Valorant is a tactical multiplayer team-based first-person shooter developed by Riot Games, the creators of League of Legends, with a focus on esports. The game resembles a mix of CS:GO (gameplay and map design), Team Fortress (visual style), Overwatch (unique characters, active use of abilities) and the studio's own solutions.
Pro Valorant players tested Harbor before its release and gave their ratings to the new agent!
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The Valorant pros got their hands on the game's newest Agent Harbor early on, and walked away feeling overwhelmed.
Riot Games has made it possible for professional gamers, content creators and the press to play Harbor before its release and stream their gameplay.
After Harbor's announcement, players were drawn to his unique ability, which allows him to throw a water grenade that turns into a shield on impact and acts like smoke, giving him the unique ability to control zones on the map.
Despite how promising Harbor looks on paper, pro players who have gotten their hands on the new Controller say the Agent feels underwhelming.
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The first conclusion that many pros made was that Harbor might not be able to play as a solo controller at a professional level.
The new Agent doesn't have a lot of utility that can hold an area, as it was built for quick strikes and for initiating fights.
For many professionals, a controller that cannot be run alone in a professional composition is not worth a pickup, but Brendan "BcJ" Jensen said the Viper is better than the Harbor despite its amazing ability.
Some have also pointed out the shortcomings of Harbor's ability, which can deal a limited amount of damage, and once the buff is destroyed, the smoke dissipates, giving enemies a short-term advantage. All players can shoot smoke, or, as one content creator discovered, use a single Raze to break the shield and take away utility.
While the overall online vibe from players was average, some pointed to specific strengths they see in the pro agent.
Former analyst Sentinels Dani "Dani" Hashwe said that he thinks that while Agent is not very good, Harbor is great at fast executions and strong at recapturing space and peak venues. He also said that the ability Cove will be strong on rounds with low buys.
former star OpTic Gaming Jacob "yay" Whitaker agreed with the sentiment surrounding the site's reshoots and executions, and said that he personally thinks the agent is strong.
Pros will have months to work with agent ahead of Valorant 2023 season Champion Tourwhich starts in February. Fans will see teams decide how to use an agent during the offseason.
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