VALORANT console playtest to start in early 2024

Riot Games is taking the plunge into console gaming, bringing their highly anticipated game Valorant to popular consoles like PlayStation and Xbox. The hype is real and the buzz in the air has got gamers everywhere on the edge of their seats.

Valorant, a game developed by Riot Games is making its way from PC to consoles. It all started in 2023 when Riot Games embarked on a mission to find a game designer. Their goal was to bring the Riot Games touch to Valorant and create the tactical shooter experience for consoles while staying true to its core.

Thanks to @VALORANTLeaksEN, a popular data miner,  we now have information about controller configurations for gaming platforms such as PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and even VR sensation Oculus Go. That’s not all! Behind the doors, playtests for Valorant on consoles are underway. The playtests are reportedly scheduled to make a grand entrance in early 2024.

That’s right— a few years after Riot Games started their talent search. The countdown has begun for the console revolution and fans are eagerly counting down the days until they can immerse themselves in the thrilling world of Valorant on consoles. Hold on tight because where there’s excitement, there’s also skepticism surrounding this venture.

The valorant community is skeptical about the move 

As Valorant expands its reach to consoles the gaming community is abuzz with questions. Can the lightning-paced first-person shooting experience smoothly transition from PC to controllers? Players are expressing their concerns considering Valorant’s reputation for gameplay on PC. The burning question; Can we maintain that edge on controller-based platforms?

VALORANT Console Playtest is going to start early next year | #VALORANT pic.twitter.com/wHVf6rYCtl

— Valorant Updates (@ValorantUpdated) December 20, 2023

 

And let’s not overlook the obvious issue – aim assist. The announcement of Valorant’s arrival on consoles has sparked a debate among gamers with discussions intensifying about the inclusion of Aim Assist. With the game’s precise gameplay on PC, players are treading carefully wondering if they can replicate that level of intensity on platforms that heavily rely on controllers.

As the gaming world eagerly anticipates this leap by Valorant onto consoles it is becoming a topic of discussion. Will it revolutionize the gaming landscape? Keep us at the edge of our seats? Only time will reveal the answer. One thing is certain – Riot Games is about to make an impact in console gaming and we’re all excited for what’s to come!

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