After months of speculation and anticipation, VALORANT Mobile is finally on the horizon. The pre-registration for the mobile version of Riot Games’ popular tactical shooter is set to begin on April 21 in China, according to a post on the Huawei App Store. This marks a significant milestone in the game’s development journey, bringing it one step closer to its official launch.
VALORANT Mobile Officially Announced
Since 2024, the Valorant community has been buzzing with reports about VALORANT Mobile from Riot Games. What started as mere rumors and questionable screenshots eventually gained legitimacy when Riot Games officially acknowledged the game’s existence during the VALORANT Champions 2025 press conference.
Following this confirmation, Riot Games conducted multiple closed beta tests exclusively in China. Now, in 2025, the launch appears imminent. The Huawei App Store features information about the upcoming Tencent Spark 2025 event, where the Chinese gaming giant will showcase several games. Among the announcements, one particular statement stands out: “VALORANT: Energy Operation pre-order starts on April 21”.
It’s worth noting that “VALORANT: Energy Operation” could be the official Chinese name for VALORANT Mobile, as confirmed in the regulatory documents approving the game’s launch in China. This pre-registration announcement suggests that the Tencent Spark event will likely feature a trailer and gameplay reveal for the highly anticipated mobile adaptation.
What to Expect on April 22nd
Valorant Mobile will be officially announced on April 22, 2025, with an official trailer set to drop on Riot Games’ Valorant social media accounts, likely featuring gameplay videos. Additionally, pre-registration for Valorant Mobile will be available in China apart from unconfirmed Rewards.
China-First Approach
Currently, there’s no information available regarding the global release of VALORANT Mobile. This regional approach aligns with previous reports indicating that while Riot Games would release the global version of VALORANT Mobile, Tencent would handle the Chinese version separately.
The strategic focus on China makes sense from a business perspective. The mobile gaming market in China is enormous, with games like Honor of Kings hosting tournaments with prize pools exceeding $5 million. Since the launch of VALORANT and VCT China in 2024, the game has garnered a substantial Chinese fan base, as evidenced by the significant Chinese presence at events like Masters Bangkok.
What to Expect from VALORANT Mobile
Based on the available information, VALORANT Mobile isn’t just a simple port of the PC version. It appears to be a comprehensive adaptation designed specifically for the mobile platform, much like Call of Duty Mobile, which established itself as a standalone title rather than merely a mobile version of its console counterpart.
The game is being co-developed by Tencent’s Lightseed and Quantum Studios, the same teams behind successful mobile adaptations like PUBG Mobile and League of Legends: Wild Rift. This collaboration suggests that VALORANT Mobile could potentially be one of the most polished mobile tactical shooters ever created.
While we await more details about the game’s features, maps, and agents, the upcoming Tencent Spark event on April 21 will likely provide substantial information about what players can expect from VALORANT Mobile. For fans of the tactical shooter, this pre-registration announcement marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the VALORANT universe.
As the mobile gaming industry continues to grow, valued at approximately $44.8 billion in 2024, VALORANT Mobile represents both a strategic and monetary opportunity for Riot Games to expand its reach in the competitive gaming landscape. Whether it will achieve the same level of success as its PC counterpart remains to be seen, but the initial steps appear promising.
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