A new map "Abyss" is implemented in the tactical FPS "VALORANT"!

With Abyss, we wanted to reimagine utility and mobility and encourage players to think about more exciting ways to utilize them. We kept this goal in mind when designing the map, eliminating boundaries and allowing players' creativity to shine through. For example, dropping enemies with Raise's blast packs or bypassing structures with Omen's shrouded steps come to mind, but the map also allows other agents to take higher-risk routes around the site. Other than this, we were also aware of the relatively long range firefights, but at the same time we were careful not to sacrifice the clarity of the concept and the memorability of the layout. In a more subtle way, we also explored various ways to develop the battle over and around smoke. This is an attempt to change the feeling that smoke can "completely block off a narrow space.

Since many players are looking to "clip" their way through the map, we left a lot of room for creative freedom in the map itself. We love high-risk, high-reward gameplay, so we tried to add a "dangerous thrill" to VALORANT without going overboard.

The original "Abyss" was actually a map with more elevation differences. The death drop element was there from the beginning, but we wanted to emphasize it more. In fact, we were testing other game elements besides the death drop. We were actually testing other game elements besides the death drop, like a jump pad that allows you to leap to great heights in an instant, or a crash pad that allows you to land with no damage. In the end, we decided that they were unnecessary for the "Abyss" gameplay experience and removed them, but they may see the light of day someday!