Valorant Patch 11.02 release date: Unreal Engine 5 upgrade & more

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Published at :July 26, 2025 at 6:00 PM

Modified at :July 26, 2025 at 6:00 PM

(Courtesy : Riot Games)

Massive update for the game next week

The fans and gamers are all ready for the upcoming Valorant Patch 11.02, which is going to be a massive update for the game.

Riot skipped Patch 11.01 for their summer break, but this one is packed with many surprises. Let’s find out more details in this article.

Riot Games plans to skip over patch 11.01 and look to prepare for the Unreal Engine 5 transition with patch 11.02 on July 29 // #VALORANT pic.twitter.com/b1qgo8uz3C
— Valorant News (@ValorINTEL) July 14, 2025

When is Valorant Patch 11.02 releasing?

Mark your calendars for Valorant Patch 11.02, which is going to roll out on July 29, 2025, for North America, LATAM, and Brazil at 6:00 AM PT, and on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, for Europe at 4:00 AM BST.

Timings vary in different regions. Taking these timings as an example, you can check out your region-based timings on Google.

What to expect in new patch?

This will not be a simple update or patch; get ready for a massive download. Riot Games is upgrading Valorant to Unreal Engine 5, which will replace old files.

You will need at least 30 GB of free storage for this update. The game’s size will diminish after installation, which is good news for gamers who value their space. Marcus Reid, the tech lead, hinted at minor FPS boosts on older systems, which is a nice perk.

Beyond the Unreal Engine 5 upgrade, fans can also expect some gameplay tweaks that were not done in the Patch 11.01, because Riot skipped this patch.

Agent changes and map upgrades are likely, as are quality-of-life enhancements based on the new engine. The patch notes will go live after the downtime on the official website of Riot Games.

Final thoughts

This is a bigger and bolder new step for Valorant for upgrading the game to Unreal Engine 5. Everyone knows that this engine does not good reputation for performance and optimization.

It would be interesting to see whether the game will really see performance and FPS-based improvement after the Valorant Patch 11.02 or not.

FAQs

When does Valorant Patch 11.02 release?

It starts July 29, 2025, at 6:00 AM PT (NA, LATAM, Brazil) or July 30 at 4:00 AM BST (Europe).

How much space do I need for the update?

At least 30 GB of free storage, though the final size will be smaller.

What changes are expected in Patch 11.02?

Unreal Engine 5 upgrade, possible agent/map tweaks, and quality-of-life fixes.

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Mahaksh Chouhan

Mahaksh Chauhan is a passionate gaming journalist who loves for old-school RPGs and turn-based games. With a keen eye for storytelling and a deep understanding of game mechanics, Mahaksh brings an unique perspective to the world of gaming. Inspired by classics like Persona, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Skyrim, Mahaksh is dedicated in sharing the magic of games with readers. When not writing or gaming, Mahaksh can be found cheering on WWE superstars or watching his favourite Anime.