Dev News
Official Valorant developer blogs and deep dives from Riot Games.
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One BIG Dev Update
Insane new mode, new rifle, new systems. Get a look at VALORANT’s biggest update of 2026 with the help of some glitched out devs.
Summit Map Mogs // Dev Diaries
The devs take us through philosophy and creative design for the newest Map based in China, Summit.
Ranked, Modes, Agent Balance, and more // Dev Updates
The Dev team drops by for a mid-year check-in on a bunch of hot topics.
Bring the NOISE with Miks // Dev Diaries - VALORANT
See how we brought Miks to life through sounds, sensations, and just plain old good vibes.
The Making of a Zeus-inspired VALORANT Skin
A VALORANT artist’s process designing a hypothetical skin for the lightning-wielding god of thunder.
Welcome to Season 2026 // Dev Updates
The stage is set for a new year of VALORANT.
Replays: Everything You Need to Know
Detailed information and Frequently Asked Questions for the VALORANT Replay system.
Behind the Walls of Corrode // Dev Diaries
Hear how the dev team approached designing VALORANT’s newest map, Corrode.
Abilities, Smurfing, Replays, and More // Dev Updates
Learn more about how the team is approaching core topics like ability overload, smurfing, and more.
Celebrating 5 Years of VALORANT
Anna Donlon reflects on VALORANT’s journey to 5 years and invites you to join us for many more.
Vanguard hits new ‘Bans-Per-Second’ record.
Ban hammer goes brrr after Riot-wide holiday break.
What’s New for Season 2025 // Dev Updates
Find out more about the upcoming changes across Agents, Balance, Ranked, Replays, and more.
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