Burair Noor – LeagueFeed https://leaguefeed.net League of Legends News, PBE News, Patch Notes Fri, 01 Nov 2024 03:57:30 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://leaguefeed.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/cropped-league-of-legends-logo-png-18-32x32.png Burair Noor – LeagueFeed https://leaguefeed.net 32 32 Fortnite OG StoryLine Explained https://leaguefeed.net/fortnite-og-storyline/ https://leaguefeed.net/fortnite-og-storyline/#comments Mon, 15 Jan 2024 12:11:46 +0000 https://top-leaguefeed-wordpress.w3mqkf.easypanel.host/?p=47743 The Fortnite OG map has brought back cherished memories and a wave of nostalgia for us all. Everything is finally back – the memorable POIs, the loot pool, and everything that made Fortnite a global sensation. The game was pretty simple back then, and this simplicity was what players loved. Over these few weeks, you […]

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The Fortnite OG map has brought back cherished memories and a wave of nostalgia for us all. Everything is finally back – the memorable POIs, the loot pool, and everything that made Fortnite a global sensation. The game was pretty simple back then, and this simplicity was what players loved.

Over these few weeks, you have been enjoying Chapter 1 of Fortnite. While it seems like the perfect opportunity for Epic to regain the old player base. Fortnite OG isn’t about reliving the glory days but changing what happened after them. If you haven’t noticed the subtle changes around the map, this article will cover the OG storyline.

Fortnite OG Storyline

As much as we loved the old map coming back, the storyline didn’t quite make sense. How are we back? Wasn’t the old map destroyed by the Zero Point? Why is the map altered? All confusing and fair questions. To answer this, let’s take a deep dive on what the actual Fortnite OG Storyline is.

A bit of backstory

When we dropped into the OG map, everything seemed fine, except for some futuristic machines in Pleasant Park. If you played Chapter 4 you know it’s the time machine.

After playing around you might have noticed that this map isn’t the replica of the actual OG map. Some things changed, this is because it is being used for an extraction mission by none other than Agent Jones.

There are voice logs left by Sloan from the future aka Chapter 4 Season 4. Let’s travel to the future a bit.

On June 9th, 2023, the Island collapsed on itself leaving a giant crater. Inside was an entirely new biome, featuring ancient temples and artifacts.

 In the same biome, there was a roughed-down tank. Upon further inspection, it was found that Sloan who was once presumed dead had survived inside it.

Being the curious agent, she started looking for answers and It didn’t take her long to find something that predicted the end of the Fortnite World as we know it.

She found an ancient apparatus that projected to the sky. Long story short, this apparatus predicted an incoming eclipse that would end the world. Confused, she tried to make sense of this and called up an old friend – Agent Jones.

This call resulted in a master plan that could change the entire Fortnite Storyline. This was all possible because of the Chapter 4 villain Kado Thorne.

The Time Machine Heist

The Time Machine HeistTo give a bit of context, Kado is an evil vampire who is infamous for collecting artifacts across different realities. However, Kado also introduced something that wasn’t thought possible before – Time Travel. That is how he can collect artifacts like Midas’s Hand and Oro’s Skull. This time he is on the Island to steal some more. But this time, Sloan and her band group together to steal the Time Machine.

The heist was almost successful until the alarm rang causing Kado to show up. However, Kado had made a lot of enemies during his life, one of them was Shimmerdusk – a huntress that had been chasing him for years. The team then allies with Shimmerdusk and takes down Kado, taking control of the time machine.

The Extraction Mission

The Extraction MissionAfter experimenting and testing it, Sloan sends Agent Jones back to July 2018. She has also left audio logs to guide him. This is where we found the actual reason why the old map is back. Sloan doesn’t want to change the future but to perform an extraction.

Who and what it is we don’t yet know. For this we need help from a genius mind, someone who has helped us throughout the entire storyline for years – The Scientist. Throughout the week, Jones took us further into the future, we started at S5. Soon we will reach Season X, this is where the meteor came, and in the meteor was The Scientist.

Jones’s goal is to work with the Scientist towards his goal. We don’t yet know what this goal is. The Scientist is still building a rocket, you can see that at Dusty Divot right now. This time Jones has attached a time machine to it.

The Future aka Chapter 5

The Future aka Chapter 5Knowing Jones he will mess this up somehow. Altering the End Event, and thrusting us right into Chapter 5. This will be an alternate version of The End event, changing Fortnite as we know it. This will be exciting as we could be reliving the entire Fornite storyline. Killed off characters coming back, and possibly some of the members of the Seven come back as well. It’s all speculation right now, and we will have to wait till December 2 to find out.

FAQs

Why is the Fortnite OG Map slightly different from the Chapter 1 Map?

Agent Jones has gone back in time to fix the mistakes made. This is why we are seeing the map a bit changed.

Did Sloan survive?

After unearthing the mysterious new biome. We found out Sloan emerged from a damaged tank alive.

Who is the Fortnite OG Villain?

There is no villain in the Fortnite OG Storyline. We are facing an eclipse that could end the world, to stop this Agent Jones travels back to the OG map for an extraction mission.

Conclusion – Fortnite OG Storyline

That pretty much explains the Fortnite OG Season Storyline. Every Fortnite player loved the Chapter 1 map. Its revival sent us back to nostalgic and undoubtedly peaceful times. The storyline for the redone season was written exceptionally well. It fitted the entire Fortnite Storyline nicely. Moreover, the devs loved the response to Fortnite OG Season so much that they confirmed it will be coming back in 2024.

Chapter 5 has also been quite promising with the introduction of three new exciting modes – Rocket Racing, Fortnite Festival, and Lego x Fortnite.

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What Fortnite Seasons are Considered OG? https://leaguefeed.net/what-fortnite-seasons-are-considered-og/ https://leaguefeed.net/what-fortnite-seasons-are-considered-og/#comments Mon, 15 Jan 2024 11:51:46 +0000 https://top-leaguefeed-wordpress.w3mqkf.easypanel.host/?p=47731 The return of the Fortnite OG season brought back the iconic map, flooding players with nostalgia and cherished memories—truly a blast from the past. It has also introduced an exciting storyline involving time travel. Since it is back have you ever wondered which seasons were the original gangster seasons that made the game what it […]

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The return of the Fortnite OG season brought back the iconic map, flooding players with nostalgia and cherished memories—truly a blast from the past. It has also introduced an exciting storyline involving time travel.

Since it is back have you ever wondered which seasons were the original gangster seasons that made the game what it is today?

It was all before the Marvel superheroes took over, and new maps were released, not that they were bad but the old map had its charm. It was the time when Fortnite was still finding its ground and establishing a gaming formula that would make it a global sensation

Defining OG seasons

Typically the whole of Chapter 1 is considered OG as it was the first map with the most memorable POIs and with every season it moved towards greatness. Of course with the release of new Chapters, the mechanics, weapons, mobility, and new locations just kept getting better and better.

Also read: All about Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 4

However, the Chapter 1 seasons were basic, that simplicity is what many players adored. The map and gameplay have evolved so much over the years but OG seasons truly encapsulated the true essence of Fortnite.

The OG season we had in November 2023 brings back the Chapter 1 map. The OG seasons we are talking about are from the original Fortnite Chapter 1.          

The Early Fortnite Seasons (Seasons 1-4)

The Early Fortnite Seasons (Seasons 1-4)The word OG was even used in chapter 1. It was specifically meant for the players who used to drop into the island during the first four seasons, while the game was still being refined and polished.

Season 1: The Beginning

Way back in September 2017, Fortnite Battle Royale was made public. Youtubers and streamers were playing, and the game had a certain attractiveness to it.

The game was still in the development process, there were only a few POIs, and the loot pool was very limited. Even finding a Gold Scar back then was so rare.

The game was new and the players were still learning the basic mechanics. You didn’t have as many intense build fights as you do now. Most building you would see back then were just simple walls and boxes. This was the beginning of a truly thrilling journey.

Season 2: Birth of the Double Pump

The release of Season 2 brought new additions to the game. New POIs like Risky Reels, and a battle pass featuring iconic skins like Red Knight and Sparkle Specialist.

