The wait is finally over—at least for iOS players. Until recently, only Android users had the chance to get a head start with Valorant Mobile’s extra file preloads. Now Apple fans can breathe easier: the client has officially landed on the Chinese App Store.
The details are already locked in. According to the 3839 marketplace, the official preload window kicks off at 7:00 AM local time on August 19. Not long after, servers should flicker to life, marking the real beginning of Riot’s bold step into the mobile scene. For a game that built its name on lightning-fast reactions and razor-sharp tactics, the move to smaller screens has been stirring up chatter for months—and it feels like things are finally happening.
But here’s where excitement meets frustration. Even if you manage to get the client installed, Tencent’s age verification system can slam the brakes on your plans. Submitting ID photos, snapping selfies with your documents—it feels more bureaucratic than booting up a game. And the kicker? The review process can stretch out for weeks. Imagine the hype, the countdown ticking away, and then… stuck waiting for approval. The only group that usually clears the process quickly are local players with valid IDs. For everyone else, patience might be the toughest test yet.
Still, the buzz is undeniable. Preloading might just be a small step, but it’s also a milestone. It means Valorant Mobile is no longer a distant promise—it’s right here, inching closer with every hour.
What about you? Would you wade through the paperwork and waiting just to dive in early? Drop your thoughts in the comments—I’m curious how far you’d go for a shot at first blood.
