Cloud settings

Cloud utilizes an 800 DPI setting on his Logitech G Pro X Superlight Black mouse, paired with an in-game sensitivity of 0.35. This combination results in an effective eDPI of 280, which offers a balanced approach between swift crosshair movement and precise control, a setup favored by many professional players who require both rapid reactions and fine aiming accuracy.

Cloud’s crosshair is configured using a custom code that creates a compact, static crosshair with no outlines, a small gap, and no center dot. This minimalist design minimizes distractions and allows for clear visibility of targets, enabling precise aim adjustments during high-pressure situations common in competitive play.

Cloud relies on the ZOWIE XL2566X+ monitor, a high-refresh-rate display designed specifically for esports. This monitor delivers exceptionally fast response times and smooth visuals, ensuring that Cloud experiences minimal input lag and can track opponents' movements with maximum clarity, giving him a competitive edge in fast-paced gunfights.

Cloud sets most of his video and graphics settings to low, including UI, detail, texture, and material quality, while disabling features like bloom, vignette, and distortion. He plays at 1920x1080 resolution with a 16:9 aspect ratio in fullscreen mode. This configuration prioritizes high frame rates and minimal visual clutter, allowing for clear spotting of enemies and smooth gameplay.

Cloud uses a Wooting 60HE v2 Silver keyboard, known for its rapid response and analog input capabilities. His keybinds follow a classic, ergonomic arrangement, with abilities mapped to nearby keys (C, Q, E, X) and essential actions like jump, crouch, and walk assigned to easily accessible keys. This layout enables swift ability usage and movement, supporting agile and responsive play.

Cloud currently uses the Razer Gigantus V2 Pro Balance mousepad, which is designed to provide a balanced glide with consistent tracking. This surface choice helps him execute both rapid flicks and controlled tracking movements, ensuring reliable mouse performance during critical aiming moments in matches.

Cloud uses the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro White headset, a model renowned for its clear positional audio and comfort during long sessions. While specific in-game audio settings are not listed, this headset allows Cloud to accurately pinpoint enemy locations and react swiftly to subtle game cues, which is crucial in a tactical shooter like Valorant.

Cloud sets his minimap size to 1.2 and zoom to 0.898, with region names always visible and vision cones enabled. He keeps the minimap orientation based on side and disables the 'keep player centered' option. This setup maximizes the information available at a glance, enhancing map awareness and enabling more informed decision-making during rounds.

Cloud’s system is powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 5800X processor and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 graphics card. This combination delivers robust performance for Valorant, ensuring high frame rates and smooth gameplay even during intense moments, which is vital for maintaining consistency and responsiveness in competitive matches.

Cloud’s most recent hardware choices, such as upgrading to the Wooting 60HE v2 Silver keyboard and the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro White headset, indicate a preference for high-performance, esports-grade peripherals. This suggests a continual pursuit of marginal gains in responsiveness and comfort, reflecting his commitment to maintaining a technical edge in competitive play.