Valorant Update 8.02 Patch Notes: Here’s what we know so far

Valorant patch 8.02 brings a mix of minor adjustments to the UI, Agent visuals, and cosmetics, alongside the revival of the Esports Hub for VCT 2024. Here's a breakdown of what the update entails.

Valorant Update 8.02 Patch Notes:

Agent Updates
Viper's Poison Cloud (Q) grenade now features an updated art style for better clarity.


Miscellaneous
The visual representation of the Decay debuff has been enhanced for clearer visibility.

Cosmetic Updates
The Snakebite Shorty skin receives an art update for improved aesthetics.

Esports Features
The Esports Hub makes a return for VCT 2024, providing comprehensive coverage of ongoing matches, team standings, and schedules within the game client.

VCT 2024 kicks off on February 16 with matches starting in the Americas, followed by Pacific, EMEA, and China.

Global events like VCT Masters Madrid will unlock within the hub as the season progresses, offering enhanced tournament visualizations and brackets.

A live tag and filterable schedule page allows users to track match timings and access official streams directly.

Bug Fixes

Gameplay Systems
Fixed an issue with the killfeed not numbering correctly with area-of-effect abilities that eliminate multiple players.
Fixed an issue with the Auto Re-Enter Scope setting not updating properly.

Player Behavior
Resolved an issue where the links to the Terms of Service and Penalties and Bans FAQ were not localized to their respective regions.

FAQs:

How does the Valorant update 8.02 differ from the previous patch?
Patch 8.02 brings lighter changes, focusing on UI tweaks, Agent visuals, and cosmetic updates compared to the substantial adjustments in patch 8.01.

What features are included in the VCT 2024 Esports Hub?
The Esports Hub offers real-time updates on matches, team standings, and schedules. It also provides access to VCT format details and official streams.