Everything you need to know about Valorant Episode 2
Valorant Episode 2 has arrived. After Episode 1, Ignition, this new episode is called Training. Like each episode, it will be divided into three separate Acts, each bringing its share of new features.
We take stock of all that Episode 2 and its Acts bring to Valorant.
Episode 2 – Act 1
Start: 13 January 2021 - End: 2 March 2021
The first Act of Episode 2 brings a lot of things, starting with Yoru and a review of ranked games. Remember that contrary to what was initially announced, this new episode is not accompanied by a new map. Icebox was supposed to be the map linked to this episode, but its release has been advanced, at the request of players and for the needs of the First Strike.
Launch Cinematic
New Agent: Yoru
Act 1 marks the arrival of a brand new Agent, Yoru. This duelist uses his abilities to cheat his opponents and their senses.
Ranked Games Review
Ranked games are getting a facelift, with the arrival of a points and leaderboards system. The system becomes less opaque and the progression more interesting.
Champions Tour
The official competitive circuit of Valorant starts on 11th February 2021 in Europe.
New Sanctions
The penalty system is adjusted to be more effective against AFK players.
Patches of Episode 2, Act 1:
- Patch 2.00 (Yoru)
- Patch 2.01 (Split modifications)
- Patch 2.02 (MMR adjustment)
- Patch 2.03 (Intensification mode)
Episode 2 – Act 2
Start: 3 March 2021 - End: 27 April 2021
This second Act of Episode 2 tackles negative behaviour. No new card, but the addition of a new Controller, namely Astra. After the Challengers, this period also saw the first Masters around the globe.
Launch Cinematic
New Agent : Astra
Act 2 sees the arrival of Astra, a new Agent with her head in the stars. This controller is probably the most complex agent in Valorant.
Battle Pass
All the free and premium rewards from the Episode 2, Act 2 Battle Pass. Lots of frogs and memes on the agenda!
Acend wins the EU 1 Masters
Against Team Heretics, winners of the Valorant First Strike, Acend put up an intense fight before taking the trophy.
The patches for Episode 2, Act 2:
- Patch 2.04 (Astra)
- Patch 2.05 (Sanctions against negative behaviour)
- Patch 2.06 (Buffs for Viper and Yoru)
- Patch 2.07 (Light patch for Raze and Astra)
Episode 2 – Act 3
Start: 27 April 2021 - End: 22 June 2021
This third and final Act of Episode 2 brings its share of new features. And what a lot of news! Players can now compete on a seaside map, Breezeor in chaotic matches with the new Replication mode. This second period of the year was also an opportunity for the VCT teams to compete in an international LAN.
Launch Cinematic
Presentation of Breeze
Discover Breeze, a map that takes place in a heavenly setting. Particularly extensive, it often requires playing retakes.
Battle Pass
All the free and premium Battle Pass rewards from Episode 2, Act 3. Memes and dabs on the agenda!
The new Replication mode
A brand new and fun game mode, in which the players of a team all play the same agent.
Sentinels wins Reykjavik Masters 2
After a long and eventful Phase 2 of the VCT, Sentinels finally won the Valorant Masters 2 in Reykjavik.
The patches for Episode 2, Act 3:
- Patch 2.08 (Breeze, A Place for Coaches)
- Patch 2.09 (Replication mode, Viper adjustments)
- Patch 2.11 (Not much)
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