Season 2 also introduced some new weapons namely the Zapatron sniper and Guided Missile but they were pretty overpowered so Epic vaulted them. This season also featured the introduction of progressive challenges, which dedicated players to keep the grind on.

This was also the season where players started to use the double pump meta. It was popularized by Daequan, in which you would carry two pump shotguns and shoot and swap them quickly. This allowed you to kill the enemy in two or three shots.

Season 3: Comet Craze

At the release of Season 3, a mysterious comet appeared in the sky, getting bigger and bigger. It eventually crashed into Dusty Depot leaving a giant crater and introducing a new POI – Dusty Divot. This continued the storyline of Fortnite

This season also featured the first-ever collaboration between Marvel and Fortnite and opened the doors for what we have seen up till now. It also introduced classic weapons like the Hunting Rifle, the Heavy Shotgun, the LMG, and much more.

Season 4 – The Rocket Launch

Epic was keen to keep the balance in the game. For this reason, the double pump mechanic was removed at the start of this season as it was too overpowered. Season 4 also featured an epic battle between superheroes and villains.

The best thing about this season was the launching of the rocket, the first live in-game event introduced in Fortnite. A rocket launched from the villain’s lair (located in the mountain northwest of Snobby Shores) and soared across the sky causing a massive shockwave that altered the game environment.

 If you played this season you must know the joy and excitement it brought for us.

The Peak Era (Seasons 5-7)

The Peak Era (Seasons 5-7)This middle era of Fortnite was the peak. By this point, Epic had smoothed out a lot of the gameplay and added a lot of things that were wanted by the players.

Season 5: Worlds Collide

After the crack in the sky, this season started with new locations on the map, a giant Viking ship landed near Viking Village, the new desert area arrived with Paradise Palms, and an unnamed location which was later called the West World.

Many new weapons were also introduced like submachine gun, double-barrel shotgun, heavy sniper rifle, and many more. After two to three weeks of the season, a mysterious Cube appeared. Starting from Paradise Palms It rotated around the whole map finding its way to Loot Lake in the end.  It then merged into the lake and shot the tiny island up into the sky, taking us into Season 6.

Season 6: Trick or Treat

Loot Lake was transformed into a bouncy purple jelly making it the new POI. This season took place during Halloween, and Epic just gave the island a spooky makeover. New shadow stones were introduced, which turned players into ghosts and zombies that spawned around the whole map. With this season new weapons came in like Six Shooter, Quad launcher, and Hunter Crossbow. This season was filled with new exciting things.

Season 7 – Planes

Christmas was here and the snow was too. A frosty iceberg collided with the island, bringing snow and ice parts to the map. If you waited for this at that time you know how much we were hyped for it. New locations like Polar Peak and Frosty Fights were introduced. Creative mode came into existence, allowing the players to master their skills in every possible way. The best part was the ice storm event which turned the whole map snowy. A special weapon named the Infinity Blade sword spawned in the middle of the polar peak which intrigued the players to have a taste of it. This season was a roller coaster of joy, the planes, the snow, and new weapons even though it was overpowered – it had its fun.

THE END SEASONS (8-10)

THE END SEASONS (8-10)These seasons are typically called The new school era. At this time Epic Games just kept introducing new things and it was the time when Fortnite started to lose its touch.

Season 8: Volcanic Villainy

In Season 8, a massive volcano formed in the jungle biome, and the map became too crowded. New locations like Lazy Lagoon and Sunny Steps were added in place of Risky Reels and our favorite locations. Mobility was also increased, and a hamster ball was introduced.

Season 9: The Future is Yours.

Season 9 was set to have a futuristic theme. Many OG Fortnite locations had been swapped like tilted towers with neo-tilted and Mega Mall with Retail Row. Many weapons were vaulted leaving the fans aggrieved. Combat shotgun and tactical assault rifle were added. For mobility wind tunnels provided a quick way to travel around the map. It was a very controversial season, many of us liked it and many did not. 

Season X: THE END

Season X had a very different touch. It explored different dimensions of Fortnite. Locations and items kept changing, returning from the past. Everything was chaotic and kept changing. It had us hooked on what was about to happen, until the End event game and sucked us into the black hole leaving us clueless on what was going to happen next. If you watched the event and waited for 2 days then you surely know the frustration and the excitement for Chapter 2.

What is OG Fortnite? The FAQs…

What season do you have to start to be considered an OG?

If you started playing from between Chapter 1 S1-S5, you are considered an OG player. Fortnite was still improving and changing back then. However, the whole of Chapter 1 was considered OG because it was the first map ever released.

What’s the difference between OG Season and Fortnite Chapter 1?

The OG season was a smaller and condensed version of the original Chapter 1. It took us through the same journey except for some minor changes. The OG season lasted for a month while Chapter 1 lasted for approximately a year.

Will the Fortnite Chapter 1 map come back?

The Fortnite team has teased on Twitter that the Fortnite OG Season will come back in 2024. They said, “OG season far exceeded our expectations. So much so that we’d like to bring it back… ”.

When was Fortnite released?

Fortnite: Battle Royale launched on July 21 2017 and has been growing massively since.

Why did the Fortnite OG season come back?

Players had been asking to bring the old map back for a while now and Epic Games finally decided to listen. In terms of storyline, we are traveling back in time to the OG map for an extraction mission.

Conclusion

The game has come a long way since the early days, nothing quite compares to the excitement around a new season launch and exploring all the changes for the first time. The OG seasons will always hold a special place for the players. Thanks to Epic for letting us live it all over again and bringing back Fortnite Season OG.

Even though the Fortnite OG season has ended, for now, the devs confirmed its return. For now, we can sit back and enjoy Fortnite Chapter 5.

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How To Equip Skins in Legends of Runeterra? https://leaguefeed.net/how-equip-skins-in-lor/ https://leaguefeed.net/how-equip-skins-in-lor/#comments Thu, 02 Nov 2023 17:25:33 +0000 https://top-leaguefeed-wordpress.w3mqkf.easypanel.host/?p=45850 You’ve been playing Legends of Runeterra for a while now and have amassed quite a collection of skins. Those sweet cosmetic upgrades make your favorite champions and followers look even more epic. But you’ve been so focused on building your deck and climbing the ladder that you haven’t figured out how to actually equip any […]

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You’ve been playing Legends of Runeterra for a while now and have amassed quite a collection of skins. Those sweet cosmetic upgrades make your favorite champions and followers look even more epic. But you’ve been so focused on building your deck and climbing the ladder that you haven’t figured out how to actually equip any of those skins. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

 Equipping skins in Runeterra is actually really simple once you know what to do. In just a few quick steps, you’ll have your favorite champs sporting some slick new looks.

Equipping Skins to Your Cards and Guardians

To equip skins to your cards and guardians in Legends of Runeterra, follow these simple steps:

Find the Skins TabFind the Skins Tab

First, go to your Collection and look for the Skins tab. This is where you can see all the skins you’ve unlocked for your cards and guardians.

Select a Card or Guardian

Browse through your collection and pick a card or guardian you want to equip a skin to. When you select a card, you’ll see a menu pop up with the option to equip a skin. Select that option.

Choose and Equip a Skin

You’ll now see all the skins you’ve unlocked for that card. Pick the one you want to use and hit Equip. The skin will now appear on that card whenever you draw or play it in a match. To remove a skin from a card, just go to the card in your Collection, select Equip Skin, and choose the Default option.

You now know how to equip skins on LoR. Pretty up your deck and destroy enemies in style. Plus, you can finally make your deck look like your favorite LoR Youtubers.

How to Unlock Skins in Legends of Runeterra

To sport some stylish skins in Legends of Runeterra, you’ve got a couple of options.

First, check out the in-game store. The store regularly refreshes with new skins, which you can purchase directly with coins or shards. Epic skins will cost you around 1,500 shards, while rare skins are usually around 900. If you’ve been playing awhile, chances are you’ve racked up plenty of resources to grab a skin or two.

Your other option is to unlock skins through event passes. Several times a year, Riot releases multi-week events with reward tracks you can progress through. By completing daily quests and missions, you’ll earn points to unlock skins, emotes, card backs, and more. The event passes are available for purchase with coins, but you can often earn enough for free just by playing regularly during the event window. There are also legacy skins if you want to try something else.

