Logged in and started… Only with which weapon? Riot has finally released its tactical shooter Valorant – and here, apart from the agent skills, the weapons are crucial. In our big weapons guide, we want to take a closer look at them. Today we continue with the operator.

Currently, there are 17 weapons in Valorant, but we can expect more in the future. The variety is great: from the sniper to the shotgun, to the assault rifle… The shooter lives up to its name. But which weapon is suitable for which agent? Which strategy should be followed with which weapon? And what is the firing pattern, how high is the damage, and the rate of fire? We reveal.

The operator – an expensive pleasure

One-Shot, One Kill! The operator’s motto, of course, is only for those who know how to use it correctly. But if you practice fast aiming and shooting in the training area, you’ll soon get the hang of it and put the fear of God into your opponents. Whether at close or long-range, as an attacker or defender, this sniper is the ideal companion in Valorant. However, keep in mind that good aim is a must here, reloading takes time and the rate of fire is very low, which is why every shot should be spot on.

Damage, rate of fire, firing pattern

The abbreviation of the weapon is OP – and that says it all. There is no damage loss at all at long distances, so stay in cover, aim well and just take out your opponents with one click. A headshot does 255 damage, a hit to the torso 150, so with a steady hand the operator player is extremely deadly. However, it gets difficult when you miss. A shot to the leg does 127 damage – with shields a kill is no longer guaranteed here. If you are unlucky or miss, you put yourself in danger very quickly. The rate of fire is 0.75 bullets per second. If you miss, it takes a whole second to fire again. The magazine must be reloaded after only five shots. Run and gun? Rather not. On the other hand, the aiming accuracy with the 5x zoom is remarkable and the gun hardly warps. Wallbangs are also possible and deadly. Nevertheless, a lot of practice is required – a weapon for professionals.

Operator Strategies

Unlike the Spectre, the Operator is a good defensive weapon. Hold a point? No problem. It’s best to find a safe hiding place from which you have a good overview and can cover a site or its access points. Then it’s wait and aim. Open terrain makes you vulnerable to attack, so alleys that allow the attackers only one access are ideal. As with many snipers, it is important to have a good secondary weapon that compensates for the weaknesses of the first, i.e. a pistol with a high rate of fire.

When should you buy the Operator?

The Operator is a weapon that you can afford only after a few rounds due to its high price of 4,500 credits. Although it is useful for both defenders and attackers, we recommend it mostly to defenders. Points like A-Main on Split or B-Long on Bind can be held perfectly with the Operator. The Operator shows its potential in the late-game, where it is incredibly deadly in the right hands.

The best agents for the Operator

Actually, depending on the situation, the weapon can help any Valorant agent. However, it is especially good with those you send to hold a point or, to scout places well from a distance. Sova and Sage, who should be played more defensively, can make perfect use of the weapon to take out enemies from a distance without putting themselves in danger. Omen also gets along well with the operator, since he can teleport and reach places where you wouldn’t expect him. However, an aggressive viper that uses its venom to then snipe from a distance is also an often seen combo.

Valorant Beginner’s Guide

Overwhelmed with Valorant? No wonder… Without experience in similar games (such as CS:GO or Overwatch) the start in Valorant is difficult. But don’t worry, we are here to help you with our Valorant Beginner Guide.

Valorant is a special game. Many think that getting into the game is easy, but without shooter experience, you’ll quickly be on the ropes. Even CS:GO veterans can get into trouble… In Counter-Strike, there are no flying knife-throwing things-people. But that’s why we are here.

This beginner’s guide is meant to help you get started in Valorant and introduce you to the world of Valorant. After that, the most important features should be clear to you, so that the fun in Valorant is not lost.

Valorant Beginner Guide: Basics

Let’s start with the meaning behind the game. In other words: What is Valorant anyway? Valorant is a first-person shooter in which two teams consisting of five players face off. The first team to win 13 rounds wins. Both teams have a different roles – attacker and defender.

The goal of the attackers is to place a spike and protect it until detonation. This must happen on one of the three spots (A/B/C). In turn, the defenders must prevent the attackers from doing so.

Each match consists of two halves. After the first half (12 rounds), the two teams switch roles. The attackers become defenders, the defenders become attackers. Easy.

Agents

Before the start of a match, each player must choose an agent. Agents have unique skills, which in most cases also require a certain playstyle (offensive, defensive, support, etc.). Currently there are 16 agents in total, but new agents have already been leaked and should be added soon.

As a new player, you can initially choose between 5 free agents: Brimstone, Phoenix, Sova, Jett and Sage. To unlock more agents, you will have to sign contracts, which is mostly done via Daily Quests or earning experience points.

Valorant Beginner Guide: The best agent to start with

Phoenix is by far the easiest agent to start with in Valorant. His skills are not too complicated, can be combined well in any situation. But watch out with the flashbangs (aka your Q skill)! You’ll probably flashbang yourself and your mates quite often in the beginning, but practice makes perfect!

Valorant Beginner Guide: The best mode to start with

Stay away from Unrated mode for the beginning. This may sound strange, but especially the beginning of Valorant might be hard for you. Frustration will lead to quick quits, which in turn will get you involved in penalties and XP loss. That’s why you should start with Spike Rush first. An average game here lasts 8 minutes, while other modes can easily go over 50 minutes. In Spike Rush, you’ll be quickly released from suffering without having to take any penalties.

In addition, you don’t have to do any eco rounds in Spike Rush. This means that you’ll be able to try out your agents’ abilities, as well as the most varied weapons. Spike Rush is a great mode to learn the basics of Valorant. When you feel like you’re firmly in the saddle, you can try your luck in Unrated mode. After 20 matches in Unrated mode, you’ll gain access to Competitive mode, where you can earn ranks.

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