Valorant Mobile has now come to China, and the buzz is big. Players there are jumping in, trying out their shot accuracy, and flaunting those sharp headshots. The problem? Servers are locked to that region, making it tough for the rest of us. Yet, don’t worry—it can be done, playing this game from outside China. I’ll guide you through it, one step at a time.
Downloading Valorant Mobile Beyond China
Here’s the good news: grabbing the game itself doesn’t require a VPN. The bad news? Actually playing it does. You’ll also want a VPN ready just in case the in-game resource download stalls—which, trust me, happens more than you’d think. And be warned, the resource pack is hefty—over 4GB—so clear up some space before you dive in.
Installing on Android
The process is a little unconventional, but it works:
- Download the 3839 Popcorn app (don’t worry, it’s safe).
- Search for Valorant Mobile inside the app.
- Hit the big green download button at the bottom.
- Once the APK is ready, allow permissions to install.
- Fire it up and let the in-game downloads run.
Boom—Valorant Mobile is now sitting on your Android device.
Installing on iOS
This one’s simpler, but it involves tweaking your App Store region:
- Go to your App Store profile and tap Country/Region.
- Switch it to China Mainland and add a random address (nothing fancy, just fill the fields).
- Refresh the App Store and search for Valorant Mobile.
- Download, install, and you’re good to go.
Actually Playing Valorant Mobile Outside China
This is where things get a little tricky. You’ll need a WeChat or QQ account to log in. If you don’t already have one, you’ll have to create it—and depending on where you live, you may need a friend to help with verification.
Once your account is set up, just:
- Launch Valorant Mobile.
- Choose your login method (WeChat or QQ).
- Make sure your VPN is connected to China (or the closest server to cut down ping).
- Jump in and play.
Without the VPN, the game will kick you out almost instantly. I tested it once just to see, and yep, I was booted straight back to the menu.
That’s the full setup! Not as easy as a big launch, but if you can’t wait to play Valorant Mobile before others, it’s worth the work.
Now I’m wondering—are you going to try Valorant Mobile, or will you wait for the official global release? Share your thoughts (and maybe your tips) in the comments. Let’s share stories!