Once you’ve obtained a skin, equipping it is simple. Just go to your Collection, select the card you want to skin, and click the skin icon in the bottom left. Voila, your card will now sport its flashy new look both in your deck and in games. If you ever want to switch back to the default, just unequip the skin the same way.

Conclusion

Now you’ve unlocked your favorite skins and are ready to showcase them on the battlefield. Equipping skins in Legends of Runeterra is quick and easy once you know how the system works. While skins don’t provide any gameplay advantages, they allow you to customize your favorite champions and express yourself. Whether you want to use a rare skin to flex on your opponents or just find a skin that fits your personal style, you’ll now be turning heads and catching eyes with your decked-out champions.

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How to Surrender in Legends of Runeterra https://leaguefeed.net/how-surrender-in-lor/ https://leaguefeed.net/how-surrender-in-lor/#comments Thu, 02 Nov 2023 17:11:21 +0000 https://top-leaguefeed-wordpress.w3mqkf.easypanel.host/?p=45841 So you’re getting stomped in your Legends of Runeterra match and just want out. We’ve all been there. Don’t worry, surrendering in LoR and conceding defeat is quick and painless. You’ll be out of your miserable match and queuing for a fresh one in no time. Give up the ghost, throw in the towel, concede […]

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So you’re getting stomped in your Legends of Runeterra match and just want out. We’ve all been there. Don’t worry, surrendering in LoR and conceding defeat is quick and painless. You’ll be out of your miserable match and queuing for a fresh one in no time. Give up the ghost, throw in the towel, concede -whatever you want to call it, here is how to surrender in Legends of Runeterra. Take a deep breath and follow these steps.  We will guide you through each step and tell you how to surrender a match in Legends of Runeterra.

When to Consider Surrendering in Legends of Runeterra

Similar to its Moba counter part League of Legends, sometimes matches in Legends of Runeterra just aren’t going your way. Whether you have a bad matchup, drew poorly, or are facing an opponent with a much higher skill level, surrendering can save you time and frustration. Especially if you are new and learning the basics, like how to use essences.

If your opponent has gained an insurmountable advantage by turn 3 or 4, it may be best to surrender. There’s no coming back from a poor early game against an aggro deck that has already depleted your Nexus health.

Similarly, if you’re facing a control deck and haven’t developed a win condition by turn 6 or 7, your chances of victory are slim. Another sign it’s time to surrender is if you’re facing champions or synergies you have no answer for.

For example, if a Fiora deck has already completed half her win condition and you have no way to remove her, you’re likely only delaying the inevitable. Or if a Teemo deck has filled your deck with Puffcaps and you have limited draw or healing, you’ll struggle to win before taking lethal damage.

While losing is no fun, knowing when to surrender can save time and prevent frustration. Don’t be afraid to admit defeat in unwinnable matches. Conserve your mental energy for the close games that really matter.

Steps to Surrender in Legends of Runeterra

It’s time to end your misery and queue for a new match. To do that, follow these steps to surrender in Legends of Runeterra.

1. Tap the Menu button.1. Tap the Menu button.

This is located in the top right corner of the screen. Tapping it will bring up a menu with several options.

2. Select “Surrender”2. Select "Surrender"

This option will be near the bottom of the menu. Tap “Surrender” to bring up a confirmation message.

3. Confirm to end the match.3. Confirm to end the match.

The message will say, “Surrender?” Tap “Yes” to confirm. Your nexus will explode, signaling the end of the match.

Surrendering can be a strategic move to save time, especially if you find yourself in an unwinnable position early on. Don’t feel bad about giving up when the odds are stacked against you. The sooner you surrender, the sooner you can start a new match, hopefully with better luck.

You can always watch YouTubers to learn more about the game and improve.

Rather than dragging out a losing game, it’s best to accept defeat graciously and try your hand again. A single loss won’t hurt your ranking too badly, so don’t be afraid to surrender if needed. The most important thing is enjoying the game, win or lose!

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Best IEMs for Gaming https://leaguefeed.net/best-iems-gaming/ https://leaguefeed.net/best-iems-gaming/#comments Thu, 02 Nov 2023 16:54:26 +0000 https://top-leaguefeed-wordpress.w3mqkf.easypanel.host/?p=45793 While headphones provide an immersive audio experience, they are not practical for those long gaming sessions for some people. They are bulky, and heavy and can feel uncomfortable if you work or game for long sessions. Even the best headsets can feel tiring to wear for long hours. Plus, you cannot avoid that head dent […]

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While headphones provide an immersive audio experience, they are not practical for those long gaming sessions for some people. They are bulky, and heavy and can feel uncomfortable if you work or game for long sessions.

Even the best headsets can feel tiring to wear for long hours. Plus, you cannot avoid that head dent you get after. Fortunately, there is a great alternative to traditional gaming headsets

In-ear monitors or IEMs. The term might sound technical but they look similar to your everyday earbuds. However, most IEMs are targeted toward music listeners and audiophiles. There are great options for gamers who want the comfort of IEMs but the spatial audio for gaming.

In this article, we’ve curated a list of these IEMs for gamers. Some of these outperform your high-end headphones at a fraction of the cost. So, let’s dive right in.

Why You Should Trust Us

At League Feed, we take pride in reviewing all sorts of peripherals, including IEMs. Audio amounts to a great share of your gaming experience. That’s why we have poured hours into researching the best IEMs for gaming

Here, we’ve removed the marketing gimmicks and are focused on the core performance of the product. We researched everything from the clarity of sound, durability of material, comfort, and whatnot. All of these IEMs are audiophile-approved.

What Are IEMs

IEMs are audio devices that share their appearance with traditional earbuds. But, they’re slightly different and better.

They’re made out of materials like metal, resin, acrylic, and plastic, making them durable. Unlike your earbuds, they’re tucked inside the ear canal offering better sound and fit. This also results in better passive noise cancellation.

Due to their features, the main market of IEMs used to be the music industry. But, some IEMs are catered for gaming. Now, gamers like us can enjoy these immersive audio experiences.

IEMs use special drivers to deliver different sounds, making the mids and trebles more consistent and better. They’re also super comfortable and lightweight, making great partners for long gaming sessions and travel. Since they’re tucked inside your ear canal, they offer better stability than traditional headphones. Plus, you can say bye to the head dent you get while using headphones.

6 Best IEMs for Gaming

These are the best IEMs for gaming, built to provide you the comfort and performance, all while keeping your pocket in check.

Moondrop Aria (Editor’s pick)

Moondrop Aria (Editor’s pick)

Built from a sleek metal chassis and a nylon braided wire, the Moondrop Arias are our pick for the best IEM for gaming.  

The Moondrop Arias are quite popular in the industry due to their audio consistency and great customer reviews. They provide a smooth consistent bass with great mids.

They don’t have ANC (active noise cancellation), but with the crisp audio, that’s hardly an issue. The Aria tucks inside your ear canal offering passive noise cancellation making them sound even better.

Comfort is a deal-breaking factor when buying an audio device, and the Aria doesn’t lack here either. They offer a great fit with their 6x set of silicone tips and are almost weightless. So, even in those long sessions, you won’t even feel them.

Offering great stability, they’ll never fall out of your ear. But, if you drop them somehow, don’t worry because they’re quite durable too. The metal chassis ensures that they can handle drops and your device will be fine even after multiple drops.

The nylon braided wire adds to the durability, and it’s detachable too. So, even if the wire breaks, your Arias won’t become obsolete as you can buy a replacement cable and attach it.

These IEMs are considered one of the best ones out there by a whole community, and we think so as well. The Arias provide a lot of features at a very small price tag, making them the ideal package.

ProsCons
✅ Great comfort and stability
✅Durable chassis and detachable wire
✅Clear and consistent sound
✅Budget-friendly
❌No Built-In Microphone

What’s in the box?

  • MOONDROP Aria headphones
  • Detachable cable
  • 6x sets of silicone tips
  • 3x sets of filters
  • Tweezers
  • Hard carrying case
  • Manuals

SteelSeries Tusq (Best Mobile Gaming)

SteelSeries Tusq (Best Mobile Gaming)

The SteelSeries Tusq made our list because of its one key feature: a detachable boom microphone.

