July 29 is going to be a great day forValorantplayers, as that’s when developer Riot Games will release the Unreal Engine 5 upgrade to the popular hero-shooter.Valorantis about to get a significant enhancement that Riot had promised a few months ago without giving a specific date, and now players finally know exactly when the update will be rolled out.
Valorantis a free‑to‑play tactical hero‑shooteravailable for PC and consoles, inspired by massively popular classic shooters likeCounter‑Strike. The game features precise gunplay along with heroes who have unique abilities that bring a whole new strategic layer to the usual FPS mechanics.Valorantcame out in 2020 and, true to Riot’s style, it has evolved quite a lot since then, with the developer expanding the game’s roster and introducing major quality-of-life updates—like improved anti-cheat measures, new modes, and an advanced matchmaking system—aiming to build a fair esports ecosystem. And now, with the upcoming switch to Unreal Engine 5,Valorantis entering a new era.
Riot Games announced that it is skipping overValorant’s patch 11.01 to prepare for the anticipated Unreal Engine 5 switch in patch 11.02, releasing on July 29. In a briefblog poston the game’s website, Riot’s Kenny “Karnifexlol” Cameron explained that any changes to the game will be included in patch 11.02, along withValorant’s Unreal Engine 5 upgrade. This update will represent arguably the biggest change ever experienced by the game.
Valorant Unreal Engine 5 Switch Will Happen on July 29
Valorantkeeps evolving in 2025, with upcoming changes adding to the long list of patches rolled out during the year. Despite some controversies, Riot Games has shown a commitment to addressing some of the game’s long-standing issues and is now gearing up for one of the most significant updatesValoranthas seen since its release in 2020.
