Valorant players took to Reddit to vent their frustrations regarding the planned Viper nerfs. The community seems divided, with some questioning Riot’s balancing decisions in the latest update.
Summary
- Players concerned about Viper’s viability in pro play and solo queue.
- Debate over the impact of Viper losing her multiple-use orb mechanic.
- Some suggest alternative changes to Viper’s kit.
Players’ Sentiments
One player pointed out, “Damn she can’t catch a break,” reflecting on Viper’s continuous struggles.
Another player highlighted the divide, stating, “Great for pro play because it’ll allow teams to be far more creative with compositions. Terrible for literally everyone else…”
Riot’s Balancing Approach
Players criticized Riot’s approach, with one user stating, “I’m just not really a fan of how the balance team skirts around the issue for a few patches before gutting the agent entirely.”
Community Suggestions
Some players suggested focusing on map design rather than nerfing specific agents for their strengths on particular maps.