Communication is an important factor in competitive gaming, you need to deliver comms to your team and you can’t do that without a mic. This is where the Tusq comes in.

While most IEMs in this budget don’t offer a microphone, the Tusq not only offers it but excels at it. The recording quality of their mic is excellent, making sure your voice isn’t muffled or lost in the comms

The SteelSeries Tusq made our list because of its one key feature: a detachable boom microphone.

Communication is an important factor in competitive gaming, you need to deliver comms to your team and you can’t do that without a mic. This is where the Tusq comes in. While most IEMs in this budget don’t offer a microphone, the Tusq not only offers it but excels at it. The recording quality of their mic is excellent, making sure your voice isn’t muffled or lost in the comms

The sound is good enough for your gaming needs. But, if you go into the technicalities, the Tusq can be a little bass-heavy. It isn’t a deal breaker though, because the mids and treble are decent.

For an IEM in this price range, the comfort is good. They provide 3x ear tips for you to find the size that fits perfectly for you. Once you do, the Tusq provides good stability and stays in your ear.

While the outer shell of the Tusq is quite durable, surviving multiple drops. The wire is non-detachable. So, if it breaks, you’ll need to get a new pair of the Tusq. In our opinion, this costs them their durability making it a significant drawback.

All things considered, they’re still a great option if you’re looking for a pair of IEMs with a mic. They’re economical and get the job done well. So, if a microphone is a necessity for you, give these a try.

ProsCons
✅Detachable boom microphone
✅Excellent recording quality
✅Decent comfort
✅Cheap and economical
❌Non-detachable wire
❌Sub-par passive noise isolation

What’s in the box?

  • SteelSeries TUSQ In-Ear headphones
  • Carrying case
  • 3x ear tips
  • Detachable boom mic

KZ ZS10 (Economic Option)

 KZ ZS10 (Economic Option)

If you’re looking for an option that’s light on your wallet, go for the KZ ZS10.

These are a steal at their price, having a sleek transparent design, the build quality doesn’t feel cheap at all.

In fact, they’re better looking than some of their higher-priced competitors.

When talking about their sound, they prove to be a great value for money. Having good mids, decent treble, and clarity, they make sure that you won’t be disappointed. Compared to the Tusq, they provide a more balanced sound at a lower price.

But, they don’t include a mic. However, considering their low price, you can get yourself a secondary mic without costing much.

The ZS10 is a little bulky, but once you find the right ear-tip size for you, they’re quite comfortable. Stability isn’t neglected here either as they provide decent stability and won’t fall off even during exercise. You won’t feel tired after long use since they’re lightweight and can handle those long sessions.

You probably don’t want to hear outside noise while in a ranked match, and the ZS10 has you covered. If you don’t live right beside an airport, these will kill all the normal ambient noise through their passive noise cancellation.

While these are cheap IEMs, they prove to be decently durable. The ZS10 has a detachable cable which is pretty surprising to see at this price point. The earbuds themselves are built out of dense plastic and don’t crack easily, passing our durability test.

The ZS10 is a great pair of budget-friendly IEMs, they pack a punch for their price and will probably outlast your pair of AirPods. The sound itself proves to be better than the Tusq but not better than the Moondrop Aria.

While both the Tusq and the Aria have a higher price than the ZS10, they have their specific features too. The Tusq provides a detachable boom mic and the Aria has a better sound. So, at the end of the day, it’s all about what features you prefer.

If what you prefer is an economical and convenient option, buy the KZ SZ10.

ProsCons
✅Sleek and beautiful design
✅Economical option
✅Detachable Cable
✅Decent Sound
❌No microphone

What’s in the box?

  • KZ ZS-10 Headphones
  • Earbud tips (x3)
  • Manuals

Razer Moray (Most Comfortable)

Razer Moray (Most Comfortable)

The Moray is Razer’s first installment into the IEM world. And, since Razer is renowned for its gaming peripherals. Even for Valorant, Razer has produced one of the best keyboards and mice.

Similar to the Aria, these have a great balanced sound that serves well in all aspects. Whether you use them for gaming or listening to music, these will provide an immaculate experience. But, compared to the Aria’s, these work even better on the gaming side of things.

The Moray earbuds have better clarity compared to the Aria, with better treble and highs. The mids are great too alongside excellent bass accuracy. Due to all of this, you’ll hear the dialogues crystal clear in a game, and those heavy shooting sounds won’t feel underwhelming either.

These prove to be extremely comfortable as well and have a vast variety of silicon and memory foam tips included, for you to find your preferred fit and comfort. The foam tips adapt according to your ear canal, ensuring a tight and secure fit.

If this was not enough, the Moray wraps around your ear providing added stability. The tight fit ensures decent passive noise isolation and adds to the sound.

They’re made out of extremely durable plastic and have a braided detachable cable. This passes our durability test with ease since they’re hesitant to crack and the cable is easily replaceable. That is, if the cable breaks, which seems unlikely since it’s protected by a rubber-like material.

One potential downside to these alongside other IEMs is that they don’t include a mic and you’ll have to use a separate one.

But, if you can look past that, these are a great purchase. Your gaming needs will be completely fulfilled and once you give these a try, you’ll probably won’t be able to return to your $10 wired earphones.

ProsCons
✅Extremely comfortable
✅Vast variety of ear tips
✅Lightweight and stable
✅Balanced sound
❌No microphone
❌A bit pricey

What’s in the box?

  • Detachable cable
  • 3x sets of foam tips
  • 3x sets of silicone tips
  • Carrying case
  • Manuals
  • Carabiner

Shure SE215 (Best Passive Noise Cancellation)

Shure SE215 (Best Passive Noise Cancellation)

Entering the premium category of our list, the Shure SE215 is the epitome of passive noise cancellation.

With 9x Eartips provided alongside the earbuds, they make sure that you find the right fit for you.

And, once you do, say goodbye to the outside world.

Their passive noise cancellation provides such an experience that it outperforms some of its peers Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). Ambient noise can’t penetrate through these making them the best choice for gaming without interruptions.

The sound is extremely balanced as well. Lows, mids, and highs are all consistent providing an immersive experience. Bass doesn’t lack either and packs a punch. The Shure SE215 will make you hear instruments in songs that you never noticed before. That’s how good these sound.

Shure definitely kept comfort in mind while designing these because the SE215 earphones are extremely comfortable. Being lightweight and stable, they stay in your ear but feel like they are not even there. The Shure team did a great job in this regard because you can wear these for countless hours and not get tired.

The cable is also detachable and made out of Para-aramid Fiber (Kevlar). This is a direct emphasis on their durability because a Kevlar cable won’t break easily in the first place, and if it does, it’s replaceable.

Our team was really satisfied with the use of the SE215. They sound great, are comfortable, and most importantly durable. Even though they sit at a premium price point, it’s justified if you’re looking for a pair of IEMs that’ll last you a couple of years without deteriorating and becoming obsolete.

ProsCons
✅Excellent passive noise cancellation
✅Extremely comfortable
✅Balanced and clear sound
✅Kevlar braided cable
❌Premium price range
❌No microphone

What’s in the box?

  • Audio cable
  • Earbud tips (x9)
  • Wax removal tool
  • Carrying case
  • Manuals

Sennheiser IE 300 (Premium option)

Sennheiser IE 300 (Premium option)

Here is the most premium option on our list, we could’ve included a couple of products at this price point, but we feel like the Sennheiser IE 300 really justifies its premium price tag.

Providing a premium glittery finish on the outside of the earbuds, these feel expensive from the get-go. Pair that up with an included detachable Kevlar cable because you’re on the higher end now. This already makes you feel special even before you put them on and hear what they sound like.

Once you put them on, the luxurious feeling doesn’t stop. They sound phenomenal with spot-on bass and clear mids. The stereo sound is particularly good and will immerse you fully when playing a game. The IE 300 earbuds are powerful IEMs and will hold up against any kind of use.

