10 Essential Valorant Tips Every Beginner Should Know

Master the Fundamentals

Valorant is a tactical shooter that rewards precision, strategy, and teamwork. Whether you're coming from CS2 or completely new to the genre, these tips will help you build a solid foundation.

1. Crosshair Placement is King

Keep your crosshair at head level at all times. Pre-aim common angles and corners. This single habit will dramatically improve your kill rate.

2. Learn the Economy

Understanding when to buy, save, or force-buy is crucial. A full buy typically costs around 3900 credits for rifle + full armor + abilities.

3. Communicate Everything

Call out enemy positions, your utility usage, and your intentions. Good communication wins rounds.

4. Master 2-3 Agents First

Don't try to learn every agent at once. Pick 2-3 agents from different roles and master them before expanding your pool.

5. Use Your Utility

Don't die with unused abilities! Utility can win rounds - smokes for cover, flashes for entry, molotovs for denial.

6. Practice Your Aim Daily

Spend 15-20 minutes in the Range or aim trainers before playing. Consistency is more important than intensity.

7. Learn Default Setups

Know the standard positions for attack and defense on each map. Watch pro matches to understand site takes and rotations.

8. Don't Peek When You Don't Need To

If you have the advantage, let enemies come to you. Unnecessary peeks lose rounds.

9. Play for Trades

Always be ready to trade your teammates. If they die, you should be in position to get the kill.

10. Review Your Games

Watch your VODs to identify mistakes. What got you killed? What could you have done better?

Remember: improvement takes time. Focus on one tip at a time and you'll see progress!