Valorant Open Beta Now Available for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5
Introduction
Riot’s 5v5 hero shooter, Valorant, has officially entered open beta on consoles. If you have a PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S, you can now join the action and experience the game firsthand.
Open Beta Details
Previously, the only way to play Valorant on consoles was through a closed beta, which required players to sign up. Now, with the open beta, anyone with a PS5 or Xbox Series X|S can jump in and start playing.
Cross-Platform Play and Progression
In a series of posts on the official Valorant X/Twitter account, Riot Games explained that console players won’t be able to play with PC players. However, Xbox and PlayStation players can join each other’s games. Additionally, there will be shared cross-progression for both PC and console. This means players can access all purchased items and continue their progress on both platforms. Subscribers to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate will unlock all agents automatically.
Availability
The Valorant open beta is currently available only in the United States, Canada, Europe, Brazil, and Japan. This limited release allows Riot Games to refine the console experience before a wider launch.
New Shooting Mode for Consoles
Bringing Valorant to consoles required significant adjustments. For instance, the standard way to shoot on PC, known as hip firing, didn’t work well on consoles. To address this, Riot created a new shooting mode called Focus. This mode mimics hip fire but with reduced sensitivity, making it more suitable for console gameplay.
Getting Started
If you’re new to Valorant, check out our guide for tips and strategies to get ahead in the game. This guide covers everything you need to know to start playing and improve your skills.
Conclusion
The Valorant open beta for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 is an exciting development for console gamers. With cross-platform play between consoles and shared progression with PC, players have more ways to enjoy this popular hero shooter. Join the open beta today and dive into the action!
