VALORANT Console: Everything You Need to Know
Launch and Availability
VALORANT Console launched in August 2024, taking many players by surprise. If you’re playing on either an Xbox Series X|S or a PS5, you may be wondering: Does VALORANT support cross-play between consoles?
Does VALORANT Console Support Cross-Play Between PS5 and Xbox?
Yes, it does! Players on PS5 can team up with friends on Xbox Series X|S, just like in popular cross-platform games like Fortnite. Riot Games introduced cross-play to make the game more accessible to players across different consoles.
However, it’s important to note that cross-play is only available between consoles—there is no cross-play between PS5/Xbox and PC.
Account Linking for Console and PC Players
If you’ve been playing VALORANT on PC, you won’t need to create a new account or lose access to your skins and in-game purchases. Riot allows players to link their accounts across PC and console, ensuring all your progress is carried over.
Console Beta Details and Regional Availability
VALORANT Console is currently in beta and available on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, though not all content from the PC version is live yet. While all agents are included, not every map has made it to the console version—new maps are typically introduced with each major update.
For now, the console version is limited to select regions, including the USA, UK, Japan, and Brazil. Riot Games appears to be taking a phased approach to the global rollout, likely to match regional demand for consoles. Future expansions into APAC and EMEA regions are expected, though no official timeline has been announced. Fans are also eagerly waiting to see if Riot will introduce a dedicated console esports league.
For a deeper dive into VALORANT’s cross-play, cross-platform compatibility, and regional plans, be sure to check out our detailed guide!
