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How to Uninstall Valorant: A Step-By-Step Guide [Updated 2025]

How to Uninstall Valorant: A Step-By-Step Guide [Updated 2025]

So, you’ve played your fair share of Valorant matches, landed some incredible headshots (god knows how), and maybe even been called “cracked” a few times, but now it’s time to say goodbye and uninstall Valorant - whether it’s to free up space, take a break from the ranked grind, or move on to new adventures. Whatever your reason, uninstalling Valorant isn’t as straightforward as dragging it into the recycle bin. Let’s dive into an easy step-by-step guide to help you uninstall Valorant, remove Riot Vanguard, and even delete your account if you’re ready to move on completely. Why Uninstall Valorant?more

Valorant
16 Oct
Andre Guaraldo
Valorant's Gekko: An In-Depth Look at Skills and Playstyle

Valorant's Gekko: An In-Depth Look at Skills and Playstyle

Gekko is one of the latest agents introduced in Valorant, bringing a unique set of abilities that can turn the tide of any match. This guide will delve into everything you need to know about Gekko, from his abilities to strategies for maximizing his impact in the game. Learn how to master Valorant Gekko with tips, strategies, and detailed insights into his unique abilities for dominating the game. Understanding Gekko's Abilities Gekko's abilities are centered around his team of creatures,more

Valorant
16 Oct
Aidan van Vuuren
VALORANT Agent Tier List: Best Agents to Climb in Ranked

VALORANT Agent Tier List: Best Agents to Climb in Ranked

This tier list has been updated as of Patch 9.09 Riot Games’ tactical FPS in 2024 can be pretty overwhelming with its fairly large and diverse roster of agents, as well as the multitude of different abilities you find yourself exposed to as a new player. With so much to experience and master, tackling VALORANT raw can be a challenge. But fear not, we’re here to help! This guide quickly ranks all 25 agents across the 4 different roles intomore

Valorant
15 Oct
Foo Zen-Wen
VALORANT Records 30% Revenue Increase in 2024

VALORANT Records 30% Revenue Increase in 2024

Tencent Holdings, the Chinese tech giant, recently published its third-quarter revenue results, revealing an impressive financial performance driven by the popular game VALORANT. Tencent reported a 30% year-on-year growth in gross receipts for VALORANT in Q3 2024, largely attributable to its expansion to console platforms and esports-themed in-game purchases. This growth underscores the game’s evolving role in the global gaming ecosystem and its rising popularity among players worldwide. Console Expansion Drives Player Engagement A pivotal factor in VALORANT’s revenue surgemore

Valorant
14 Oct
Kaustavmani Choudhury
How to unlock every agent in Valorant

How to unlock every agent in Valorant

Word from Writer: Article is written with information available up to the 11th of November, 2024. Future changes to the system may not be reflected in this guide. Agents are the quintessential ‘X-factor’ element in VALORANT. In a tactical shooter where everyone has access to the same cache of weapons, the agent YOU pilot and your familiarity with the agent can often become the ultimate deciding factor if you win or lose a match. Starting Out in VALORANT - Themore

Valorant
12 Oct
Foo Zen-Wen
Karmine Corp unveil new roster for VCT 2025

Karmine Corp unveil new roster for VCT 2025

To the chants of 30,000 people, Karmine Corp officially announced their roster for the VCT 2025 prior to their showmatch against KOI at KCX4. After an agitated OFF//SEASON for the team, expectations will be high for a team with one of the most dedicated fanbases in the world. And then there was one Only a single player remains from the KC roster that competed in VCT last year, and a large weight is expected to fall on his shoulders. Aftermore

Valorant
10 Oct
Martin Arévalo-Östberg
[UPDATED] VALORANT Rostermania: All 2024-25 VCT EMEA Roster Changes

[UPDATED] VALORANT Rostermania: All 2024-25 VCT EMEA Roster Changes

As the VALORANT off-season progresses, VCT EMEA Roster Changes is bracing for a whirlwind of roster changes, with teams scrambling to assemble their most competitive lineups for the upcoming 2024-2025 season. The region has seen high-profile player transfers, exciting fresh talent, and some unexpected shifts—creating an atmosphere filled with both anticipation and uncertainty. With so many changes, it’s clear that the EMEA scene is going to be more unpredictable than ever. To keep you in the loop, we’ve compiled themore

