The competitive map pool in VALORANT will undergo changes with the release of the upcoming patch 9.08. Some maps will be removed from the queue while others will be reintroduced.
Thanks to reliable leakers, we already have information about the competitive map pool in VALORANT Patch 9.08. Let’s take a look at the list of maps where you can compete for rank in the next patch.
VALORANT Patch 9.08 Competitive Map Pool
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The following maps will be part of the ranked mode in the VALORANT 9.08 update:
- Abyss
- Ascent
- Bind
- Haven
- Pearl
- Split
- Sunset
Here are the maps that will be removed from the competitive map pool in the upcoming patch:
- Lotus
- Icebox
- Breeze
- Fracture
In addition to the map changes, the next patch is expected to introduce a new bundle named Doombringer, featuring a skin collection for Phantom, Odin, Judge, Sheriff, and a Hammer melee weapon.
Release Date and Time for VALORANT Patch 9.08
VALORANT Patch 9.08 will launch alongside Episode 9 Act 3 on October 23, 2024. While Riot Games has not officially confirmed the release date, the above information is based on leaks. The update is anticipated to go live at the following times:
- Pacific Time (PT): 2:00 PM
- Mountain Time (MT): 3:00 PM
- Central Time (CT): 4:00 PM
- Eastern Time (ET): 5:00 PM
- BrasÃlia Time (BRT): 6:00 PM
- British Time (BST): 10:00 PM
- Central European Time (CET): 11:00 PM
- Eastern European Time (EET): 12:00 AM
- Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST): 7:00 AM
- Japan Standard Time (JST): 6:00 AM
- Indian Standard Time (IST): 7:30 AM
- China Standard Time (CST): 6:00 AM
Players should be prepared for server downtime prior to the update release, during which matches cannot be played. Additionally, ranks may reset at the end of the act, so it’s advisable to reach your desired rank before the current act concludes.
