Valorant update 8.04 patch notes: Ep 8 Act 2, Premier updates, more

Valorant patch 8.04 is here to set Episode 8 Act 2 in motion and brings along a crucial update to the Premier game mode. Here’s everything included in Valorant update 8.04 patch notes.

The first Act of Episode 8 has finally come to an end as Valorant patch 8.04 brings Act 2 to take over. While we may not be getting to play Agent 25 right from the start of the season, there’s a premium Primordium skinline and a brand-new Battle Pass you can purchase.

However, the highlight of Valorant patch 8.04 is the subtle change to the Premier mode where you won’t need to enroll any longer. The latest patch also includes several updates for the Esports Hub ahead of VCT Masters Madrid.

With that said, here’s a rundown of the entire Valorant update 8.04 patch notes.

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Valorant update 8.04 patch notes

Starting Valorant patch 8.04, enrollment is no longer required for the Premier game mode. You’d be able to make a team and start playing at any time. Teams can change their Zone anytime before they play their first match of the latest Stage.

The Global Events tab of the Esports Hub will unlock as Masters Madrid is right around the corner, allowing you to check all the participating teams, schedules, as well as the new format.

Here are the full Valorant 8.04 patch notes from Riot Games.

Modes Updates

• Added character portraits and minimap icons for Training Bots in the Range.

Premier Updates

A new Stage of Premier starts!

• No more enrollment! You can make a team and start playing at any time in the Stage.
• Provisional divisions are shown immediately upon team creation, update whenever the roster or Zone changes, and are locked in once your team plays your first match of the Stage.
• Teams can change their Zone anytime before they play their first match of the Stage.
• Weekly matches now have rematch protection, so you won’t face the same team twice in a Stage (unless you’ve been in queue a long time).
• You can only play 2 matches per week, so no jumping between teams as a free agent within the same week.
• Standings show Playoff results once Playoffs start and lock in 48 hours after Playoffs end.

Esports Features

Masters Madrid is right around the corner, and we have a few updates for the Esports Hub: 

• As Kickoff concludes and teams secure their place at Masters Madrid, the Global Events tab of the Hub will unlock, letting you explore participating teams, schedules and the new format.
• You can check out the Swiss Bracket page for Groups and watch teams qualify for the Playoffs.

Bug Fixes

• Agent
  • Fixed known cases where KAY/O’s ZERO/point (E) would sometimes report inaccurate information. Please report any further instances.
  • Fixed a bug where if you were revived by Sage’s Resurrection (X), you would be nudged slightly at the end of the animation.
  • Fixed a bug where bullets could pass through the corners of Sage’s Barrier Orb (C).
• Esports Features
  • Fixed a bug where the Esports Hub Schedule was not automatically taking you to the current day.
  • Fixed a visual bug in the Play In Groups Bracket that showed duplicate information.
• Gameplay Systems
  • Fixed a bug with abilities extending past the minimap widget such as Killjoy’s Lockdown (X).
• Premier
  • Fixed a bug where the start button wouldn’t update immediately if you’re in the lobby when an event starts.

Known Issues

• Premier
  • A team creation deadline is sometimes displayed on the Premier hub. There is no longer a deadline for team creation – feel free to create at any time in the Stage!