Valorant Patch 12.10 Brings Replay Sharing, New Skirmish Maps, and Masters London Pick’Ems

Riot Games has officially released Valorant Patch 12.10, introducing a collection of quality-of-life improvements, esports features, gameplay updates, and bug fixes. While this update does not include major Agent balance changes, it delivers several highly requested features that improve the overall player experience.

The biggest highlights of Valorant Patch 12.10 include the introduction of Replay Friend Sharing, the return of Masters London Pick’Ems, two new Skirmish maps, and expanded Agent accessibility in Skirmish: Ascension. The update also addresses multiple gameplay bugs and introduces scheduling adjustments for Premier competition.

For players preparing for Masters London or simply looking for new ways to enjoy the game, Valorant Patch 12.10 offers meaningful improvements across multiple areas.

Replay Friend Sharing Finally Arrives

One of the most anticipated features in Valorant Patch 12.10 is the launch of Replay Friend Sharing.

Players can now access and watch eligible match replays directly from their friends’ Career pages. This new feature makes it easier than ever to review gameplay, analyze strategies, and help teammates improve their performance.

Supported game modes include:

• Competitive

• Unrated

• Swiftplay

• Premier

• Custom Games

The addition creates new opportunities for coaching, content creation, and tactical review. Instead of relying solely on personal recordings, players can now study their friends’ matches directly within the game ecosystem.

This feature is especially valuable for competitive teams looking to evaluate decision-making, positioning, utility usage, and communication patterns.

Custom Game Replay Requirements

There is one important limitation regarding Custom Games.

Replay recording must be manually enabled by the lobby owner before the match begins. Additionally, this setting must be activated again for every new Custom Game session.

While this adds an extra step, it allows players to control replay storage and recording preferences more effectively.

Masters London Pick’Ems Return

Another major addition in Valorant Patch 12.10 is the return of Masters London Pick’Ems.

With Valorant Masters London approaching, Riot has once again given fans the opportunity to predict tournament outcomes and earn rewards based on their accuracy.

Players can participate through both:

• The in-game client

• The official web platform

How Masters London Pick’Ems Work

The first stage focuses on the Swiss format competition.

Players must predict:

• Which teams will advance

• Which teams will be eliminated

• Which team will finish with a perfect 2-0 record

Correct predictions earn points, while particularly accurate brackets provide opportunities for additional rewards.

Even players who simply participate can unlock an exclusive title.

For esports enthusiasts, Pick’Ems add another layer of engagement throughout the tournament, encouraging closer attention to every match result.

New Skirmish Maps Expand Gameplay Options

The Skirmish mode continues to receive support through Valorant Patch 12.10.

Riot has introduced two completely new maps:

Skirmish Map D

Skirmish D offers a fresh layout focused on varied sightlines and fast engagements.

The map includes multiple ramp structures, encouraging creative peeking opportunities and vertical positioning.

Players will need to adapt their movement and aiming techniques to maximize effectiveness.

Skirmish Map E

Skirmish E follows a similar philosophy while providing a distinct layout and combat flow.

The map emphasizes:

• Angle control

• Quick reactions

• Vertical movement

• Close-range engagements

Both maps are available in:

• Standard queues

• Custom games

• Skirmish playlists

The addition of ramps across both maps significantly increases tactical variety compared to earlier Skirmish environments.

All Agents Unlocked in Skirmish: Ascension

A particularly player-friendly change arrives in Skirmish: Ascension.

All selectable Agents are now available in both:

• 1v1 matches

• 2v2 matches

This applies even if players have not officially unlocked those Agents on their accounts.

Why This Change Matters

Many players hesitate before spending Kingdom Credits or other resources on unlocking new Agents.

The updated Skirmish system allows players to:

• Test Agent abilities

• Learn playstyles

• Practice mechanics

• Evaluate team synergy

before making permanent unlock decisions.

This change lowers barriers for newer players while encouraging experimentation among veterans.

No Major Meta Changes Before Masters London

One notable aspect of Valorant Patch 12.10 is what it does not include.

