VALORANT New Patch 7.02

VALORANT New Patch 7.02: What You Need to Know

VALORANT's latest update, Patch 7.02, brings exciting new features, updates, and bug fixes to improve gameplay and user experience. Whether you're a casual player or a competitive enthusiast, here's everything you need to know about Patch 7.02 and how it impacts your gameplay.

Agent Updates

Jett’s voice lines have been updated with new interactions featuring Gekko and Neon. These new voice lines enhance the dynamic between agents, adding more flavor to in-game interactions and making gameplay feel more immersive.

Esports Features

The Esports Hub is now live! You can immerse yourself in VCT Champions 2023, the ultimate competition that concludes the 2023 VCT Season. Follow all the esports action directly in-game, check team updates, match schedules, and track your favorite teams through the Group Stages and Playoffs. The Esports Hub becomes available on August 2, and matches will run from August 6 through the Grand Finals on August 26.

Player Behavior Updates

In a push towards better in-game behavior, party voice mutes have been added for players who already have team voice mutes. The Real-Time Text Evaluation system, which mutes disruptive text chat players, is now rolling out globally after a successful trial in NA regions. This ensures a better and more respectful in-game chat experience across all supported languages.

Bug Fixes

• General bug fixes have been applied to issues involving the Spray Wheel, Spike Defuse animation, Toggle Walk, and Crosshair Profiles.
• Agent bug fixes include resolving issues with Omen’s abilities, KAY/O’s ZERO/point, and Deadlock’s Annihilation interactions.
• Additional fixes address interactions between Raze's Showstopper and Deadlock's Annihilation, as well as damage-over-time abilities affecting Deadlock's Barrier Mesh.

Map Fixes

A bug affecting Bind’s teleport audio and controlled abilities has been fixed, enhancing the map’s audio clarity for players using teleporters.

Premier Mode Updates

The Premier Weekly Match Reset timer now displays the number of days left until the reset, providing players with better tracking of their weekly match progress.

Known Issues

The Araxys skin line muzzle flash is currently displaying in black and white for chromas in third person. Expect a fix for this in an upcoming patch.

Conclusion

VALORANT Patch 7.02 brings numerous updates and fixes to improve both gameplay and player experience. With enhanced agent interactions, a brand-new esports hub, and significant improvements in player behavior systems, Patch 7.02 is a major step forward. Be sure to explore the new features and stay updated with the latest in VALORANT’s ever-evolving landscape.