Pearl map, new rank "Blossom" - what awaits players in act 1 episode 5

Riot Games shared the details of the changes that will affect VALORANT in Act 1 Episode 5. Among the most notable innovations are the new Pearl map, as well as the Flourish rank. We offer you to get acquainted with all the changes in the game below.

Discover another dimension of an already familiar game. VALORANT Episode 5 brings you the new Flourish rank, an underwater map, and a generous dose of mayhem. Plus, there are two ways to earn Act 1 items!

New map Pearl

The new map will officially appear in the game today, June 22. The general access will be open from July 12.

Pearl is a real underwater miracle. The new VALORANT map features outlandish technology and a classic three-track structure. No doors, cables or teleports - just you and your skills. Show everything that you are capable of!

It is reported that for the first time, Pearl will only be playable in normal mode without a rank. This will allow players to explore a new map before including the Ranked Play map list. Separate matchmaking on Pearl will be available for 2 weeks, after which the new map will appear in ranked play.

As for the competitive scene, the map will replace Split in the active pool.

New rank "Blossom"

Have you noticed that in a ranked game, your progress seems to not move at all? Then we will please you: a new rank between "Diamond" and "Immortal" will move him off the ground! With the advent of Flourish, there will be fewer players in all other ranks. But this does not mean that you no longer have to give all your best!

Between "Diamond" and "Immortal" there is now another rank called "Flourish". In this regard, for all ranks below "Flourish", the target MMR values \u200b\u200bthat determine the rank reduction are changing. Target values for "Immortal" (1, 2 and 3) and "Radiant" have become higher. In addition, from now on, the highest rank that can be obtained as a result of calibration is "Flourish 1".

Battle Pass

The developers have added another collection of skins - a lot of flaming, shining, shimmering and other items - Classic "Glitter", "Operation: Vacation" card, "Knitted Charm" keychain and much more.

Skip the "Collision" event

If you've ever wanted VALORANT agents to become comic book characters, then your dream has come true! In honor of the squad's first trip to Omega Earth, we're releasing new cards drawn by the most talented artists. Earn experience to quickly expand your collection with three unique player cards, new titles and Radianite Points!