A fierce debate has ignited on Reddit about just how powerful Neon has become in the current meta following Valorant’s 8.11 update. Released in June, the patch revamped all of Neon's abilities except her ultimate. Special focus was given to her “Speed Boost” ability, significantly enhancing her mobility: the number of charges for sliding was increased to two, and both shooting accuracy and weapon readiness while sliding were improved. These changes have made Neon a central figure in the current game balance.
The community is divided over Neon new capabilities. Many players feel the main issue is her shooting accuracy during slides, allowing her to instantly attack opponents. Users also note that, while playing as Neon is challenging at lower ranks, she becomes extremely effective at higher ones, especially with skilled use of her abilities.
"She needs a slight nerf—reducing accuracy after sliding and weakening her ultimate", some players write on Reddit. However, others argue that Neon is already well-balanced and demands high skill, making her an uncommon pick. Some suggest that her mechanics might be better suited for games like Overwatch or Apex Legends, where mobile heroes feel more natural.
Meanwhile, some in the community worry that any adjustments might cause players to overlook Neon again, as they did before recent updates. Players have proposed reducing her slide charges or nerfing her accuracy bonus. However, others are convinced that the current balance around Neon is still quite playable, and no further changes are necessary.
Source: Reddit
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