When Does Valorant Episode 9 Act 2 Start?

Valorant Episode 9: Act 2 Release Date Confirmed

Valorant players, it’s time to gear up for some exciting new content! Even though Episode 9 Act 1 is still in full swing, Riot Games is already teasing what’s in store for Act 2. With a fresh agent on the horizon and a few other surprises, there’s plenty to look forward to. Here’s everything we know so far about Valorant Episode 9 Act 2 and how you can boost your rank to guarantee Act 1’s rewards.

When will Valorant Episode 9 Act 2 begin?

Mark your calendars! Valorant Episode 9 Act 2 is dropping on August 27 or August 28 in specific regions. As usual, Riot will be taking the servers down for maintenance to get everything ready for the new season. For players in North America, LATAM, and Brazil, expect the downtime to start at 6:00 am PT on Tuesday, August 27th, with everything back up and running by 10:00 am PT—assuming everything goes smoothly.

European players will have to wait just a bit longer, with maintenance starting at 4:00 am BST on Wednesday, August 28th, and wrapping up around 8:00 am BST. So, whether you’re planning to boost your rank or just enjoy some casual games, you’ll need to plan around these maintenance windows.

A New Agent joins the Fray Riot has been dropping hints since the start of Episode 9, and it looks like Act 2 will finally bring the mysterious character who’s been haunting Valorant’s trailers into the spotlight. The first teaser, which appeared at the end of the Abyss trailer, showed a shadowy figure with claw-like hands trapped in what seemed to be an ice prison. This cryptic image has led to widespread speculation among the gaming community.

But that’s not all—another teaser at the end of Episode 9’s launch trailer showed plant roots creeping up from the ground. This has led to a lot of theories about the new agent’s abilities, possibly hinting at some nature-themed powers. While we’re still waiting for more details, it’s clear that this new agent is going to be a game-changer who will boost Valorant’s roster with a creative set of skills.

Rumors and Hints: What Else Could Be Coming?

Beyond the new agent, there are a few other things to keep an eye on as we head into Episode 9, Act 2. Leaks indicate Riot might be releasing a collaborative new event alongside Aespa, the K-pop group. Fans have noticed that the Episode 9 Act 1 battle pass is named "Supernova," which is also the title of one of Aespa’s songs. Plus, the Dreamwings bundle seems to share some aesthetic vibes with the group. If these rumors turn out to be true, we could see some cool, K-pop-inspired skins and other content dropping in Act 2.

When does Episode 9 Act 3 start?

While we’re all hyped for Act 2, it’s worth noting that it won’t last forever. Valorant Episode 9 Act 2 is set to wrap up on October 22, 2024, making way for Act 3, which will carry us through to January 7, 2025. So, you’ve got almost three months to grind out the new content, boost your rank, and explore everything Act 2 has to offer before the next big update rolls in.

Stay Updated

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In the meantime, get ready for August 27, because Valorant Episode 9 Act 2 is about to drop, and it’s bringing plenty of action to your gameplay!

 

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