Riot confirms new agent reveal during Champions Shanghai finals weekend

Riot confirms new agent reveal during Champions Shanghai finals weekend

Riot Games will reveal VALORANT’s next agent live before the Champions Shanghai grand final on October 18.

The announcement forms part of the programme for finals weekend, which runs from October 16–18 at the Mercedes-Benz Arena.

Riot has not disclosed the agent’s name, abilities or release date in the announcement.

TenZ and Karry Wang captain showmatch teams

A special showmatch will take place on October 17, featuring professional players, creators and guests.

Team Omega, captained by TenZ , will include OhnePixel, Dabin, Athena and keshi.

Team Alpha, led by Karry Wang, will feature Gus, HangHang , AiJiang and whzy .

Opening ceremony and MVP presentation

The Champions opening ceremony will take place immediately before the October 18 title match.

After the final, the tournament’s MVP will be announced. Broadcast talent, co-streamers and media will select the winner based on impact, consistency and performances in decisive moments.