant is very important. Open the map, know every corner and thus you will plan your movements better, which will give you an advantage when facing others.