In the fast-paced world of competitive shooters like VALORANT, timing can be the difference between victory and defeat. It’s a concept that has perplexed even the greatest minds in the gaming community. You strategize, plan your moves, and then suddenly, you’re dead before you even have a chance to react.
On September 23, a VALORANT player named u/Spare_Factor2264 attempted to tackle the issue of timing head-on. The result, unfortunately, was as expected – a frustrating defeat.
In a 22-second clip, Spare_Factor2264 finds themselves in a familiar position, anchoring a site on Sunset. The round is tied at 11-11, and any pick here could determine the outcome of the game. With three teammates stacked on B, Spare_Factor2264 is left alone to hold A Main.
As gunfire erupts and enemy pings fill the air, Spare_Factor2264 cautiously waits for the perfect moment to strike. Finally, two teammates communicate that the enemies are likely heading towards B.
This is where Spare_Factor2264’s experience comes into play. They briefly divert their attention from A Main to draw out any lurking enemies. But in that split second, the enemy Jett appears out of nowhere, catching Spare_Factor2264 off guard and eliminating them.
The Reddit community weighed in on the video, agreeing that timing in VALORANT is uncontrollable. “One does not simply trick Val timing,” one Redditor commented. “Val timing tricks you.”
Another user suggested a strategy to counter timing issues: “The best way to protect yourself from timing is to avoid exposing yourself to one angle while looking at another.”
Timing, like long-range one-taps or kills through smoke, is an intangible factor that can define rounds. It may not show up on the scoreboard, but it can have a significant impact on the outcome of a game. If you fall victim to bad timing, all you can do is accept it and move on to the next round.
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