After nearly four years of anticipation, Riot Games has finally broken the silence on the mobile version of their acclaimed tactical hero shooter, Valorant. The development is being spearheaded by Tencent's Lightspeed Studios, marking a significant step towards bringing the game to mobile platforms. While an exact release date remains under wraps, Riot has confirmed that the initial launch will target the Chinese market, with plans for a broader rollout to follow.
Valorant, which blends the precision of Counter-Strike with the unique agent abilities reminiscent of Overwatch, offers a thrilling 13-round 5v5 match format. Each round challenges players to outmaneuver their opponents with only one life per round, often involving objectives like planting or defusing bombs, a mechanic familiar to fans of Counter-Strike.
The collaboration between Riot and Lightspeed Studios comes as no surprise, given their shared ownership under Tencent. This partnership has been eagerly awaited by fans, and the official announcement is a welcome development after such a long wait for news on Valorant Mobile.
Given the dominance of Android in China, a multi-OS release seems almost certain. However, beyond Riot's confirmation of ongoing development with Lightspeed and the China-first strategy, details remain sparse. The global release timeline may be influenced by various trade issues, particularly those affecting the smartphone market crucial for mobile gaming.
While we await further updates on when Valorant will be available worldwide on mobile, fans with an eager trigger finger need not despair. Instead of turning to puzzles or culinary management games, why not explore our curated list of the best shooters available on Android and iOS to keep your skills sharp?
