Hello Pheasants!
My name is y844kst and I am here to talk about a few things I feel I should help the community!
A few people have had issues with the game, whether it be high pings or computer problems and running the
game.
For all those players that are having issues running the game (Crashing, freezing etc) Below are the minimum and Recommended Specifications/requirements.
Minimum
Graphics Card: Intel HD 3000
CPU: Intel i3-370M (2 cores at 2.40ghz)
Ram: 4GB
Operating System: Windows 7/8/10 --> 64 Bit
Recommended
Graphics Card: GTX 1050 Ti
CPU: Intel Core i5-4460
Ram: 4GB
Operating System: Windows 7/8/10 --> 64-bit
To test your computer automatically and check if you can run the game ---> https://www.systemrequirementslab.com/cyri/requirements/valorant/19638
For those players that are having Lag and/or latency (Ping) issues follow these simple steps to see if it can resolve your issues. If one step doesn't work go to the next.
- Restart your modem by unplugging it from the wall for 30 seconds then restarting.
- Check your connection speed --> https://www.speedtest.net/ (Generally if its more than 30-50mb download speed its ok. Remember faster the better!)
- Check to see if riot have Valorant servers in your region/area. Check this out --> https://playvalorant.com/en-us/news/dev/05-are-we-ready-for-launch/
- Flush your DNS, this can be done by opening command prompt and typing "ipconfig /flushdns" Without the ""
I hope that helps with a few issues. If of course you need any further help feel free to shoot me a message and i'll be able to help out further!
Regards,
y844kst