Valorant
9 Oct
Andre Guaraldo
[UPDATED] VALORANT Rostermania: All 2024-2025 VCT Americas Roster Changes

[UPDATED] VALORANT Rostermania: All 2024-2025 VCT Americas Roster Changes

As the VALORANT off-season heats up, VCT Americas Roster Changes are in full speed, with each team looking for a competitive edge in the upcoming 2024-2025 season. With high-profile transfers, fresh talent, and lineup shifts, this period is filled with excitement—and a touch of unpredictability. To keep you in the loop, we’ve gathered the latest roster updates for all VCT Americas teams, so you won’t miss a single move. This guide will be regularly refreshed with each confirmed roster change,more

Valorant
9 Oct
Andre Guaraldo
KRÜ Esports Unveils Their 2025 VALORANT Roster

KRÜ Esports Unveils Their 2025 VALORANT Roster

KRÜ Esports recently announced their official roster for the 2025 VCT Season. Aiming to improve on last year's performances, they revealed their lineup through a video on their X account. The new roster includes both familiar faces and exciting new talent, promising a blend of experience and fresh strategies. Returning Core Players KRÜ Esports retained three of their core players: Angelo "keznit" Mori, Fabian "Shyy" Usnayo, and Marco "Melser" Machuca. Keznit, a cornerstone of the team since 2021, will continuemore

Valorant
7 Oct
Kaustavmani Choudhury
The Secret War Between Karmine Corp Founders

The Secret War Between Karmine Corp Founders

The esports community is very excited for KCX 4, Karmine Corp premier event on November 9, 2024, at Paris' La Défense Arena. But behind this public success story lies a dark saga of conflicts between the club’s founders, Kamel Kebir (Kameto) and Amine Mekri (Prime). Their once-thriving partnership has devolved into a struggle for control, marked by legal threats and hidden motives. This article is based on the original investigative work published in Revue21, written by Clément Fayol and Nicolasmore

5 Oct
Andre Guaraldo
The Ultimate Pro Settings: How to Play like a Pro in Valorant [Updated 2025]

The Ultimate Pro Settings: How to Play like a Pro in Valorant [Updated 2025]

In competitive VALORANT, settings are crucial—they can make the difference between a quick reaction and a costly miss. Optimizing your settings is a fast and effective way to gain an edge. By adjusting specific in-game settings that improve FPS, reduce input lag, and enhance visibility, players can elevate their gameplay almost immediately. Graphics, Audio and Overall Configurations General VALORANT settings First, choosing the right enemy highlight color is essential. Yellow looks to be the first go-to option since it stands out across various map designs. Other colors, like red, can blend in on certain VALORANT maps like and make itmore

Valorant
5 Oct
Andre Guaraldo
T1 Reports Continued Revenue Growth After Successful Year in 2024

T1 Reports Continued Revenue Growth After Successful Year in 2024

Following their dramatic win at the 2024 League of Legends World Championship, T1 has unveiled impressive revenue growth, fueled by their competitive success and strong international presence. In a recent press release by SK Telecom, T1's parent company goes into detail about the organization's financial growth over the course of the last few years. After a period of continued success, it is T1's aim to build on this growth and expand their reach even further in the world of esports.more

5 Oct
Martin Arévalo-Östberg
Cloud9 Vanity Retires from VALORANT Citing Poor Ranked Experience

Cloud9 Vanity Retires from VALORANT Citing Poor Ranked Experience

Anthony "vanity" Malaspina, the former IGL for Cloud9’s VALORANT roster, recently announced his departure from professional VALORANT. Sharing his decision on his X account, vanity explained that a key factor was the diminishing enjoyment in playing VALORANT’s ranked mode, which he described as having become a discouraging environment. In his farewell statement, he emphasized a lifelong dedication to competition beyond monetary motivations and admitted he didn’t want to continue if his passion had faded. Moving forward, vanity expressed plans tomore

Valorant
5 Oct
Kaustavmani Choudhury
Evil Geniuses to Field a Temporary Team for SEN City Classic

