Riot has finally revealed all the changes coming to the Lotus map withValorantEpisode 8 Act 1’s release. Here’s everything you need to know.
The plant sites of Lotus have undergone significant changes, with more corners introduced along with changes in approach and strategies. With that said, here’s a rundown of every change in Lotus in Valorant Episode 8 Act 1.
Here are all the Lotus changes you can expect with Patch 8.0, starting JAN 8. ⬇️pic.twitter.com/IARzrJbonz
All Lotus map changes in Valorant
The first change to Lotus’s A site is near A main. The oblique beside A Link has now been replaced by a deep corner with a couple of boxes, ideal for defenders to hold angles.
Speaking of the A Link, defenders will now have much more estate as the connector has been expanded. The left side of the door (from B site) has a new area, which attackers will need to be very careful about.
Valorant patch 8.0 also reworks the A Hut, where it’s now enclosed and the space in between will no longer be present.
The first two changes within the B site are the reduced boundaries to plant the spike and an extension towards B Main.
Attackers will now have to work harder to take control of B site and plant the spike. Good news for Defenders though, as they have a new corner to catch enemies off guard.
The C site in Lotus has undergone heavy changes. The spike planting area is now extended towards the stairs while reducing the part that was near C Hall.
The stairway in C site has been expanded further towards C Bend, this is where the new spike planting area is. There are now four boxes stacked (2×2) instead of two next to the pillar.
So, there you have it — those are all the changes that are coming to Lotus in Valorant Episode 8 Act 1. For more aboutthe game, be sure to check our other Valorant tips, guides, and content:
Sourav Banik was a Games Writer on Dexerto’s UK team, specializing in FPS games. He is an expert in Call of Duty, Valorant, XDefiant, The Finals, Rainbow Six, Baldurs Gate, Diablo, and Apex Legends. He also has bylines at Sportskeeda.
