"New Game Mode Debuts in Valorant Premier - Episode 7 Act II, Offering a Competitive Pathway to Top-tier Play"
Since its debut in June 2020, Valorant has proven to be a global phenomenon, with its daily player count consistently breaking records. As a result, the popular eSports title has received widespread acclaim around the world. As the game's popularity continues to soar, developer Riot Games has shown a growing interest in cultivating the competitive scene at its grassroots level.
On the heels of the conclusion of the Valorant Champions tournament in LA, which was won by Evil Geniuses in a nail-biting final against Paper Rex, Riot Games has announced the introduction of the Premier Mode in Episode 7 Act II. Originally in beta testing, this new mode allows players to form teams and participate in a series of weekly matches on designated maps. The victors will progress to a Playoff tournament at the end.
In a statement, Riot Games declared that the new mode would provide all players worldwide the opportunity to rise through the ranks with their own team or potentially draw the attention of big-name rosters. Furthermore, the company has asserted that this new branch of the game will function as the path for players to ascend to the Valorant Champions Tour Challengers leagues in the upcoming days. Each stage of the Premier Mode will last for the duration of an Act, aiding players in tracking their progress and making necessary advancements as needed.
The Premier Mode is expected to provide an unparalleled opportunity for players in regions such as India, where eSports is on the upswing. This game mode will give players from smaller towns the chance to showcase their talent against the game's elite competitors.
In this piece, Deputy Features Editor, Satvik Pandey offers his thoughts on the matter, expressing optimism about the decision as a positive step in the right direction, especially for burgeoning esports markets like India. A self-proclaimed Steve Jobs devotee, shutterbug, and sports enthusiast, Satvik manages the daily operations of the magazine and is responsible for reviewing audio-products, smartwatches, projectors, and other gadgets.
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Satvik Pandey, the Deputy Features Editor, expresses optimism about the Premier Mode in Valorant, believing it to be a positive development for burgeoning eSports markets like India. As a sports enthusiast, he manages the magazine and reviews various gadgets, including smartwatches.
In smaller towns of India, players can now showcase their talent in Valorant's Premier Mode, providing an opportunity to compete against the game's elite competitors in the sports realm.
