"Bind is the best map": Valorant community reacts to possible map changes in upcoming patch

Valorant patch 5.12 expected changes (Image via Sportskeeda)
Valorant patch 5.12 expected changes (Image via Sportskeeda)

The upcoming Valorant patch will reportedly be a massive update as it targets map rotation changes, Chamber balance, and another attempt at discouraging smurfing. The community had mixed reactions to the next update as it might introduce an older map and rework others.

Such a change is not unnatural as the publisher tries to help all players by introducing updates that do not provide an advantage to any side while also providing a fresh change of pace around the battlefield. The case is similar for Agent changes, with developers estimating the appropriate metrics and feedback to ensure a balanced gameplay experience.


Valorant upcoming update evokes a vivid community reaction

Riot developers have routinely revised the game, introducing various patches at different intervals. A massively fan-favored map was drawn back into rework, effectively removing it from the map pool for a long time. The next patch might reimplement the map Split, while other maps might get a facelift.

Valorant players like Pedroocaldera shared their opinion on these changes. Most players supported the addition of previously removed Split. It was a fan-favorite map that saw a ton of action.

Not all players are happy. Somewhere were concerned about which maps would be reworked. The consensus was about removing Breeze.

Others Valorant players like Frostywth continued to appeal that Pearl needed to be balanced further even after the latest map changes by the developers. However, it is a new map that recently saw a massive overhaul, so it is less likely that Pearl will be sent back for rework so soon.

Massywassy1 gave meaningful insight and criticized fans for their overzealous love for Bind. His post also clarified that Riot Games is likely managing map balances one at a time and testing its effects. Multiple maps being wholly reworked at the same time seems too much too soon. It would not be beneficial for the game or the players.

Meanwhile, Thekev1nle and a good chunk of players outright rejected the idea that Bind needed balance as the map caters to specific playstyles. The debate is ongoing, with fans occasionally pointing out nuanced issues on all maps. This information could likely help the developers focus their energy on specific aspects of the map in future updates.


Details of the upcoming Valorant patch have not been officially announced. So players must wait to learn more about the finer details. Expect to see Sentinel tweaked with damage or ability nerfs to temper his skyrocketing lethality.

Stay tuned to Sportskeeda for the latest updates as we follow all the stories around Riot's FPS title closely.

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