Currencies

Understand Valorant currencies: VP, Radianite Points, and Kingdom Credits. Learn how to earn and spend them to unlock skins, abilities, and more.

Valorant uses a multi-tiered currency system that governs how players acquire various in-game items, particularly cosmetics. Understanding these currencies and how they are obtained is crucial for players who wish to customize their experience or unlock new content. Each currency serves a distinct purpose, from purchasing standard items to upgrading premium ones, offering a layered approach to in-game economy and player progression.

The primary currencies in Valorant are VALORANT Points (VP), Radianite Points, and Kingdom Credits. Each has a specific role in the acquisition and enhancement of cosmetic items and other in-game content. Players will encounter these currencies regularly as they navigate the store and progress through the game's various systems.

Here's a breakdown of each currency:

• VALORANT Points (VP): This is the premium currency in Valorant and is purchased with real money. VP is primarily used to buy premium cosmetic items directly from the in-game store, such as high-tier weapon skin collections, bundles, and sometimes exclusive player cards or other accessories. VP cannot be earned through gameplay; it must be purchased.
• Radianite Points: These are a special in-game currency used to upgrade existing weapon skins. When you acquire a weapon skin that has upgradeable tiers (e.g., visual effects, animations, sound effects, variants), you will spend Radianite Points to unlock these enhancements. Radianite Points can be earned through the Battle Pass, by completing daily and weekly missions, and sometimes through special events or promotions. They are essential for unlocking the full potential of premium weapon skins.
• Kingdom Credits: This is the standard in-game currency that players earn through regular gameplay. Kingdom Credits are awarded for winning rounds, completing matches, and fulfilling daily and weekly missions. They are primarily used to purchase basic weapon skins, Agent abilities, and sometimes Agent unlocks. While not used for the most premium cosmetics, Kingdom Credits are vital for acquiring essential gameplay items and lower-tier cosmetic options.

The interplay between these currencies is important. For instance, you might use VP to buy a premium weapon skin, then use Radianite Points earned through gameplay to unlock its various upgrade paths. Kingdom Credits are essential for ensuring you have the right loadout each round and can unlock new Agents as you progress. Players often strategize their in-game purchases and progression based on how they can best use these different currencies.

Other avenues for acquiring items that might involve currency or its equivalent include:

• Night.Market: A rotating shop that offers select items at a discounted price, often using a special currency or offering a chance to purchase with VP.
• Battle Pass: Progressing through the Battle Pass, especially the premium track, rewards players with a significant amount of Radianite Points, Kingdom Credits, and exclusive cosmetic items.
• Prime Gaming Drops: Occasionally, Prime Gaming subscribers can receive exclusive cosmetic items or currency bundles.

Mastering the acquisition and use of VP, Radianite Points, and Kingdom Credits will allow players to efficiently customize their Valorant experience and unlock the content they desire most.