Written By Pranav Sawant
7 best Valorant tips and tricks to rank up to Gold from Iron
Valorant players can follow the below tips and tricks to rank up to Gold from Iron in less than a month.
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Understand the basics
Before diving into advanced strategies, it is essential to master the basics of Valorant. Understanding each agent's abilities, map layouts, weapon mechanics, and game objectives is crucial for success.
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Choose the right character
Choose the right agent for you. As a beginner, you can unlock all characters as you play the unrated mode. This may take some time, however, once unlocked, try and practice each agent. Choose between Sentinel, Initiator, Controller, and Duelists. Some beginner agents include Sage and Brim.
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Game sense
For an FPS game like this, game sense is crucial. If you have never played a fast-paced FPS game, this may take some time. However, if you are used to playing games like Counter-Strike, you can have the game sense early. Practice in all modes to improve game sense.
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Learn the map
One of the key factors in climbing the ranks is having a deep understanding of the maps in Valorant. Learn common choke points, plant locations, and advantageous positions that can give you an edge over your opponents. Map knowledge allows you to anticipate enemy movements and make informed decisions during gameplay.
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Manage economy
In Valorant, managing your economy is crucial for success. Make wise purchasing decisions based on your team's economic status and the current round situation. For instance, don't buy Vandal or Phantom in the second round, probably the team should save or rely on Spectre to save cash for the next round.
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Team building and communication
Remember, to rank up you need to have good teammates as well. Teammates with whom you can communicate and give callouts. Random players may help in the initial stages, but to climb up the rank, you need to have a good squad. So build a team as you grow and keep communicating.
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Crosshair placement
Aiming is a fundamental skill in any shooter game, and Valorant is no exception. Pay attention to your crosshair placement to ensure that it is always at head level. This simple technique can significantly increase your chances of landing headshots and winning gunfights. You can try other players' crosshairs by typing /cc in the chat, then setting it as yours in General > Crosshair.
