Understanding VALORANT’s Episode and Act Structure
VALORANT, developed by Riot Games, offers a dynamic content update model that keeps the game engaging for players. Although the game does not follow a traditional seasonal structure like some other games, it has a well-defined episodic format. Each Episode is roughly six months long and is divided into smaller segments called Acts, which last a few months each. This structure allows players to experience fresh content regularly without being overwhelmed.
Each Act introduces new elements such as agents, maps, and game modes. These updates ensure that the game remains interesting and enjoyable for both new and veteran players. As of now, VALORANT is in the third Act of Episode Nine, which started on October 23, 2024.
Timeline of VALORANT Episodes and Acts
Episode One: IGNITION
- Act One: June 2, 2020 – August 13, 2020
- Act Two: August 4, 2020 – October 13, 2020
- Act Three: October 13, 2020 – January 12, 2021
Episode Two: FORMATION
- Act One: January 12, 2021 – March 2, 2021
- Act Two: March 2, 2021 – April 27, 2021
- Act Three: April 27, 2021 – June 22, 2021
Episode Three: REFLECTION
- Act One: June 22, 2021 – September 8, 2021
- Act Two: September 8, 2021 – November 2, 2021
- Act Three: November 2, 2021 – January 11, 2022
Episode Four: DISRUPTION
- Act One: January 11, 2022 – March 1, 2022
- Act Two: March 1, 2022 – April 27, 2022
- Act Three: April 27, 2022 – June 22, 2022
Episode Five: DIMENSION
- Act One: June 22, 2022 – August 23, 2022
- Act Two: August 23, 2022 – October 17, 2022
- Act Three: October 17, 2022 – January 10, 2023
Episode Six: REVELATION
- Act One: January 10, 2023 – March 6, 2023
- Act Two: March 6, 2023 – April 25, 2023
- Act Three: April 25, 2023 – June 26, 2023
Episode Seven: EVOLUTION
- Act One: June 27, 2023 – August 29, 2023
- Act Two: August 29, 2023 – October 31, 2023
- Act Three: October 31, 2023 – January 9, 2024
Episode Eight: DEFIANCE
- Act One: January 9, 2024 – March 5, 2024
- Act Two: March 5, 2024 – April 30, 2024
- Act Three: April 30,
