April 24, 2025 Emily Chen Tournament Analysis

Valorant Masters Tokyo – Meta Breakdown

Valorant Masters Tokyo – Meta Breakdown

Meta Evolution

The Tokyo Masters showcased a significant shift in the Valorant meta, with teams favoring aggressive compositions and innovative utility usage.

Agent Preferences

Jett remained a staple pick, but the emergence of Harbor as a viable alternative to traditional controllers surprised many analysts.

Strategic Innovations

Teams demonstrated new post-plant setups and retake strategies that will likely influence competitive play for months to come.

Regional Differences

The tournament highlighted distinct regional playstyles, with NA teams favoring aggressive pushes while EMEA teams showed more methodical approaches.