Valorant has received a major update that migrated the game to Unreal Engine 5. The change, implemented in patch 11.02, brings significant performance improvements and prepares the title for future innovations that promise to impact player experiences in the long term.
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The transition from Unreal Engine 4.27 to engine version 5.3 also resulted in a significant reduction in installation size and provides more tools for the development team to continually improve the game.
Unreal Engine 5 reduces installation size and improves performance
Patch 11.02 required a larger initial download than usual, but Riot Games managed to reduce Valorant's storage footprint by up to 50%. This change ensures that subsequent downloads return to their normal size after the update, optimizing the installation experience for all players.
Additionally, the new engine brings performance improvements, including greater stability and more consistent frame rates. These changes may not be immediately noticeable to all players, but they lay a more robust technical foundation for future implementations.
Riot is preparing new possibilities for the future of Valorant
With Unreal Engine 5, the Riot Games team gains access to advanced features that will enable the game to evolve over time. The engine enables the integration of more complex lighting, physics, and visual fidelity systems, as well as facilitating the development of new maps, modes, and game mechanics.
This flexibility is already being explored with the release of the new Corrode map, designed for fast-paced, intense matches. The new map utilizes the graphics engine's capabilities to deliver more immersive environments and dynamic gameplay.
Players receive exclusive item as a gift
To celebrate the arrival of Unreal Engine 5, Riot Games has made the "Turbocharged Engine" weapon buddy available to all players who log into Valorant during the 11.02 patch period. The item can be claimed for free in the in-game Collection tab.
Unreal Engine 5 offers scalability, and Riot Games optimizes Valorant for different hardware configurations, benefiting both more modest and high-end machines. This feature should increase the stability of updates and facilitate technical support, ensuring the community remains engaged without facing compatibility issues.
New guidelines in the competitive scenario
Alongside the technical update, Riot Games also implemented a major change to the competitive landscape. From now on, bookmakers will be allowed to sponsor Valorant and League of Legends tournaments, which could directly impact the ecosystem of the championships organized by the developer.
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