Valorant patch 8.02 has been released. In contrast to the previous patch, this one features lighter updates. The following are the details of the Valorant patch 8.02.
Following the extensive patch 8.01 which nerfed Skye, patch 8.02 brings minor changes to the in-game UI and certain visual modifications related to Agents and cosmetics.
Riot Games is also reintroducing the Esports Hub for the VCT 2024 season, offering players access to the latest news about ongoing matches, standings of their preferred teams across different leagues, and the full schedule directly from the game client.
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Here’s a comprehensive overview of the Valorant patch 8.02 updates.
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Details of Valorant update 8.02
Below are the comprehensive patch notes of Valorant 8.02 provided by Riot Games.
Updates on Agents
Viper
- Viper’s Poison Cloud (Q) grenade has been artistically updated.
Miscellaneous
- The visuals for our Decay debuff have been redesigned for better clarity and visibility.
Updates on Cosmetics
- The Snakebite Shorty has received an art overhaul.
Features in Esports
Esports Hub
The Esports Hub has been reintroduced for the VCT 2024 season with enhanced features.
- You can learn more about the complete VCT format and track our partnered teams’ progress in the four International Leagues, starting with VCT Kickoff.
- Kickoff matches will commence on February 16th with VCT Americas. VCT Pacific, EMEA, and China will soon follow.
- As the season progresses, global events like VCT Masters Madrid will be accessible in the hub, featuring improved tournament visualizations and brackets to help you catch all the action.
- With our live tag and a filterable schedule page, you can check when matches are being played, and directly navigate to the official streams from within the game client.
Fixes for Bugs
Gameplay Systems
- Fixed a problem with incorrect numbering in the killfeed for area-of-effect abilities that eliminate multiple opponents.
- Resolved an issue with the Auto Re-Enter Scope setting not being updated correctly.
Player Conduct
- Fixed an error where the links to the Terms of Service and Penalties and Bans FAQ were not localized in their respective regions.