Valorant Console Beta: Everything You Need To Know

The Valorant beta for Xbox and PlayStation is launching in select regions. Riot has hinted at a console version for years, with job postings confirming their plans to bring the game to current-generation consoles.

Here's everything you need to know about signing up, the beta start date, available maps, and more.

When Does Valorant Console Beta Start?

The Valorant console beta begins on June 14, 2024. Riot hasn't said how long it will last or if there will be a break between the closed beta and the official release.

When Does Valorant Console Beta End?

Riot hasn't set a specific end date for the VALORANT console beta. According to the VALORANT team's FAQ response about when the console beta will conclude, they explained that the Limited Beta is meant to ensure VALORANT is fully prepared for its console launch. The beta helps them test server performance and other aspects of the game. They'll wrap it up once they're confident that the game is in a good place for release.

Which Countries Can Play in The Beta?

The console beta for Valorant will be available in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe, and Japan. You can play it on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Riot has mentioned that it might expand to other regions soon after this initial run.

How Can I Apply For The Valorant Console Beta?

Players can check their eligibility and sign up for the beta on the Valorant beta website.

Riot hasn't given a timeline for the full console release. However, when the game's beta launched on PC, it took only a few months to reach version 1.0.

Which Consoles Can Valorant Be Played On?

Valorant will only be available on the latest console models, such as the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Riot has chosen not to support older consoles like the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.

Does Valorant Have Cross-play On Console?

Valorant will have a in-between console cross-play but not with the PC. Therefore, you will be able to play the very same account and share progress between your PS5 and XBOX consoles, but not with the PC. You will also not be able to play competitive mode with PC players.

Which Maps Are In Console Beta?

Console players will be able to access Ranked mode on June 26th. The maps listed below are only for Unrated, Swiftplay, and Deathmatch modes.

Starting June 14, you can play on Ascent, Bind, Haven, and the new map Abyss. Haven returned to the map pool with patch 8.11, while Breeze and Split were rotated out.

On June 25, patch 9.00 will add the Sunset map for console players. Lotus will be added on July 9, and Icebox on July 23. With the 9.0 update, Riot plans to introduce a new map with every patch.

All TDM maps like District, Kasbah, Piazza, and Drift will also be playable. To play maps that are not in the current pool, you can use the Custom Games section.

Which Game Modes Are Available in Closed Beta?

Beta players on Valorant console will have access to the following game modes:

Unrated

Swift Play

Deathmatch

Team Deathmatch

Custom Games

Competitive (coming in patch 9.0)

Additionally, console players can try out the new Basic Training Tutorial, which covers gameplay basics like shooting, agent abilities, and match formats.

For an advantage in matches, check out our guide on the best controller settings for the Valorant console beta. If you’re looking for the perfect crosshairs, see the best crosshairs guide.

When Is Ranked Coming to Valorant Console Beta?

As Valorant on console goes through its beta phase, you may be wondering when ranked is coming, so here is what you need to know about when it will be arriving.

Ranked mode is coming to Valorant's console port in patch 9.0, as mentioned in the 8.11 patch notes.

Patch 9.0, also known as the Episode 9 Act 1 patch, will be released on June 26. This update will introduce Competitive mode to consoles and add Abyss to the ranked map pool.

When ranked launches on June 26, beta console players will still have a limited map pool. The available maps will be Abyss, Ascent, Bind, Haven, and Sunset (releasing on June 25).

Are Mouse and Keyboard Bannable in Valorant Console?

The Valorant Console Limited Beta FAQ states that players can only use a controller when playing on a console. Riot emphasizes that using a mouse and keyboard could give some players an unfair advantage.

Riot wants everyone to have a consistent experience, no matter where they play, ensuring fair gameplay. Using a mouse and keyboard can disrupt this balance and may result in getting banned from Valorant on consoles.

PSA: If you plug a mouse & keyboard in to play VALORANT Console, you will get banned

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— Valorant News (@ValorINTEL) June 15, 2024

In the video, a player is seen fidgeting with a dagger while the sounds of their keyboard clicks are heard in the background. Suddenly, the player is kicked out of the game with a big red "Cheater Detected" message. The player tries to rejoin several times but keeps getting kicked out, showing they've been banned. Valorant also shows a message saying the player violated the terms of service and didn't uphold the match's integrity, reminding players to be respectful in games.

What is Focus mode in Valorant Console?

Bringing a tactical first-person shooter to consoles poses challenges because it's often believed that the precision isn't as good as on PC, especially according to competitive players. This is why many consider mouse and keyboard superior for shooters. These input methods allow players to have more precise control over movement using their elbow and wrist, unlike the joystick on a controller.

Focus Mode aims to tackle this issue. After trying it out on PS5 over a weekend, I can confidently say it does a great job. So, what is Focus Mode exactly?

Instead of the usual "left trigger to aim down sights" approach found in most shooters, it maps Focus Mode to the left trigger. When you press it, the game adjusts the sensitivity of the aiming joystick, making it much lower than when shooting from the hip. Importantly, this doesn't actually aim down sights (PSA: You can still enable traditional ADS in the settings). This adjustment mimics the precise control of a mouse.

Read more: Top 3 Tips For Better Aim on Valorant Console

How Many FPS Will Valorant Have on Consoles?

Valorant will run at 120 FPS on consoles.

Will Skins or Battlepasses Purchased in The Beta Carry Over to Full Version?

Yes, any skins you own or purchase during beta will carry over. Also, everything you own on PC will carry over. After the Limited Beta concludes, all players who participated in VALORANT during that time, whether on Console or PC, will receive a special player card!

Will Boosting Factory Do Valorant Boosting on Console?

Yes. We will start boosting Valorant on consoles on June 26th, as soon as the ranked mode launches. Head over to our Valorant rank boosting pages and Valorant placement boosting pages to customize your order - one of our pros will be with you the very same day.