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Valorant Mobile Begins China-Only Playtest Ahead of Global Launch

Riot Games, in collaboration with LightSpeed Studios, has opened pre-registration in China for limited playtests, with a global release targeted for Q3 2025.

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Overview

  • Riot Games has partnered with LightSpeed Studios, known for PUBG Mobile, to develop a mobile version of the tactical shooter Valorant.
  • Pre-registration for a China-exclusive playtest began on April 21, 2025, offering participants exclusive in-game player cards as rewards.
  • The mobile adaptation is designed to replicate the speed and precision of the PC version, with controls optimized for mobile gameplay.
  • China, the world’s largest mobile gaming market, is the first region to access Valorant Mobile, with a global rollout planned for Q3 2025.
  • No specific release dates have been announced for regions outside China, as Riot focuses on initial testing and feedback.