Riot Games is finally making serious moves in the mobile gaming space with Valorant Mobile, and fans might not have to wait much longer. While the official global release date hasn’t been confirmed, new developments suggest that the mobile version of the hit tactical shooter could debut before the end of 2025 — starting with China.
First Launch in China: Beta in June, Tournament in July
Riot Games officially announced Valorant Mobile for China in April 2024, confirming that development is being handled by LIGHTSPEED Studios, the Tencent-owned team behind PUBG Mobile. The game has since opened pre-registrations exclusively for the Chinese market.
A closed beta is expected to begin in June 2025, with the first national tournament scheduled for July, held in partnership with OnePlus Ace 5 Pro. The event will give players a chance to experience the game before launch and is expected to be a major showcase for Valorant Mobile’s competitive potential.
Expected Release Date: November 25, 2025?
According to a listing on the Chinese iOS App Store, Valorant Mobile is set to release on November 25, 2025. The app is currently in a “pre-order” phase and appears only when the region is set to Mainland China. While Riot Games has not officially confirmed this date, it’s the first concrete release window to surface publicly.
Leakers caution that this could be a placeholder, but the presence of multiple supported languages in the app listing has sparked hope for a broader international release not long after China.
What to Expect from Valorant Mobile
Riot describes the game as aiming to deliver “a creative competitive stage, allowing players to fully demonstrate smooth operations and precise shooting.” This suggests that Valorant Mobile will closely mirror the PC version in its tactical gameplay, agent abilities, and high-skill ceiling — but redesigned for touch controls.
With LIGHTSPEED Studios at the helm, expectations are high for a polished and competitive experience, especially with mobile FPS games thriving in global esports.
Will Valorant Mobile Release in India?
The involvement of Tencent’s LIGHTSPEED Studios raises questions about whether the game will make it to India, given past bans on Tencent-associated titles like PUBG Mobile. Riot has yet to confirm if India will be part of the initial global rollout.
For now, Riot has stated that global release plans will be announced after the Chinese launch, meaning Indian gamers will need to stay tuned for future updates.
Final Thoughts
With pre-registration live in China, a beta and tournament lined up, and a potential release date in November, Valorant Mobile is closer than ever. Whether you’re a longtime PC player or just stepping into the world of tactical shooters on mobile, this could be one of 2025’s most important game launches — especially for fans of mobile esports.