Given its premium price point, the IE 300 provides a premium comfortability level as well. Silicon and memory foam tips are included for your preference, in our experience, the foam tips add to the comfort even more.

The earphones are stable and ergonomic with an around-the-ear fit and can handle intense use. They’re lightweight so you’re not burdened by them either.

The build quality of both the earbuds and the wire is excellent. The dense plastic makes sure they don’t crack, while still pleasing the premium aesthetics. The cable is of course Kevlar and it’s replaceable too.

Compared to the Shure SE215, these have a more premium feel. But, both of them are quite similar in their functionality. The SE215 is a great alternative if you want to spend less without compromising on quality.

But, if you’re looking for a premium and more exclusive option and don’t mind paying a couple of bucks more, The Sennheiser IE 300 is the way to go!

ProsCons
✅Ergonomic and comfortable
✅Luxurious feel
✅Premium build quality
✅Excellent sound
❌Premium price tag
❌No microphone
❌Lacks controls

What’s in the box?

  • IE 300 earphones
  • Detachable cable
  • Carrying case
  • silicon tips/foam tips
  • Cleaning tool
  • Manuals

Buyer’s Guide – How to Pick the Best IEMS for Gaming

When looking to find the best possible IEM for you, there are a couple of things to consider. Here, we’ll guide you through what you need to look for to make the perfect choice.

Basically, it comes down to your preference and usage. You won’t need a premium product like the Sennheiser IE 300 if all you need to use it for is regular everyday use. On the other hand, you won’t be satisfied with the Tusq if you want luxury and a powerful sound.

So, before making a decision, take a moment to consider your needs and choose any from this list that fits your description perfectly.

Another big aspect in this regard is comfort. Any audio peripheral you buy needs to be comfortable otherwise you’ll regret buying it. So, if it comes down to a couple of bucks, spend a little more and choose something like the Moray.

Durability is also a huge concern in the audio peripherals department. Wireless products can be a liability because if anything goes wrong, the whole product becomes obsolete. We recommend going for a durable wired IEM with a detachable cable. So, even if the cable wears out, you can buy a new one and keep enjoying your IEMs.

Whenever we review these devices, we keep four things in mind.

  • Sound
  • Comfort
  • Stability
  • Durability

All these factors are professionally dissected in our reviews. So, highlight the factors that resonate with you the most within your budget, and then make an informed decision.

Is It Worth Switching to IEMs?

For focused gaming, Headsets are a better pick. They are designed and catered for gaming needs. But, when it comes to comfort, IEMs are the better option. Secondly, the audio difference between the two is not that big. There is also the aspect of price. Good IEMs cost way less than good headphones. You can get a great pair of durable and great-sounding earphones for under $50-60. At the same price, you won’t get that same quality in headphones.

The time is nigh for you to make the switch from these bulky headphones to a comfortable pair of IEMs. The benefits are higher, plus they’re cheaper.

Even if you spend a good amount on headphones, you’re still bound to experience ear fatigue and pain because of their bulkiness and weight. And quite frankly, no one wants that.

So, rather than hurting your ears and your wallet, switch to a pair of IEMs that provide the same quality of sound while adding to your comfort. Your ears will thank you!

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The Best Aim Lab Valorant Routines to Get God-Like Aim https://leaguefeed.net/best-aim-lab-valorant-routines/ https://leaguefeed.net/best-aim-lab-valorant-routines/#comments Tue, 03 Oct 2023 14:28:51 +0000 https://top-leaguefeed-wordpress.w3mqkf.easypanel.host/?p=44997 Have you been constantly losing duels in Valorant due to bad aim? Good aim is one of the main aspects of any competitive FPS game. Once you master those aiming techniques, they are easily transferable to any other franchise. This is why you see streamers and pro players switching games so effortlessly. Streamers like Tarik […]

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Have you been constantly losing duels in Valorant due to bad aim?

Good aim is one of the main aspects of any competitive FPS game. Once you master those aiming techniques, they are easily transferable to any other franchise. This is why you see streamers and pro players switching games so effortlessly.

Streamers like Tarik and Shroud switched seamlessly from CS: GO to dominating Valorant. How? Simply because of good aim.

So, how do you get this pro-level aim?

Just like any skill, aiming can be improved by practicing consistently, You can master it easily through pure hard work and dedication. When it comes to practicing aim, there is no better option than Aimlabs. With countless exercises, in-game scenarios, and routines, Aimlab has the tools needed to help you improve your aiming potential.

In this article, we’ve curated a list of Aim-lab routines that you can use to practice your aim and make it better. Let’s dive right in.

Headshot PrecisionHeadshot Precision

Headshots do look pretty simple at first glance, all you have to do is just tap an enemy’s head. Sounds simple? But not really. They are the most overpowered mechanic in Valorant. Mastering headshots takes extreme precision and trigger control.

While their simplicity can be quite deceiving, if you’re good at headshots, you’re good at Valorant. To master headshots, you need to practice them. That’s where Aimlab’s Headshot precision comes in.

When you launch this exercise, the Aim-labs orb appears at head level and closer to you. Once you start shooting it with precision, it gets smaller and moves further away, improving your range and shooting accuracy.

If you’re just starting, we recommend you go slow. Try to work on precision and landing those headshots rather than being quick and off-target.

Some repetitions of this exercise should build your muscle memory and improve your accuracy.

Once you get the hang of it and can land several shots with precision, try it in a deathmatch and see how you perform under pressure.

SixShot UltimateSixShot Ultimate

SixShot is an Aim-Labs task that takes you one step further. In the headshots exercise, we focused on hitting one target at different levels. Here, as the name mentions, we have six targets on the screen at all times.

All targets are quite small and scattered across your screen. The targets are very small in size forcing you to be precise rather than swift. It’s a great tool used in combination with Headshots to improve your overall accuracy in the game.

To get the most out of this exercise, try to read your pattern and identify your shortcomings. When moving from one shot to another, do you keep a straight line or stray? Are you choosing the best possible target? Are you prioritizing speed over accuracy? These are all valid questions you should be asking yourself to improve.

When you find the answer, give it time and work on it. Fix your adjustments and aiming patterns to get easy one-taps and win those long-ranged duels.

Remember, practice makes perfect.

SpiderShot UltimateSpiderShot Ultimate

Now, that we have talked about precision and click timing. There is another important mechanic when it comes to aiming. That’s flicks, the ability to swiftly shoot an enemy regardless of where your crosshair is.

Flicking is what sets normal and pro players apart; you have seen players like Tenz perform insane flick head-and-operator shots. They weren’t born with this but practiced and perfected it, and you can too.

Spidershot focuses on building and improving your flicking skills. It’s the ultimate mode which combines both speed and accuracy.

In SpiderShot, you have a target that spawns at the center. Once you shoot it, you have another one that spawns at some distance from the first.  Unlike Headshot or SixShot, the orb isn’t fixed to just move away from you. It’ll do other random things as well. It can move closer, get smaller or larger, and move away.

The goal is to shoot the center orb and flick to the next one as fast as you can, then flick back to the center. Spidershot helps in improving your overall reflexes and flicks. Moreover, it’s a great exercise to polish up your  Operator skills.

The target in this exercise adapts to how well the player performs. So, irrespective of your rank, this exercise will adapt itself to help you improve your aim.

A healthy repetition of this exercise will prove valuable when you’re in clutch moments with your team relying on you.

StrafeTrack/StrafeShotStrafeTrack/StrafeShot

All the tasks we’ve done till now rely more on the enemy being stationary, but, that’s not how it works in an actual game. Along with precision and flicks, tracking is also an integral part of aiming,

You’ll definitely get a kill if you land that Headshot perfectly, but what will you do if you miss? Or what if the player starts strafing?

This is where StrafeTrack and StrafeShot come in. Both these exercises emphasize training your tracking ability and accuracy on moving targets.

So, let’s break it down.

In StrafeTrack, you have the Aimlabs orb strafing left and right in front of you in a random pattern. You have to keep your crosshair at it, depleting the orb’s health. Once the health bar is depleted, the orb dies, and another one spawns. This exercise doesn’t require you to shoot the orb; you just have to aim at the orb till it vanishes.

