Valorant Patch 11.08 Sparks Community Backlash
Patch 11.08 promises significant changes to gameplay in Valorant, but its timing has raised concerns among players and fans, particularly with the Game Changers Championship approaching.
Riot Games' Global Head of Valorant Esports has addressed community complaints following the announcement of the major patch, which is set to drop on October 15 with V25 Act VI, bringing changes to gunplay, abilities, maps, and more.
- Several changes to gunplay and abilities
- Updates to maps
- Utility cooldowns for many Agents
Many fans and players have expressed frustration with the incoming changes, citing disrupted tournament preparation.
The timing of the patch, just weeks before the 2025 Game Changers Championship, has been a major point of contention, with some questioning Riot's commitment to the Game Changers circuit.
Author's summary: Valorant patch sparks backlash before Game Changers Champs.