Evil Geniuses to Field a Temporary Team for SEN City Classic

Evil Geniuses (EG) has just announced that their participation in the upcoming SEN City Classic tournament comes with a twist— they will be fielding a temporary roster for the event. While the inclusion of the players in the announcement bring excitement, the "temporary" nature of this roster raises eyebrows as the 2025 competitive season approaches. Tournament Details The SEN City Classic will see four North-American teams in attendance, including Cloud9 (C9), NRG, Sentinels and, of course, Evil Geniuses. With amore

Valorant
30 Sep
Andre Guaraldo
All VALORANT Maps Ordered By Release

All VALORANT Maps Ordered By Release

Riot’s tactical First Person Shooter (FPS) title, Valorant, is now in its fourth year. Over the course of time, new maps have been added to the pool in a bid to shift gameplay and reinvigorate the player base. Each Valorant map has its own personality and characteristics that define gameplay on that map. There are currently 17 maps total for Valorant The Range, for practicing and training new players 11 of which is reserved for standard play (Competitive/Unrated/Swiftplay). 5 formore

Valorant
30 Sep
Foo Zen-Wen
VALORANT Arcane 2.0 bundle to feature Vandal and Vi Hextech Gauntlets

VALORANT Arcane 2.0 bundle to feature Vandal and Vi Hextech Gauntlets

With Arcane Season 2 coming soon, Riot Games is launching a fresh VALORANT Arcane 2.0 bundle, delighting fans with new content. Recent details reveal that the Arcane 2.0 bundle will include a coveted Vandal skin and a melee item styled as the “Vi Hextech Gauntlets.” Here’s everything we know so far. New Arcane 2.0 Vandal and Hextech Gauntlets Skin The Arcane 2.0 bundle centers on a Vandal, providing an exclusive look for players who were tired of seeing only Phantomsmore

Valorant
30 Sep
Andre Guaraldo
Dominating with Skye in Valorant: Tips and Strategies

Dominating with Skye in Valorant: Tips and Strategies

Skye is one of the most versatile Initiators in Valorant, offering a blend of healing, intelligence-gathering, and crowd control. Her abilities make her a crucial asset for any team, especially in scenarios where strategic planning and team coordination are key. Understanding how to use Skye effectively can turn the tide of battle in your favor. Learn how to dominate with Skye in Valorant. Understanding Skye's Abilities Regrowth: The Healing Power Regrowth is Skye’s healing ability that allows her to restoremore

Valorant
30 Sep
Aidan van Vuuren
MIBR reportedly on the brink of signing Aspas

MIBR reportedly on the brink of signing Aspas

MIBR has reportedly reached an agreement with Leviatán Esports to acquire Brazilian star Erick "aspas" Santos for the 2025 VALORANT season. According to sources from journalist Bruno Povoleri, the Brazilian organization received a “yes” from Leviatán, paving the way for a transfer that could reshape the competitive landscape in the region. The deal initially met resistance, as Leviatán was hesitant to part with Aspas under MIBR's initial terms. However, negotiations intensified, and on Saturday, Leviatán reportedly accepted MIBR's revised offer.more

Valorant
27 Sep
Kaustavmani Choudhury
Fnatic Welcomes Sayonara, Confirm Leo for VCT 2025 season

Fnatic Welcomes Sayonara, Confirm Leo for VCT 2025 season

The defending Champions of VCT EMEA, Fnatic have welcomed Ștefan "Sayonara" Mîtcu into their fold for the Off//Season events including Red Bull Home Ground #5 and Riot Games One Tokyo. On the same note, they also announced the return of the in-house Sova main Leo “Leo” Jannesson for the upcoming VCT season. Fnatic invests in the Future The first introduction, Sayonara is a 16-year old Moldovan prodigy that recently played under KPI Gaming and isn't eligible to play in VCTmore

Valorant
24 Sep
Ganesh Jadhav
GiantX Beat G2 Esports in the inaugural Mixed Gender VALORANT tournament

GiantX Beat G2 Esports in the inaugural Mixed Gender VALORANT tournament

The VCT OFF//SEASON EMEA Spotlight Series concluded at Paris Games Week on Oct. 24, with GiantX securing a 3-1 victory over G2 Chozen in a groundbreaking mixed-gender event. As the first of its kind, the tournament featured top-tier male and female players competing together in front of 2000 spectators, with a total prize pool of €30,000. The event, which required teams to field at least two Game Changers players, provided a glimpse into the future of inclusive competitive gaming. Here'smore

Valorant
24 Sep
Andre Guaraldo