StrafeShot is exactly like StrafeTrack, but here, you have to stay with the orb and shoot it to deplete its health.

This exercise will definitely improve your tracking accuracy and you’ll be able to land more shots on moving targets.

MicroShot UltimateMicroShot Ultimate

Let’s imagine a scenario, you are holding an angle, and a player swings by, nearly missing your crosshair. Now you have to readjust and try to quickly flick your crosshair at him or he is going to deal lethal damage. This is what microflicking is. Just like all other mechanics mentioned, this can be trained too.

Microshot is designed to focus on improving these micro flicks and adjustments. Since this is the ultimate mode, it covers both speed and accuracy. However, if you want to focus on either one there are Speed and Precision modes as well. The gameplay more or less remains the same.

It works quite similarly to SpiderShot but in a smaller span. Spidershot focuses on overall flicks, while Microshot trains the smaller and shorter flicks.

In Microshot, the orb is initially at the center of the screen. Once hit, it starts moving to new locations randomly. While SpiderShot is great for practicing flicks, this task takes your aim to the next level. It makes you practice those micro adjustments and micro flicks that make or break you when you’re holding a good angle.

Practicing both MicroShot and Spidershot alternatively will solidify your aim and flicks, getting you one step closer to that God-like status.

Valorant Maps in Aimlab

This is where you tie everything together.

All the other tasks we have mentioned above, train your core aiming ability. But, to be good at aiming in Valorant you also have to consider movement. That is, how to clear and peek angles, site executes and retakes. Thankfully, Aimlabs has modes for this too. These modes simulate real in-game scenarios in Aimlabs.
Like taking the C site on Haven, or holding Yellow on Icebox.

Each map has different exercises linked to it. Here are some you can get started with:

  • ValorantHavenEntry
  • ValorantAscentHeadshot
  • ValorantAscentWallpeek

All of these have their specific advantages along with a key similarity: They all help you understand the map better. This means you can transfer all your aim lab skills to a controlled Valorant simulation. Also, there are more modes for you to try. Most of them follow pretty much the same pattern.

You start initially like you would in a real game, at the start of the map. The task is to make your way through the map while killing bots placed in random spots on the map. As you navigate clearing different angles, also try focusing on crosshair placement.

We put this exercise at the end because we suggest you do it last. This task will make you use all the skills mentioned in our list.

A healthy repetition of this exercise will improve your in-game crosshair placement, angle clearing, and wall peeking, making you a more complete Valorant player.

Since Aimlabs allows you to create your own maps and practices. The library is filled with official and community-made Valorant exercises. From different maps to esports moments, you can practice it all easily.

Best Exercises for Beginners

Now that we’ve listed everything you’ll need to become an Aim-God at Valorant, let’s get a little more specific.

If you’re a beginner just starting, you’ll need to devote more time to get your techniques right. But, here’s a guide that will make things easier.

As good as Aimlabs tends to be, it can be a little distracting for new players. When you first try it out, you might be tempted to go for higher scores and speed runs rather than focusing on the main objective. This is a HUGE don’t.

You don’t need high scores and you don’t need to be quick, all that matters at this stage is accuracy and developing that muscle memory. Take your time and focus on landing your shots. Identify your mistakes and try to get a good accuracy percentage. The speed will come alongside with it.

Some of the best beginner-friendly exercises in this list are

  • HeadShot (Precision)
  • StrafeTrack/StrafeShot
  • MicroShot (Ultimate)

Make a routine of practicing these exercises every day and then test out your results in a team deathmatch. You’ll start to see improvements rather quickly if you stick to the routine. The same- training range is also a great way to test if your Aimlab’s practice is paying off.

The final tip is to go at your own pace, not get disheartened if you can’t do good at first. No need to see world-record Aimlab scores on YouTube either. At the end of the day, it’s all practice.

Apart from practice, there are some things that also affect your aiming ability. Well, the first thing is your mouse, you need to get yourself a mouse that’s good for Valorant. Crosshairs also play a big part in aiming. While you can try out making a crosshair by yourself, a better option would be to try using existing pros crosshairs.

Best Exercises for Experienced Players

It’s an entirely different ball game when it comes to players already familiar with the game.

While all the exercises we’ve listed are directly beneficial for you to keep your aim sharp, here’s a more specific and dedicated guide.

The advice we gave to beginners doesn’t even remotely apply here. When you’re at a higher rank, being precise isn’t enough, you need to be quick as well.

So, while still keeping precision in mind, we suggest that you go for more speed exercises. Some of the best ones to get started are,

  • SpiderShot (Ultimate) and (180)
  • MicroShot (Speed)
  • SixShot (Ultimate)

A daily routine of these exercises will make sure that your aim remains consistent while improving your speed and agility.

Once you’re done with the aiming side of things, we suggest that you try out audio and detection exercises as well. Aimlabs tasks like Audiospatial 8 and Detection Ultimate improve your hearing and reaction time, making you a better player.

Higher ranks can be tricky to advance through, but if you decide to put in the time at Aimlabs, you’ll be ranking up faster than before.

Becoming an Aim-God

Being new at an FPS game can be pretty daunting when you don’t know your way around aiming.

You’re getting killed left and right, losing ranked matches, and letting your team down continuously. But, it doesn’t have to be like that.

If you’re following our list of training packs and putting in the work, you’ll be the one making the plays and getting the kills. Ranking higher would become a lot easier and you wouldn’t choke at those clutch moments.

Make a routine and do some repetitions every day, and you’ll become unstoppable.

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VALORANT Deadlock – An Introduction https://leaguefeed.net/deadlock-valorant/ https://leaguefeed.net/deadlock-valorant/#comments Thu, 28 Sep 2023 17:08:40 +0000 https://top-leaguefeed-wordpress.w3mqkf.easypanel.host/?p=44919 Valorant enthusiasts were recently treated to an exciting addition to the agent lineup with the launch of a new act. Anticipation was high after a tempting teaser for the new agent was released. The mystery surrounding the agent’s role was quickly unveiled as Valorant introduced Deadlock, a sentinel, into the fray with the launch of […]

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Valorant enthusiasts were recently treated to an exciting addition to the agent lineup with the launch of a new act. Anticipation was high after a tempting teaser for the new agent was released. The mystery surrounding the agent’s role was quickly unveiled as Valorant introduced Deadlock, a sentinel, into the fray with the launch of Episode Seven.

Initial concerns emerged within the player community, driven by the memory of the overpowering Chamber’s debut. But, as players dived into the gameplay, it became clear that Deadlock was a well-balanced and intriguing addition.

On first look, Deadlock looks promising. Her kit is a mixture of Sage, Killjoy and Cypher. For sentinel mains like me, Deadlock’s feels familiar and easy to master. Just messing around in the practice range, I can sense Deadlock potential. Especially, in Ascent, Split and Lotus where Cypher and KJ shine.

With that said, lets take an in-depth look at the Deadlock and what she offers as a sentinel.

Deconstructing Deadlock’s Abilities

Before you decide to instalock Deadlock in ranked. Let’s first understand what her kit is. 

Barrier Mesh (E)

Valorant Deadlock - Barrier Mesh (E)

Leading the charge is her E ability, the Barrier Mesh. This defensive tool is unique to Deadlock and is provided at the start of each round, offering significant strategic potential. 

Once activated, the Barrier Mesh forms four diagonal walls that block passage through designated areas. What sets it apart is its impressive durability – the central portion of the barrier requires substantial firepower to break. This aspect proves invaluable, especially given the recent rifle ammo reduction. 

While this ability is a great way to get a starting advantage, Riot Games made sure to keep the play fair and balanced. 

To keep that balance, Deadlock faces a limitation.

Some character abilities like Skye’s flash or Sova’s drone can pass through this barrier.

Another small drawback is, just like a Sage wall, it’s vulnerable when first deployed and can be broken quite easily while it’s still forming. While it takes just around 2 seconds to take shape, it remains fragile during that time and can be damaged.

Sonic Sensor (Q)

Valorant Deadlock - Sonic Sensor (Q)

Next in line is her Q ability, the Sonic Sensor. Drawing comparisons to KJ’s Alarm Bot, the Sonic Sensor detects specific audio cues like enemy footsteps or gunfire. 

