What sets Valorant apart from most competitive shooters is its unique and diverse gameplay, thanks to the presence of agents. Although Riot's shooter currently has only 24 playable characters, balancing even this relatively small number is quite challenging. There will always be agents who are more popular due to their strong abilities, while others will be less favored because of their lower effectiveness. Recently, we told you about the agents with the lowest pick rate, so today we will discuss the community's favorite agents in Valorant. The statistics for this material were taken from Tracker.gg.

Gekko

Opening our list is the American initiator agent, Gekko, who was added to the game in early March 2023, and is the latest initiator to appear in Valorant. At the time of writing, his pick rate stands at 6.0%, making him one of the most popular agents in the game, though this wasn't always the case. After his introduction to Valorant, Gekko initially held a similar position in popularity, but as developers began to nerf him, his pick rate dropped significantly. Starting from patch 7.12, Gekko began receiving buffs, with the latest one increasing the damage of his Mosh Pit ability to map objects such as automatic and wooden doors and destructible stone walls. After a series of buffs, Gekko reclaimed his spot among the top popular agents in Valorant and is expected to maintain this position for some time.

Cypher

In second place, we have the Moroccan sentinel, Cypher, with a pick rate of 6.8%. Unlike the previous character, his popularity isn't due to buffs but rather despite them. Recent patches addressing Cypher have only fixed bugs, and in patch 8.08, he was actually nerfed. Nonetheless, the agent has not lost his popularity. Cypher's abilities allow him to control large areas of the map and gather information on enemies. Although the agent isn't considered particularly easy to play, mastering Cypher requires knowing many positions for placing his camera and traps, which directly affects his win rate. As of now, Cypher's win rate is 49.9%, indicating that not all players using Cypher have fully mastered the agent's capabilities and are not utilizing his full potential.

Sage

Next, we have an agent who has maintained her popularity even after four years. This is Sage, who was added to the game during beta testing in the spring of 2020. Despite this, Sage remains one of the most popular agents in Valorant. The reason for this is simple and well-known: Sage represents the classic support role, providing team assistance. Her Healing Orb ability can heal an ally by 100 HP and herself by 30 HP. Additionally, her ultimate, Resurrection, allows her to revive a teammate, which can significantly change the outcome of a round and the match as a whole. Very few agents in Valorant can restore health, and even fewer can heal allies. These supportive abilities are why Sage remains one of the most popular agents in Valorant and is likely to continue holding her position in the future.

Omen

Another agent who has maintained his popularity since the beta test is Omen. At the time of writing, Omen's pick rate is 6.7%, highlighting his popularity. He is a controller, but his unique skills set him apart from other agents of this type. Omen is one of the most mobile agents in the game. Most Valorant characters are "grounded," meaning they can't quickly move long distances or teleport to different textures. Omen, however, can teleport to various positions and textures within his line of sight using his Shrouded Step ability. His ultimate, From the Shadows, allows him to move to any point on the map. This mobility is why players love Omen, as his abilities can turn the tide of a round. However, like Cypher, many regular players struggle to play Omen correctly, often dying when using his ultimate. This is reflected in his win rate, which is currently only 47%.

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Clove

Next on our list is the newest agent, who appeared in Valorant just a few months ago, on March 26, 2024. Clove is a controller with a pick rate of 8.8%. Her popularity is due to two factors: her novelty and her unique ultimate. Every new agent in Valorant initially receives high popularity as players want to try them out. In the first weeks after release, it is often hard to play a new agent in a regular match because everyone wants to pick them, and only one agent can be chosen per team. As a result, players often leave matches if they can't select the new character. This is currently happening with Clove, even though it's been three months since her release. The second reason for her popularity is her unusual ultimate, Not Dead Yet, which has a unique mechanic not seen before in the game. This ability allows her to revive after death, provided she kills or damages an enemy. This self-revival mechanic attracts players to Clove. Despite many nerfs in patch 8.11, Clove remains the third most popular agent.

Jett

The last two agents on our list have maintained their popularity since the early days, and there is no reason to think they will lose it. First, let's talk about the Korean duelist, Jett, who currently has a pick rate of 9.1%. Jett's popularity is due to her high mobility, giving her an advantage when used correctly. Additionally, her ultimate, Blade Storm, allows her to eliminate enemies like a true ninja. This combination of skills and mobility particularly attracts professional players who master Jett and can single-handedly take down the entire enemy team. This high level of professional play leads regular players to frequently choose Jett, believing she is easy to play, and that enemies will die automatically. However, this is not the case, as Jett is one of the most challenging agents in the game. The popularity of Jett among casual players who don't fully understand her directly affects her win rate, which is currently 49.5%.

Reyna

Closing our list of the most popular agents in Valorant is the Mexican duelist, Reyna, with an impressive pick rate of 10.9%. She appeared in the game in the first patch, 1.0, and has since held the top spot in agent popularity. There isn't a specific reason for this. Reyna is a duelist, not the most critical role in a match, her abilities aren't overpowered, and developers regularly nerf her. Despite this, Reyna remains the most popular agent, and this is unlikely to change. The main reason for her popularity is the community's fondness for the character. Most players simply like Reyna as a character, resulting in her high popularity. Although Riot Games doesn't focus much on Valorant fan service, many fan artworks and videos feature Reyna, and she is often seen at Valorant-themed cosplay festivals. Overall, Jett and Reyna are the two characters known even outside the Valorant community and are associated with Riot's shooter by people who have never played it.

Conclusion

After reading our material, you have learned about the list of the most popular agents in Valorant after the release of patch 9.1. Note that the Valorant Champions 2024 is ahead, where professional players will showcase the highest level of play. Likely, some popular agents will lose their position after the tournament, and others will take their place based on frequent selections in the championship. Stay tuned to our portal for more exciting Valorant content.