The latest Valorant agent, Iso, was introduced in October 2023, making players eager for a new addition. Now, Riot Games is gearing up for the release of Agent 25, and the community caught wind of it in December 2023 when a player card hinted at the upcoming agent. The developer has now teased this agent, confirming the speculations.
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Valorant's New Agent
With Valorant Episode 8 Act 2 approaching, players are buzzing with anticipation for what's to come. Riot Games hasn't spilled all the details yet but has confirmed that the big reveal for Valorant Agent 25 is just around the corner. On Mar. 4, Riot Games announced on its social media channels that the new agent would be showcased during the final match at VCT Masters Madrid on Mar. 24. However, it's crucial for fans to note that this doesn't necessarily mean the agent will be playable on the same day. New agents typically drop at the beginning of each act, so expect Agent 25 in Valorant Episode 8 Act 3.
Code Name, Release Date, and More
Riot Games often leaves hints in its in-game assets, and players spotted a noteworthy player card in Episode 8 Act 1 Battle Pass, suggesting the arrival of the next Valorant agent. This unique player card features purple and yellow hues and a distinctive butterfly-like silhouette. Twitter leaker ValorLeaks hinted at the new agent being a "Controller" and suggested a possible release window in Mar. 2024 for Valorant Episode 8 Act 2.
ValorLeaks shared, "Card belongs towards the agent codenamed 'SmokeDancer.'" If confirmed as a controller, SmokeDancer will join the ranks of Brimstone, Viper, Omen, Astra, and Harbor as the sixth controller in Valorant. Controllers specialize in supporting their team by disrupting enemy vision, taking control of areas, and manipulating enemy movement.
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