The distinguished feature offers a strategic advantage when used passively.

But, we advise that you tread cautiously and don’t rely entirely on it. Why? Because opponents can maneuver past the sensor’s detection by adopting a stealthy approach, moving silently to avoid triggering it.

So, this can cause a drawback for you if someone creeps up stealthily and kills you while you’re focused on detecting their audio cues.

Using this ability to your advantage depends entirely on your game sense. But, when used properly, the Sonic Sensor will help you stack those wins. 

Gravnet (C)

Valorant Deadlock - Gravnet (C)

Deadlock’s C ability, Gravnet, emerges as a versatile tool for both offense and defense.

Upon activation, it traps enemies, compelling them to crouch and move sluggishly. This ability’s tactical flexibility is its strength – it can control enemy movement, stall advances, and set the stage for well-coordinated engagements. 

If you have good communication with your team and can plan your plays, this ability is the one for you.

But, as with any potent ability, opponents can expect its effects and sidestep them with skillful maneuvering.

Even with this considered, Gravnet is a great and balanced ability to use for both attacking and defending.. 

Annihilation (X)

Valorant Annihilation (X)

Stepping into the spotlight is Deadlock’s ultimate ability, Annihilation, a game-changing force on the battlefield. 

When you shoot, it sends out wires that trap the first enemy they touch. This trapped enemy then gets wrapped up like a cocoon and their vision is taken away. They’re pulled along this wire path, ending up eliminated once they reach the end.

This ability is like having one of the mightiest trump cards in Valorant

When you hit someone with it, it’s almost a guaranteed kill. But, it’s not as simple as just triggering it. After you shoot it, there shouldn’t be anything blocking the path between the enemy and where you aimed. If there’s a wall or any obstacle in the way, your ultimate will fizzle out because it won’t reach the enemy. You need a clear path to make this ult work its magic.

This is a great ability to create a diversion. When an enemy is trapped, their teammates can stop the ult by shooting it. But, it requires a lot of bullets to break and can help you push in while the opponent team is engaged in saving their teammate. 

All in all, you’re either guaranteed a kill or a diversion making this ability one of the best in the game.

Leveraging Deadlock’s Strengths

Deadlock's Abilities

Mastering Deadlock’s abilities requires strategic thinking and teamwork.

Strategic Collaborations

Pairing Deadlock with fellow agents can yield explosive synergies. 

Integrating her sound sensors and Gravnet with the abilities of other agents can provide early-round advantages. This synergy thrives on maps characterized by tight entry points, such as Ascent, Haven, Fracture, Bind, and Split.

Cleverly placing these utilities can catch opponents off guard and set the stage for strategic dominance.

Deadlock’s Tactical Role

While Deadlock falls into the sentinel category, her versatility sets her apart. 

She seamlessly blends utility with combat prowess, making her an adaptable and multifaceted asset. Her role encompasses traditional objective defense while embracing dynamic engagement strategies.

Maximizing Utility Efficiency

Use these simple strategies and get the most out of Deadlock.

Strategically Placed Gravnet

Kickstart rounds by employing Gravnet to gain an early edge. Consider using it at entry points, such as Ascent’s B site, to obstruct enemy progress and create opportunities for your team.

Strategic Barrier Deployment

Use the Barrier Mesh to compel foes to adopt defensive stances. 

By obstructing sightlines and delaying enemy advances, you grant your team invaluable moments. Experiment with barrier boosts, an impactful technique that can catch opponents off guard and deliver a tactical advantage.

Addressing Weaknesses and Counters

Recognizing Deadlock’s vulnerabilities is pivotal, let’s take a look at them. 

  • Be mindful of Kay/o’s suppression abilities, which can nullify Deadlock’s utility. Devising strategies to maneuver around this counterplay is crucial to maintaining effectiveness.
  • Avoid impeding your teammates’ movements by strategically placing barriers. Misplaced barriers can hinder rotations and compromise strategic execution.

Is Deadlock Viable?

After playing Deadlock for a few hours, I can comfortably say – Yes, Deadlock has great value.  With that said, I would still pick Killjoy or Cypher if given the choice.

Let me explain, Deadlock kits seem like an unrefined version of Killjoy and Cypher kits. The sonic sensor is an inferior version of Cypher tripwires. Cypher trips can only be crossed undetected by using a utility, such as a Jett updraft or Omen Tp. Whereas, all you need to cross Sonic Sensor is to walk. 

Because of this, Sonic Sensor is not as effective on holding flanks as Alarmbot or Tripwires.  However, they are still pretty good when used to hold sites and entry points. 

Next is her Barrier Mesh. It is an all-round good ability, It can be used to lock out areas of the map, stall for time and in post-plant situations. However, when compared to Sage’s wall it is still inferior. 

Deadlock still has a big trump card, that could make her a viable pick. That is her ultimate, put it simply, it’s a guaranteed kill 80% of the time. Plus, it’s very easy to aim. I have gotten countless free kills and round wins just by using her ultimate.

To sum it up, Deadlock can be viable if played right. She still does not have as much util potential as other sentinels. Her kit simply does not provide that much value in my opinion. With that said, given time we could see how pro teams incorporate Deadlock into their comps.  

Most of all, Deadlock is quite fun to play. If we put the competitive and ranked value aside, at the core, Deadlock is a fun and enjoyable agent.  At the end of the day, if you are enjoying playing Deadlock, you can still main her. Plus, she is pretty beginner friendly.

Unleashing Deadlock’s Potential

Ready to use Deadlock and stack those wins? Great!

If you’re still reading, you’re well-versed on how to use this great addition to the character roster.

With her strategic and offensive capabilities, Deadlock becomes one of the best sentinels in the game. If you pair up her toolkit with your creativity, get ready to rank up.

It makes sense that it’ll take some time to get used to this agent and master it. But, the payoff is insane and Deadlock has the potential to become your go-to agent in Valorant.

Now that you know why and how to use Deadlock, hop in the game and try it out for yourself. 

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Achieving the maximum potential of your gameplay mainly relies on fiddling around with your settings and getting comfortable with them. If you’ve played Valorant just a bit enough, you would know that your crosshair settings matter and make a significant difference in your gameplay. The perfect crosshair can help you aim accurately and consistently as it’s an essential part of aiming.

What Makes a Good Crosshair

It’s best to experiment with different settings and work out which one is the best for you as there’s no one way about crosshairs. The default crosshair is in no way ideal and while personal preference plays a huge part in your crosshair settings, there are still some crucial points to tick off while choosing or creating a crosshair.

Color

While this relies on your personal preference, ideally you would want to choose a bright and vibrant color so it doesn’t blend in with the map design. You should also note that the crosshair color should be in contrast to your selected enemy outline colors, for example, a Green crosshair would be ideal for Red enemy outlines.

Size

It should be big enough that you can see it easily but not so large that it would take up too much of the screen. We should also note that a smaller crosshair is ideal for long-range battles and larger crosshairs are ideal for short-range battles so it depends a bit on your play style too.

Additional Settings

Lastly, for an ideal crosshair, we recommend turning off movement and firing error as crosshairs that change shapes during the game may be annoying and distracting so keeping them static will help focus. Your crosshair’s opacity should also be 100% for the best visibility.

Best Valorant Pro players crosshairs

These are the tried and tested crosshairs that some of the most popular pros use which helped them from winning ranked games and tournaments.

1. SEN TenZ1. SEN TenZ

Starting with Tyson “TenZ” Ngo, who is arguably one of the most popular professional Valorant players and streamers of all time. Who else would be a better basis for your crosshair than him? He has won multiple tournament matches throughout his career earning his fame, and is known for his precise aim.

TenZ’s crosshair is simple yet one of the most optimal crosshairs, he uses a compact crosshair in Valorant for precision to hit those satisfying headshots. He doesn’t use crosshair outlines and even without outlines, his crosshair doesn’t blend in with most backgrounds because of its vibrant cyan color which stands out in all of the Valorant maps.

