Twitch, the world's leading video game live streaming service, has revolutionized how gamers engage with one another. One of its standout features is its Twitch Drops program, which rewards viewers with exclusive in-game loot for watching their favorite streamers. Today, we're delving into Valorant, the tactical shooter from Riot Games, and exploring how Twitch Drops have enhanced the gameplay experience.
Dubbed "Gift Drops," Valorant's Twitch Drops system offers viewers a chance to earn unique in-game content, such as player cards, sprays, skins, and more. Here, we'll walk you through everything you need to know about Valorant Twitch Drops, starting with how to link your game account to your Twitch profile.
Setting Up Valorant Twitch Drops
Before you can start earning Gift Drops, you'll need to connect your Valorant and Twitch accounts.
1. Visit the link your accounts page on the official Valorant website.
Linking Your Accounts
Follow these steps to link your accounts:
- Sign in to your Riot Games account.
- Click on "connect" next to your Twitch username (or connect your Twitch account if not already linked).
- Confirm the connection in the Twitch pop-up window.
Ensuring You're Eligible for Drops
Once your accounts are linked, double-check that you're eligible to receive drops:
- Make sure you're watching a stream that has "Drops Enabled" in the title.
- Keep an eye on the Pink 'Viewing' panel on the left side of the stream. It should show the list of drop milestones and their progress.
Earning and Redeeming Gift Drops
Now that you're set up, let's dive into earning and redeeming your hard-earned Gift Drops.
Earning Gift Drops
Earning Gift Drops is easy. Simply watch your favorite Valorant streamers who have enabled drops for their streams. The more you watch, the better your chances of getting a drop:
- Watch for 2 hours to earn a _player card.
- Watch for 4 hours to earn a spray.
- Watch for 6 hours to earn an event-specific spray or mini player card.
Redeeming Your Gifts
Once you've earned a drop, it will appear in your Valorant inventory. To equip and use it:
- Launch Valorant and visit the Collections tab in the lobby.
- Select the Gift Drops section.
- Equip your earn�d gift.
Percentage-Based Drops
Some streams may offer percentage-based drops. Here's how they work:
Participating in Challenges
Some streams may have drop challenges. To participate:
- Look for the challenge prompt during the stream.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the challenge.
Claiming Percentage-Based Drops
Once the challenge is over, you could get a percentage-based drop. If you do, you'll see a % next to your reward in the inventory.
To claim your reward:
- Click on the item in your inventory.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to claim your reward.
Remember, you might not get a drop every time you watch. It's all part of the excitement! Keep watching your favorite streamers, and you might just get that rare skin you've been eyeing. Happy viewing, and good luck!