It’s been just over a month since Valorant made its highly anticipated debut on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, opening the floodgates for a whole new wave of players to dive into Riot Games’ hit tactical shooter.
But as the console community finds its footing, a heated debate has erupted between the platform’s newcomers and the PC veterans who have been clicking heads since day one.
The question on everyone’s mind: can console players hang with their keyboard and mouse counterparts, or are they doomed to be forever looked down upon by the PC Master Race’s so-called elite?
The debate reached a boiling point on Reddit, where a console player vented their frustrations with the PC community’s apparent disdain for their controller-wielding brethren:
It’s a sentiment echoed by many console players who feel like they’re being unfairly judged by their PC counterparts. After all, Valorant has only been out on consoles for a few months, while the PC version has had years to mature and develop a highly competitive scene.
Some PC players, however, argue that the skill gap between the platforms is more than just a matter of experience:
Others suggest that the perceived hostility might be less about genuine hate and more about PC players feeling the need to defend their hard-earned ranks:
But perhaps the most contentious point of all is the quality of the clips and highlights being shared by console players. Some PC players have expressed frustration with what they perceive as a flood of subpar content:
Console players, however, are quick to point out that the PC community had its own growing pains when Valorant first launched:
It’s a fair point, and one that highlights the need for patience and understanding as the console scene finds its footing.
At the end of the day, many players on both sides of the divide seem to agree that the console vs PC debate is a tale as old as online multiplayer gaming itself:
And for those console players feeling the heat from their PC rivals, some sage advice:
In a community that’s no stranger to toxicity, perhaps the best thing console players can do is tune out the noise and focus on what really matters: clicking heads and having fun with their pals.
So whether you’re a seasoned PC veteran or a fresh-faced console recruit, remember that at the end of the day, we’re all just here to enjoy one of the best tactical shooters around.
And who knows? With a little practice and a lot of determination, maybe those console radiants will be giving their PC counterparts a run for their money sooner than you think.
Where do you stand on the great Valorant console vs PC debate? Let us know in the comments below!
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