Crosshair code: 0;s;1;P;c;5;h;0;m;1;0l;4;0o;2;0a;1;0f;0;1b;0;S;c;4;o;1

Tenz Crosshair SettingsOption
ColorCyan
Outlines Off
Outline Opacity0
Outline Thickness1
Center DotOn
Center Dot Opacity1
Center Dot Thickness1
Show Inner LinesOn
Inner Line Opacity1
Inner Line Length2
Inner Line Thickness1
Inner Line Offset2
Show Outer LinesOff
Outer Line Opacity0
Outer Line Length0
Outer Line Thickness0
Outer Line Offset0
Movement ErrorOff
Firing ErrorOff

2. FNC Derke2. FNC Derke

Crowned as the Champions Tour 2023 winner, Nikita “Derke” Sirmitev is no doubt one of the world’s best Valorant players in the pro scene right now. This makes him a great pick for considering his crosshair. Derke primarily plays Duelists however his crosshair works well with other agents too.

FNC Derke uses a very small dot crosshair, it’s white in color and with black borders so the crosshair doesn’t blend in with the map and has good visibility in all situations. Such crosshair is recommended for players who have decent raw aim since this crosshair requires extreme precision to land those shots.

Crosshair code: 0;P;c;8;o;1;d;1;b;1;0b;0;1b;0

Derke Crosshair SettingsOption
ColorWhite
OutlinesOff
Outline Opacity0
Outline Thickness1
Center DotOn
Center Dot Opacity1
Center Dot Thickness2
Show Inner LinesOff
Inner Line Opacity0
Inner Line Length0
Inner Line Thickness0
Inner Line Offset0
Show Outer LinesOff
Outer Line Opacity0
Outer Line Length0
Outer Line Thickness0
Outer Line Offset0
Movement ErrorOff
Firing ErrorOff

3. LOUD aspas3. LOUD aspas

Erick “aspas” Santos is also one of the most dominant names in the Valorant pro scene and has shown off his skills by performing in multiple tournaments and winning the Champions 2022 Tour. He has an aggressive playstyle and is LOUD’s most reliable operator and duelist, making him a solid pick for our crosshair guide.

LOUD aspas’s crosshair is a compact red crosshair, it has no outlines, no center gap, and no center dot either. It’s a full cross that isn’t too distracting and is relatively easier to aim with, it’s a great crosshair for hitting headshots close to long ranges, and due to its distinct red color, the crosshair is safe for all situations and won’t blend in any backgrounds.

Crosshair code: 0;s;1;P;c;7;h;0;0l;4;0o;0;0a;1;0f;0;1b;0;S;c;1;o;1

aspas Crosshair SettingsOption
ColorRed
OutlinesOff
Outline Opacity0
Outline Thickness1
Center DotOff
Center Dot Opacity0
Center Dot Thickness1
Show Inner LinesOn
Inner Line Opacity1
Inner Line Length4
Inner Line Thickness2
Inner Line Offset0
Show Outer LinesOff
Outer Line Opacity0
Outer Line Length0
Outer Line Thickness0
Outer Line Offset0
Movement ErrorOff
Firing ErrorOff

4. Paper Rex f0rsakeN4. Paper Rex f0rsakeN

Jason “f0rsakeN” Susanto is a professional Valorant player for team Paper Rex, he is their most reliable duelist and possesses an aggressive playstyle to frag out for the team. He has helped bring light to the SEA region by giving out some insane performances, some may argue that most of Paper Rex’s success in international tournaments is mainly because of f0rsakeN himself.

PRX f0rsakeN’s crosshair is a unique one, it is black in color and may appear to be a stretched crosshair. It has no center gap, no center dot, and is a fixed cross relatively larger than most pro crosshairs. This crosshair is easily visible in all situations and is great for lineups too.

Crosshair code: 0;s;1;P;c;8;u;000000FF;o;1;b;1;0t;3;0l;1;0v;0;0g;1;0o;0;0a;1;0f;0;1t;1;1l;4;1g;1;1o;0;1a;1;1m;0;1f;0;S;t;000000FF;s;0.664;o;1

f0rsakeN Crosshair SettingsOption
ColorBlack
OutlinesOn
Outline Opacity1
Outline Thickness1
Center DotOff
Center Dot Opacity1
Center Dot Thickness2
Show Inner LinesOn
Inner Line Opacity1
Inner Line Length1-0
Inner Line Thickness3
Inner Line Offset0
Show Outer LinesOn
Outer Line Opacity1
Outer Line Length4-2
Outer Line Thickness1
Outer Line Offset0
Movement ErrorOff
Firing ErrorOff

5. Karime Corp ScreaM5. Karime Corp ScreaM

Adil “ScreaM” Benrlitom is famously known as the headshot machine, and rightfully for a reason. His aim is genuinely something to admire as his career is filled with flashy one-tap plays.

KC ScreaM uses a dot crosshair, much similar to FNC Derke’s however it’s a tad bigger in size and is cyan colored which does help with visibility in all situations. Beginners may have difficulty getting comfortable with a dot crosshair so we only recommend this one if you have mastered the basics of aiming.

Crosshair code: 0;s;1;P;c;5;o;1;d;1;z;3;0b;0;1b;0;S;c;4;s;0.8;o;1

ScreaM Crosshair SettingsOption
ColorCyan
OutlinesOn
Outline Opacity1
Outline Thickness1
Center DotOn
Center Dot Opacity1
Center Dot Thickness3
Show Inner LinesOff
Inner Line Opacity0
Inner Line Length0
Inner Line Thickness0
Inner Line Offset0
Show Outer LinesOff
Outer Line Opacity0
Outer Line Length0
Outer Line Thickness0
Outer Line Offset0
Movement ErrorOff
Firing ErrorOff

6. EG Demon16. EG Demon1

Max “Demon1” Mazanov is a professional Valorant player for the team Evil Geniuses. He rose in the spotlight after proving himself in VCT 2023 Americas League and Masters Tokyo where his team placed 3rd and 2nd. Demon1 is a Jett main and just like most professional duelist mains, he uses his raw aim to outperform everyone else.

EG Demon1 uses a small white crosshair with a black outline with a center gap, however no center dot. The black outlines help in bright environments while the white inner lines help in darker environments, making this crosshair an ideal pick for all situations.

Crosshair code: 0;s;1;P;o;1;f;0;0t;1;0l;3;0o;2;0a;1;0f;0;1b;0;S;c;1;o;1

Demon1 Crosshair SettingsOption
ColorWhite
OutlinesOn
Outline Opacity1
Outline Thickness1
Center DotOff
Center Dot Opacity0
Center Dot Thickness0
Show Inner LinesOn
Inner Line Opacity1
Inner Line Length3
Inner Line Thickness1
Inner Line Offset2
Show Outer LinesOff
Outer Line Opacity0
Outer Line Length0
Outer Line Thickness0
Outer Line Offset0
Movement ErrorOff
Firing ErrorOff

7. 100T Asuna7. 100T Asuna

One of the youngest professional Valorant players, Peter “Asuna” Mazuryk plays for the team 100 Thieves and is a prominent name in the pro scene. Asuna is an aggressive yet tactical player and his flashy gameplay is something worth pondering over.

100T Asuna uses a crosshair much similar to EG Demon1’s, however, his crosshair is bigger with a larger gap between the lines. He uses black outlines on the inner white crosshair which makes it easily visible in all situations. Moreover, the larger gap between the lines helps center enemy heads much more easily which makes this crosshair a solid pick.

Crosshair code: 0;P;o;1;0t;1;0l;2;0a;1;0f;0;1b;0

Asuna Crosshair SettingsOption
ColorWhite
OutlinesOn
Outline Opacity1
Outline Thickness1
Center DotOff
Center Dot Opacity1
Center Dot Thickness2
Show Inner LinesOn
Inner Line Opacity1
Inner Line Length4
Inner Line Thickness2
Inner Line Offset0
Show Outer LinesOff
Outer Line Opacity0
Outer Line Length0
Outer Line Thickness0
Outer Line Offset0
Movement ErrorOff
Firing ErrorOff

Conclusion

Well, these are the crosshairs of the top pro players of Valorant. You can try them all out and see what works for you. You can also customize them to your liking, whether it is the color or the size. Find out which crosshair is comfortable for you and frag out!

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