After trying out the different agents on the new map, Abyss, Kanga – VALORANT ranks all the agents based on their utility and how well they fit the map design. The video focuses on solo queue ranked play and disregards the current meta. Let’s dive into the rankings!
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Key Takeaways:
- Kanga – VALORANT ranks the agents based on their utility and how well they fit the design of the new map, Abyss.
- Controllers: Brimstone and Viper are ranked lower due to their limited range on the map. Omen and Astra are better options.
- Sentinels: Sage, Killjoy, and Cypher are viable choices, but Deadlock and Chamber stand out due to their abilities to control areas on the map.
- Initiators: Fade and Sova struggle on Abyss, while Skye, KAY/O, and Breach excel in different ways.
- Duelists: Phoenix and Reyna are weaker picks, while Yoru, Jett, and Raze shine with their mobility and ability to take advantage of the map’s verticality.
Controllers:
Kanga – VALORANT ranks Brimstone and Viper as the worst controllers on Abyss due to their limited range and inability to effectively cover main choke points. Astra and Omen are better options, with Omen being a popular choice in ranked play. However, Harbor is ranked as the best controller for Abyss due to his ability to bend walls and attack the sides.
Sentinels:
Sage is considered the weakest pick among the sentinels, but still a viable option with her wall and healing abilities. Killjoy and Cypher are on the same tier, with Killjoy struggling to find value on the large map. Deadlock is ranked above Cypher due to her ability to section off enemies and cover a large area with her net. Chamber, with his operator-like ultimate, is considered the highest-rated sentinel on Abyss.
Initiators:
Fade is ranked as the worst initiator on Abyss due to the map’s size, making it difficult for her to find value with her abilities. KAY/O and Sky are in the middle ground, with KAY/O being a more simple and versatile choice, while Sky offers more recon and flash tools. SOVA is considered very strong on Abyss, with his darts providing great range and post-plant potential. Breach is ranked as the strongest initiator due to the narrow areas and execute-heavy style of the map, making his abilities highly effective.
Duelists:
Phoenix and Reyna are ranked lower among the duelists, but still viable options. Yoru, Jett, and Raze are considered the best duelists for Abyss, with their mobility and ability to take advantage of the map’s verticality. Jett, in particular, excels with her ability to updraft and perform skill jumps.
Overall Rankings:
Kanga – VALORANT’s overall tier list for Abyss suggests the ideal team composition to be Breach, Cypher, Sova, Jett, and Deadlock. However, other agents like Omen and Harbor are also strong choices. The rankings prioritize utility and map fit over the current meta. The video concludes by inviting viewers to share their thoughts on which agents they think will dominate the meta on Abyss.
