Are you a newcomer to the “Valorant” world? Do you find it hard to keep up with more experienced players and make mistakes all the time? Well, don’t worry, because we have the ultimate guide to help you avoid the top five most common mistakes that every “Valorant” newbie makes.
Get ready to go from playing like a zero to playing like a hero as we show you how to fix these mistakes and give you the tips you need to win.
Mistake 1: Bad Crosshair Placement
For an experienced player, the most frustrating thing is seeing their teammates aim at the floor, the sky, or anywhere else but the enemy. In Valorant, it’s very important to put your crosshair where an enemy’s head will walk right into it. This is the main idea that new players have trouble grasping. It’s important to hold and check angles in the right way. If you think someone will come around a corner, hold your gun at a headshot angle and wait for the enemy to show up. With this technique, your chances of getting a quick kill go up by a lot.
If you look closely, you’ll see that the map was made so that there are marks at head level all over it to help you pre-aim your crosshair.
Mistake 2: Shooting while running
New players often make the mistake of running while they shoot. Unlike Apex Legends, it is not a good idea to “run and gun” because the bullet spread is wide and you’ll most likely miss all of your shots. When you crouch-walk or walk, you can control the bullet spread more, but it is still less accurate than when you stand still. Stop, aim, and then shoot if you want to hit your target.
Make a point of coming to a complete stop before shooting. Start by lifting your hand completely off the keyboard so you can see how it changes things. This is obviously not a long term advice but will help you in your initial rank climb.
Mistake 3: Not Using Abilities
New players often make the mistake of not using their abilities. When you use an ability, it forces the enemy to move or change their angle, which increases your chances of winning. When your utility makes an enemy move, they can’t hit you with their shots. This gives you a chance to kill them with the extra time your utility bought you.
Make sure you know what at least one ability does before you start your first game and use it before each round ends. This will help you understand how a skill works and how it can be used in different situations.
Mistake 4: Not talking to each other
Communication is a big part of Valorant. Players should talk to their team to plan pushes, protect sites, and trade kills. When people don’t talk to each other, they can’t understand each other and make mistakes, which can lead to losses.
Mistake 5: Bad Positioning
Valorant‘s positioning is another important part. If you don’t place yourself well, you might get caught off guard and be quickly taken out. As a new player, you should always know where you are and where your enemies might be.
There are many parts to good positioning, but the most overlooked is where you use your abilities. For players new to the game, this is something that leads to their death almost every round.
Never run out into the open with an ability in your hand. Doing so makes you the easiest target in the lobby, so don’t do it from the first game on. Instead, make sure you’re safe, take a quick glance and the mini-map and then proceed to use your abilities.
To avoid these common mistakes, new players should practice placing their crosshair at head level, avoid running while shooting, use at least one of their abilities, talk to each other well, and improve their positioning. Mistakes are a normal part of learning, but if you are aware of them and learn from them, you can improve your skills and increase your chances of ranking up in Valorant. Happy gaming!
