The VALORANT Patch Notes 11.05 are here, and Riot Games is keeping this update light as we head into Champions Paris 2025. Since this is the patch that the world’s top pros will be competing on, the developers have focused on small clarity updates, gameplay polish, and bug fixes rather than introducing massive gameplay changes.
Due to a holiday, the rollout of Patch 11.05 will be delayed by one day. If you usually see updates on Tuesdays, this patch will land on Wednesday instead. For players who typically receive patches on Wednesday, expect the update on Thursday.
TL;DR – VALORANT Patch Notes 11.05 Highlights
- Agents: Visual clarity updates for Harbor’s abilities.
- Esports: Pick’Ems return with new Factions for Champions Paris.
- Player Behavior: Stronger penalties for remake abuse and AFK players.
- Bug Fixes: Multiple fixes across agents, audio, and game systems.
Agent Updates
Harbor
Riot continues to refine Harbor’s kit for competitive clarity. While larger updates are teased for Champions Paris, Patch 11.05 brings important visual effect improvements:
- Reckoning (Ultimate):
- Reduced visual noise.
- Ground indicator updated for clearer impact range.
- Yellow wisp closer to the Agent being hit.
- Shortened water splash for better visibility.
- Cove (Ability):
- Improved shield health clarity.
- Water animation now better reflects health states.
Esports Features – Pick’Ems Are Back
It’s time to prepare for Champions Paris 2025! Pick’Ems return starting September 4th, available both in-client and on the web. Players can:
- Predict advancing teams during the Group Stage.
- Earn extra points for correct placements.
- Unlock rewards for participation.
This year, a new twist arrives: Factions. You can align with your favorite creator’s Faction, each offering unique in-game rewards. Your earned points in Groups and Playoffs will also contribute to your Faction leader’s score—so choose wisely.
Player Behavior Updates
Riot is addressing remake abuse and disruptive behavior:
- Increased penalties for repeat offenders who abuse AFK and queue dodging.
- Adjustments ensure that only consistent offenders are penalized, while genuine players remain unaffected.
Bug Fixes
General
- Improved detection reliability for abilities like Prowlers, Wingman, and Dizzy.
- Fixed lingering audio issues across round transitions.
Agent Fixes
- Astra: Bullet tracers no longer pass through Cosmic Divide.
- Chamber: Trademark icon now updates correctly when aimed at.
- Clove: Pick-Me-Up cast sound now audible to enemies.
- Deadlock: Multiple placement and spectator bugs fixed.
- Gekko: Fixed Spike VO bug with Wingman destruction.
- Jett: Tailwind audio no longer persists into the next round.
- Sova: Owl Drone “being watched” feedback restored.
- Vyse: Audio and minimap bugs with Steel Garden and Razorvine fixed.
- Waylay: Saturate no longer affects enemies outside its range.
- Yoru: Gatecrash icon fixed; invisibility bug with Yoru and Reyna resolved.
PC Only
- Fixed Premier Awards tab display issues with long names.
Console Only
- Competitive leaderboards updated for Immortal+ rating thresholds.
- Disabled New Player Tips temporarily due to display timing issues.
Final Thoughts
VALORANT Patch 11.05 is a stability-focused update designed to give pro players a smooth competitive environment ahead of Champions Paris 2025. With Harbor clarity improvements, stricter penalties for abusers, the return of Pick’Ems, and dozens of bug fixes, players can expect a cleaner gameplay experience.
Stay tuned for bigger updates and reveals during Champions Paris—especially more on Harbor’s upcoming changes.
That’s everything in the VALORANT 11.05 Patch Notes! Which change do you think will impact Champions Paris the most? Drop your thoughts in the comments, and don’t forget to bookmark GamesPatchNotes.com for the latest updates, esports news, and patch breakdowns.
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