VALORANT players have criticized Riot Games for focusing more on flashy weapon inspection animations rather than addressing the game’s core issues. The conversation started when ValorANT’s official Twitter posted a preview of a new weapon inspection animation. Some players thought the new feature was a waste of time compared to more pressing updates such as gameplay fixes, ranked system enhancements, and new maps.
VALORANT Community Upset as Riot Focuses on Weapon Animations Instead of Ranked and Gameplay Fixes
The tweet, which included a wow-factor animation not dissimilar to those in Call of Duty, was met with a largely negative response. Players expressed frustration that Riot should be focusing on fixing the broken ranked system, known for inconsistent matchmaking and widespread smurfing. As one user, @nynthics, put it: “No they need to fix the bullshit that is ranked, we don’t need more skins.” Others pointed out gameplay and esports structure concerns. @Facerek07 highlighted the need to address core mechanics, streamer relations, and overall gameplay rather than cosmetic features.
The slow release of new maps was also slammed, with @Ba_ba_Ya_g_a saying the game went stale a long time ago, and that it was slow in comparison to other general competitive first-person shooters. Some comments added humor, like @james_x_chan joking that skins might soon “cost your rent,” while @Eclipse17062 joked they’d ask for players’ lungs and hearts instead of money. Not everyone was against it, though — @xkearaaax wanted more skins, proving that there’s always a subgroup of fans that love cosmetic changes.
One such comparison was made by @caremelly25, who told Riot to “just look at the COD Mobile bro,” potentially implying that Call of Duty Mobile has surpassed VALORANT in this regard and Riot might want to reconsider its priorities here. In general, the conversation reflects community frustration by demanding relevant posts like better-ranked systems, maps, and overall better gameplay, and not just flash-in-the-pan animations. As to whether Riot will actually listen, we’ll have to wait and see, but in the growing backlash, they might be increasingly pushed to get their priorities right.
FAQs
Why are VALORANT players upset with Riot?
They want Riot to fix the ranked system and gameplay instead of adding weapon animations.
Has Riot responded to the complaints?
No official response yet, but backlash might push Riot to reconsider priorities.