Unlike Patch 12.09, which introduced significant adjustments to Neon and shotgun movement accuracy, Patch 12.10 leaves the competitive meta largely untouched.

This decision appears intentional.

With Masters London beginning shortly after the patch launch, Riot has avoided introducing disruptive balance changes that could dramatically alter professional play.

As a result, teams competing at Masters London will largely continue using strategies developed during Patch 12.09.

Many players expect more substantial Agent balance updates to arrive in Patch 13.00 after the international event concludes.

Important Premier Schedule Changes

For Premier competitors, Valorant Patch 12.10 introduces adjustments to playoff scheduling.

V26A3 Division Changes

The playoff format has been extended across multiple days.

Updated Schedule

June 20

• First playoff round

June 21

• Subsequent playoff matches for qualified teams

Players participating in Premier should verify exact start times through the in-game client, as schedules may vary by region.

These changes aim to provide a smoother competitive experience while reducing scheduling conflicts for teams.

Agent Bug Fixes

Patch 12.10 includes several fixes targeting Agent abilities.

Miks Fixes

Miks receives the largest number of bug corrections in this update.

M-Pulse Healing Bug

A bug previously allowed M-Pulse healing effects to linger briefly on enemies after they left the ability's effective area.

This issue has now been resolved.

Animation Cancellation Bug

M-Pulse could sometimes cancel:

• Ability animations

• Weapon equip animations

This unintended behavior has been fixed.

Incorrect Form Activation

Players who repeatedly used alt-fire occasionally triggered M-Pulse in the wrong form.

Patch 12.10 eliminates this problem.

Harbor Fix

Harbor players also benefit from a notable fix.

Previously, spamming the cast button during Reckoning could cause the Ultimate to disappear earlier than intended.

This bug has now been corrected, ensuring consistent ability performance.

Gameplay Improvements and Bug Fixes

Several gameplay-related issues have been addressed in Valorant Patch 12.10.

Buy Phase Spawn Kill Exploit Removed

One of the most important fixes targets an exploit that allowed players to eliminate enemies directly from spawn during the buy phase.

Although Riot previously deployed an emergency correction during Patch 12.09, the fix is now formally documented within the patch notes.

This adjustment helps maintain competitive integrity across all game modes.

Skirmish 2v2 Overtime Fix

A timer issue affecting Skirmish 2v2 has also been resolved.

The bug caused overtime timers to become stuck at:

0.5 seconds

This occasionally created confusion and disrupted match flow.

Patch 12.10 eliminates the issue completely.

Store Improvements

Riot has also addressed several store-related problems.

PC Store Fix

Players purchasing VCT bundles occasionally encountered a bug where bundle details failed to display correctly on the confirmation screen.

This issue has been fixed.

Console Store Fix

Console players experienced clipping problems when confirming Battlepass gun buddy purchases.

Patch 12.10 resolves this visual issue, improving store navigation and purchasing clarity.

Community Reaction to Patch 12.10

Initial community reactions suggest that many players appreciate the focus on quality-of-life improvements.

Replay Friend Sharing has received particularly positive feedback, as it expands the usefulness of the replay system beyond individual analysis.

The addition of new Skirmish maps has also been welcomed by players seeking more variety in shorter game modes.

Meanwhile, esports fans are actively participating in Masters London Pick’Ems, adding excitement ahead of one of the biggest Valorant tournaments of the year.

While some players hoped for larger balance updates, most understand Riot's decision to avoid major meta shifts immediately before an international competition.

Final Thoughts on Valorant Patch 12.10

Although Valorant Patch 12.10 is not a major balance patch, it delivers several meaningful improvements that enhance the overall player experience.

Replay Friend Sharing strengthens social and competitive learning opportunities, Masters London Pick’Ems increase esports engagement, and the addition of Skirmish Maps D and E expands gameplay variety.

Combined with Agent fixes, gameplay bug corrections, store improvements, and Premier scheduling updates, Patch 12.10 serves as a solid quality-of-life update ahead of Masters London.

For players waiting for larger Agent adjustments, Riot will likely reserve those changes for future updates. Until then, Valorant Patch 12.10 provides a polished and stable foundation for both casual and competitive play.