Since Valorant launched back in 2020, the game has had no shortage of new maps for players to learn and experiment with. As with any tactical shooter, having a large pool of maps that rotate during different seasons is very important to keep the game fresh and engaging. Valorant is no different, and the new map pool for Episode 8 Act 1 (which is set to release in just over a week) has finally been revealed. In this article, we will provide the full list of maps for Episode 8 and discuss what it means for the future of the game.
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Valorant Episode 8 New Map Pool Revealed
Our trusty leaker, ValorMike, finally revealed the official new map pool for Episode 8 Act 1. The last time the map pool in Valorant changed was in September 2023, with the maps Fracture, Pearl, and Icebox being temporarily removed and updated by Riot Games. This new map pool is set to launch with the next competitive season on January 10th. Here is the full list of maps that will be available in Valorant's competitive modes during Episode 8 Act 1:
- Icebox
- Lotus
- Sunset
- Breeze
- Ascent
- Bind
- Split
And these are the maps that will not be part of the map pool in the upcoming Act:
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Map Changes to Icebox and Lotus Announced
Alongside the reveal of the new map pool for Episode 8 Act 1, ValorMike also revealed some information about potential changes to some of the maps that will be available. Icebox and Lotus are going to be entering the map pool with some new tweaks, based on the feedback provided by high-level players.
Map changes in Valorant can vary in scope, from a few added boxes to an entire overhaul. There is little information currently on how significant these changes are going to be, but we will be sure to keep you up-to-date on any new information that surfaces.
That covers everything you need to know about the new Valorant map pool in Episode 8 Act 1. With some classic maps making an appearance with a couple of updates, the game is going to remain in a fresh state for the foreseeable future.
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