The upcoming Patch 9.08 is set to bring significant changes that may disappoint Cypher mains. The developers are focusing on balancing out Cypher, especially on his strongest map, Sunset. Recognizing that Cypher may be a bit overpowered on the B site, Riot Games is implementing changes to address this issue.
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Cypher has always been a popular pick on Sunset in the pro scene, dominating the Valorant tier list for this map. His ability to defend sites surpasses any other sentinel agent. It has become common practice to counter Cypher early in the drafting phase with agents capable of breaking his traps. With the upcoming changes, defending the site as Cypher will become more challenging.
Sunset changes targeting Cypher
Changes at the B site entrance involve the removal of defensive boxes that allowed players to take advantageous positions. These adjustments will impact the post-plant strategies on the site significantly.
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A new cubby has been added near the middle pillar, providing attackers with a safer planting spot and better post-plant positioning options, reducing the risk of being spammed through smoke.
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Additional changes will include new walls and box relocations to shake up gameplay dynamics on the map. These adjustments aim to create new strategies and fresh challenges for players.
While some fans express disappointment over the changes, others believe it will bring positive shifts in gameplay and encourage diversity in agent selections on Sunset.
The changes are scheduled to roll out with Patch 9.08, alongside a new map pool rotation featuring Split and Pearl. Fans eagerly anticipate how these adjustments will impact the competitive meta and look forward to exploring new strategies with the altered map dynamics.
