Welcome to Patch 2.0
Agents, the wait is over! Patch 2.0 has arrived, bringing some of the most exciting updates to PALORANT yet. This patch introduces a brand-new agent, Vice, along with stunning new skins, expansive maps, and a variety of improvements to enhance your experience. Let's dive into what's new in the world of PALORANT!
Vice Joins the Team
The highlight of this patch is undoubtedly the introduction of Vice, our latest controller agent. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and a strategic mindset, Vice is ready to dominate the battlefield. With abilities like Tactical Override, Recon Surge, and their ultimate System Crash, Vice brings a new level of tactical depth to the game.
Whether you're locking down a site, gathering intel, or disrupting enemy plans, Vice is a versatile addition to any team. Make sure to check out our detailed breakdown of Vice's abilities and lore in the Agent Reveal article.
New Skins: Echelon Collection
Patch 2.0 also introduces the Echelon Collection, a sleek new line of weapon skins inspired by futuristic tech aesthetics. This collection features glowing accents, dynamic visual effects, and customizable color schemes to let you stand out on the battlefield.
The Echelon Collection includes skins for some of your favorite weapons, along with an exclusive melee weapon: the Echelon Blade. As always, these skins are available in the store and can be unlocked through the PALORANT Battle Pass.
New Maps: Perel and Brizik
Get ready to explore two brand-new maps, Perel and Brizik, designed to challenge your strategic thinking and adaptability.
Perel takes players to a sprawling lunar base, featuring open sightlines, verticality, and dynamic environmental hazards. This map is perfect for long-range skirmishes and creative use of agent abilities.
Brizik is set in a fortified desert stronghold, with narrow corridors, hidden passages, and destructible barriers that encourage high-stakes close-quarters combat.
Both maps are now live in the standard map rotation, so gear up and start exploring!
More Features and Improvements
In addition to new content, Patch 2.0 brings several quality-of-life updates and balance changes:
- Weapon Adjustments: Minor tweaks to the Vandal and Phantom to ensure balanced performance across all ranges.
- Ping System Upgrade: Enhanced clarity and additional context options for faster team communication.
- Bug Fixes: Resolved issues with hit registration, matchmaking, and various agent abilities.
We've also made performance optimizations to ensure smoother gameplay, even in high-action moments.
See You on the Battlefield
That's all for Patch 2.0! Log in now to experience the new content and updates firsthand. We'll see you in the game, Agents—good luck, and stay sharp!
