VALORANT is a new First-Person Shooter (FPS) game that Riot Games has had in the works for several years, and the release is growing closer. Here, a team of five Agents against another five in a battle for supremacy. These Agents have supernatural powers and it is up to the players to use these with/or without their firearms to win the object

Currently, winning a round means that every player on that team will receive 3,000 Creds, and the losing team gets 1,900. If one team loses consecutively at two and three in a row, they’ll receive a bump to even out the odds a bit, but overall, the game rewards success and punishes failure. These numbers are subject to change however, since the game is still in b

Appearing on almost every stream, VALORANT has been showing a lot of promise with its fast-paced and strategic gameplay, as well as great emphasis to both raw mechanical skill and tactical mindset. While the game is only in closed beta right now, there's still quite a bit of information

VALORANT began its closed beta last week and there is no doubt that the game will be a hit. For players looking to dive into the newest tactical FPS, there is quite a bit of useful information to know in order to avoid simple mistakes and grow in skill. Comparisons online are being made to CS:GO , Overwatch , and other FPS games. In a sense, there are similarities or borrowed concepts, but VALORANT is ultimately a beast to learn in its own ri

Valorant's roster is full of unique and interesting characters, with a wide array of play-styles and gameplans. Choosing a character to master and stick with is one of the hardest choices in the entire game. One of the most interesting of the cast is the mysterious Omen. A shadowy figure with a wide variety of self-sustaining abilities. Of the cast of Valorant, Omen is the most unique in a variety of ways. The character, from a visual standpoint, is one of the most appealing among the cast and provides a nice mixture of individual abilities and team-supporting abilities. His abilities have a variety of functions that are specific to Omen. This guide will provide aspiring Omen players with an overview of his abilities and the most optimal way to play the charac

As for what to buy, that’s going to take some trial and error. Many weapons are strikingly similar to CS:GO , so it’s best to experiment to find the best weapons for your own skill set. Don’t skimp out on shields each round, but again, experiment to see if light or heavy are adequate for your playst

It can be difficult for players to complete a game with others who have no idea what they are doing. Players want to ensure that half of their team won't leave the game before the end, and the best way to do this is by adding a penalty system for those who decide to quit ea

At higher ranks near the top, map knowledge is implicit, and players know virtually everything about the layout of each space. This is where the edge comes in, as players discover the best places to watch for even a moment of peeking to get a headshot. The buying economy is also on autopilot at this point, and players know exactly what to purchase during the first four to six rounds with little varia

A good balance is needed in order to create a game that every player can enjoy. It will obviously take some work, and tweaking after the official release, but a jumpstart on this aspect of the game would go a long way with their fanb

Shadow Step can be used in combination with Dark Cover or Paranoia to allow Omen the chance to flank or close the distance on his enemies. By throwing Dark Cover into the desired location or in a troublesome choke-point, Omen can teleport inside the cloud allowing him safe and almost free access to whatever location he wants. Similarly with Paranoia Omen can impair an enemy's vision, teleport into the given room and then freely clear the room or escape from a tricky situation. Shadow Step is not nearly as effective by itself as it is in combination with his other abilities. Learn which combos work the most effectively to maximize your efficiency with the charac

Twitch Streamer TenZ was the fist North American player to earn the Valorant rank in competitive mode, which is a massive accomplishment. Finding the best players and watching them can be invaluable to see how they handle early rounds, the buying economy, and how they treat the map. There is so much to learn in this game, and these players are the ones most firmly invested into reaching the top, so be sure to find the best and watch them master their ga

Omen's Dark Cover is comparable to Brimstone's Sky Smoke in which the shadowy figure fires a black smoke cloud and it will land at his marked location. Dark Cover is capable of traveling through walls, similar to his Paranoia ability. Making Omen's ability to place Dark Cover nearly limitless. This move has incredible versatility during a match and allows the character to provide some solid visual cover. In conjunction with Omen's other abilities, Dark Cover can provide some sneaky synergy with Omen's toolkit. However, be aware that Dark Cover shoots from the same plane as you are standing. So if you wish to place it on high ground you will need to stand Counter-Strike Adaptation on high ground before firing the cl