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Blog entry by Phil Dowling

Valorant: Guide to Best Team Composition

633374.jpgSova's Shock Bolt is an electrical arrow that deals AoE damage after it hits. The closer enemies are to the center of the blast, the more damage it will inflict. Arrows can also be bounced off of surfaces up to two times. Also, the further the bow string is pulled back, the further the arrow will tra

Viper is an incredible offensive agent as two of her abilities recharge and uses fuel from her poison tank. She can put up a smoke wall to blind enemies, throw down a toxic area of effect grenade, and can summon a poisonous smoke cloud to help choke a point. But most importantly, her ultimate ability fills an area with toxic smoke that blinds enemies. The area is big enough to fill an entire point which makes it easy for a team to move on to a point and plant the bomb before the enemy team figures out where players are loca

Sage's role as a healer comes in with her Heal Orb. By using it with left mouse, it can heal an ally or Sage herself with right mouse. This works over time, so time must be devoted to the healing proc

Finally, Sova's ultimate ability is his Hunter's Fury. This allows him to fire up to three arrows that go through all map objects and walls in a straight line. All enemies hit will be revealed temporar

The Slow Orb is an explosive orb that spreads across the ground and slows all players that step in it. Player in it cannot jump and make more noise than usual. This orb can be hit off walls to get around corners and ang

The likes of gun game, capture the flag, or simple deathmatch could help enhance the replayability of Valorant Read Significantly more. More casual modes with multiple lives should exist as a way for casuals to have fun and more hardcore players to warm up their skills before entering an intense game. Lacking other game modes post-launch could result in player fatigue, further exacerbated with the game's small map p

Games like Rainbow Six: Siege have shown the industry that gun skill can matter as much as strategic planning. Valorant seems to focus on both and, from closed beta footage so far, has nailed the impact of both. Learning every Agent and the spray patterns of every gun will be a long journey that Counter-Strike players can relate to. The reward is massive, as you get immediate feedback at how much better you're becoming by placing more headshots or landing skills in more intense scenar

Both Viper and Pheonix are great offensive agents as they can easily put a lot of pressure on point by using their abilities which makes it easier for the team to plant the bomb. However, Viper's ultimate ability can single-handedly move an entire team on to the point, whereas Pheonix's ability is more selfish and gives him a second life. Outside of their ultimate abilities, Viper and Pheonix share similar abilities so their ultimates are the deciding factor when choosing an offensive h

Although in terms of gaming 2020 hasn't had the best start with a lot of projects coming to a halt or slowing down, there's some good news on the horizon. Riot's Project A, now known as VALORANT , has finally been out on closed beta for a few weeks now and it's everything first-person tactical shooter fans could have asked

The first of Brimstone's abilities is his Stim Beacon gadget. When thrown this item evokes an area of effect, which provides him and his teammates the rapid-fire ability. When players stand within the Stim Beacon's aura, that player's gunshots will increase in speed. Providing a solid second or two faster gunshots, allowing players to unload a clip quicker than without the Stim Beacon. It not only increases bullet speed but also allows players to reload their guns faster than before. Making Stim Beacon a powerful tool within a fire-fight that can establish a clear and devastating advant

Incendiary Grenade is a great example of Brimstone's excellent Area Denial skill-set. When tossed in the right spot, it can prevent your enemies from launching a successful offense. Tossing the grenade at an enemy's location can buy enough time for your team to establish better cover, positional advantage, or simply allow for some easy kills. Using the Incendiary Grenade effectively means that the enemy will be unable to launch a successful offense, as you are always harassing them with this powerful gad

Each game will become intense as a result. One or two well-placed bullets to your head is all it takes to end your life, but one well-placed ability can shift the tide of a match. Clutch moments and the opportunities to outsmart enemies in Valorant seems to be unparalleled in most games to

Shrouded Step is a teleport that allows Omen to instantly move to a chosen place that's within the line of sight. This ability should be used with care, as it takes time to use and the chosen spot can be seen by other players if they are looking at

Objective-based modes are a smash hit in any competitive FPS title, but most revolve around planting or defusing a bomb. It's a common trend for good reason, but Valorant has the potential to stand above the r