Valorant is coming up to the end of its second year since release. However, the fun isn't over just yet.
Riot Games have now fully revealed all the new events coming to Valorant before the new year.
There are some new squad boosts, a new game mode beta, a celebration of the community and more.
Additionally, the chance to listen to all of the music from the game will also be available.
It's looking like it's going to be a pretty packed month before the lead-up to 2023.
So, let's take a look at all of the Valorant events that Riot Games have planned for us to finish 2022.
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Here's how to access your details for 2022.
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2022 Recall Event Pass
(Dec. 14 4 PM PT - Jan. 4 4 PM PT)
The year 2022 is coming to a close and that means it’s time for some year-end celebrations.
So how about a free Event Pass?
Look out for the Walis Tambo Gun Buddy, Fakeout Spray, two new Titles, and two new Player cards that are all nods to some truly great (and hilarious) 2022 moments.
And the best part? All you need to do to earn these items is play Valorant from Dec. 14 at 4 PM PT to Jan. 4 at 4 PM PT.
Valorant Squad Boost
(Dec. 14 4 PM PT - Jan. 4 4 PM PT)
Want to make memories and some friends?
As a thank you for being part of our Valorant community we’re giving you a boost—earn up to 20% bonus match XP for games played in a group.
So get some friends or just a buddy and earn some extra XP.
- Duos get an 8% increase
- Trios get a 12% increase
- Party of 4? 16% increase
- Full squads of 5 get the full 20% increase
Valorant Swiftplay Beta
(Dec. 6 - Jan. 10)
You wanted more shots and more reps, so we’re giving you Swiftplay, in Beta starting Dec. 6 through January 10, 2023.
Like your standard 5v5 Unrated mode, but condensed:
- First to 5 rounds, 4-round half
- Spike mode victory conditions
- Single Spike carrier
- Set Credit amounts granted at the start of the round
- 800
- 2400*
- Not including 600c bonus for winning pistol
- 4250
- 4250
- Weapon and Credit carryover supported
- +600 credit bonus for winning pistol round
- Standard Kill bonuses (+200c) and Spike Plant bonuses (+300c)
- 2 Ult points granted at the start of each half
- Sudden death overtime
- Match time is approx. 15 minutes
RE//LOAD
(Dec. 16)
As an end-of-year celebration of our Valorant players, pros, creators, and fans a digital Livestream event on Dec. 16 will happen.
It will be a celebratory look back at the year!
Viewers on Twitch will get to watch and interact with an immersive experience that includes five differently-themed activation areas relating to Valorant.
Additionally, there will be a pro-am tournament, surprise special guests, and a music performance by Mike Dimes to close.
Plus, people who tune in can gain access to exclusive giveaways (including one with Secretlab), claim Valorant goodies with the Prime Gaming offer, and more.
Let’s party. Watch at twitch.tv/crown on Dec. 16 from 10 AM to 3 PM PT. Tune in early to catch the pre-show DJ set by Dabin.
Valorant Night Market
(Dec. 7 4 PM PT - Jan. 4 4 PM PT)
What will your six skins be? On Dec. 7, the familiar Night Market button will once again appear.
All discounted. All unique weapon skins for you. Snatch up what you want by Jan. 4.
Flashback
(End of year)
Ever wonder if your most-played Agent is the one you play best? Or how many headshots you landed in 2022?
If so, be sure you’ve opted-in to receive Valorant marketing emails by Dec. 26 because, at the end of the year, we’ll be sending out your personalized #VALFlashback email.
This will be loaded with stats detailing all the cool stuff you achieved in 2022.
Want bragging rights? Share the progress you’ve made in-game and your best/worst/craziest moments from 2022 on your socials.
Here’s how to opt in:
- Head to https://account.riotgames.com and log in
- Look for and click “COMMUNICATION PREFERENCES” on the left
- Then check the "Communications from Riot Games" box and you’re all set
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MV//MNT
As a gift to you, our Valorant community, we took all of the in-game music from Episode 5 and lengthened it.
Working with the producer, Shyloom, to make commercial-length versions of each piece and put them into a mixtape
The songs will be available to stream on all streaming platforms, but be sure to keep your eyes on our socials for the download link.