After nearly four years of silence, Riot Games has finally announced that their tactical hero shooter, Valorant, is set to make its way to mobile devices. The development will be handled by Lightspeed Studios, a subsidiary of Tencent, marking an exciting step for fans eagerly awaiting this transition. While an exact release date remains under wraps, the initial launch is planned for China, with a broader rollout expected to follow.

Valorant, which blends the tactical gunplay of Counter-Strike with the unique agent abilities reminiscent of Overwatch, offers a thrilling 13-round 5v5 match format. Each player has only one life per round, and the game often includes objectives like bomb defusal or planting, familiar to fans of the Counter-Strike series.

The collaboration between Riot and Lightspeed comes as no surprise, given their shared ownership under Tencent. This official confirmation is a welcome update after a long period of speculation about Valorant's mobile version.

The announcement is particularly exciting for players in China, where Android is a dominant platform, suggesting a multi-OS release is on the horizon. Riot has confirmed that Lightspeed is actively working on the project, and the initial focus will be on a China-first release strategy.

While this news hints at a global release eventually, ongoing trade issues, particularly those affecting smartphones crucial for mobile gaming, may delay a worldwide launch. Riot, Tencent, and Lightspeed will likely provide more details once they are confident about the timing for an international rollout.

In the meantime, if you're eager to keep your shooting skills sharp, don't limit yourself to non-shooter games. Check out our curated list of the best shooters available for Android and iOS to keep the action going until Valorant Mobile arrives.