The latest Valorant update has shaken up the competitive map pool, bringing back Ascent alongside several gameplay tweaks. With patch 10.04, Riot Games attempted to eliminate the infamous B site wallbang strategy by reinforcing the wall with a metal sheet, preventing bullets from passing through.
However, it didn’t take long for players to discover a new method to achieve the same devastating effect.
How Did the Original Wallbang Work?
Since Valorant’s launch in 2020, Ascent’s B site has been a prime location for wallbang kills. The classic strategy involved:
- Using Sova’s Recon Bolt (E) to reveal enemies near B Main.
- Equipping the Odin, Valorant’s powerful LMG, to spray through the previously penetrable wall.
- Catching enemies off guard, especially during site executions or defensive holds.
This strategy became a staple in high-level play, as it allowed defenders to deal damage safely while forcing attackers to reposition.
The New Alternative Wallbang on Ascent
Riot’s solution to this was to reinforce the wall with a metal barrier, making it impenetrable. However, resourceful players quickly found a workaround that keeps the strategy alive:
- Finding a New Angle: Instead of shooting directly through B Main’s wall, players are now utilizing alternative positions where bullet penetration is still possible.
- Combining Abilities: By using agents with vision-based utilities (like Fade’s Haunt or Cypher’s Spycam), attackers can still locate enemies and take them down with well-placed shots.
- Adjusting Weapon Choices: While the Odin remains a strong option, players are experimenting with rifles and Sheriff shots from different angles to maintain pressure on opponents.
Will Riot Patch This New Strategy?
As this newly discovered tactic gains traction, it remains to be seen whether Riot Games will step in with another fix. Historically, the developer has responded swiftly to unintended gameplay mechanics, but as long as bullet penetration mechanics remain unchanged, creative players will always find new ways to exploit Ascent’s design.
For now, Valorant players can still execute a modified version of the infamous wallbang, keeping the tactical edge alive despite Riot’s attempts to curb it.
Conclusion
Riot Games may have tried to put an end to Ascent’s wallbang meta, but the community’s ingenuity has ensured that the strategy remains viable. Whether this new method will be patched out in a future update is uncertain, but for now, players can continue refining their approach to maintain their advantage.
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