The Best VALORANT Gun Skins of 2021
In 2021, the competitive scene of VALORANT saw significant growth with teams from all regions competing to be the best. The game also received numerous new weapon skins, providing players with a wide variety of options to match their style. Here are some of the standout gun skins from 2021:
Glitchpop Vandal – 2175 VP
The Glitchpop Vandal is a futuristic skin with three unlockable variants. It features unique sounds and animations, making it a standout choice for players who want to make a statement.
Prime 2.0 Phantom – 1775 VP
The Prime 2.0 Phantom is a sleek and simple skin that looks great on any weapon. While we can’t prove it improves your aim, it’s definitely a popular choice among players.
Infantry Operator – 875 VP
The Infantry Operator skin line brings World War II-themed weapons to VALORANT. The Infantry Operator is a classic design that gives players a deadly sniper feel, and it’s one of the best affordable Operator skins.
Magepunk Ghost – 1775 VP
The Magepunk Ghost combines modern technology with retro designs, adding a touch of magic to VALORANT. Players can upgrade the skin to change the color, making it a standout choice.
Nunca Olvidados Frenzy – 1275 VP
The Nunca Olvidados skin line celebrates the Mexican holiday, Día de los Muertos. The Frenzy skin features light and dark themes that change based on the player’s surroundings, making it an exciting choice.
SPECTRUM Classic – 2675 VP
The SPECTRUM skin bundle, in collaboration with DJ Zedd, offers unique details and a custom song when inspected. The SPECTRUM Classic is a great choice to start a game with a bang.
Infantry Guardian – 875 VP
The Infantry Guardian is an M1-Garand-inspired rifle with a noticeable ping sound when bullets run out. It’s a powerful rifle with a deadly design.
Arcane Sheriff – 2,380 VP
The Arcane Sheriff is a unique skin that was part of the Arcane Collector’s Set promotion. Inspired by the League of Legends-inspired Netflix show, it features a special shooting animation.
Radiant Crisis 001 Bucky – 1775 VP
The Radiant Crisis skin bundle brings a comic book art style to VALORANT. The Bucky skin is a standout choice with its silver 2D design.
Sentinels of Light Ares – 2175 VP
The Sentinels of Light skin line offers a perfect cosmetic choice for the deadly Ares machine gun. It’s part of a crossover event between different Riot titles.
Prime 2.0 Odin – 1775 VP
The Prime 2.0 Odin adds a sophisticated look to the massive weapon, with gold accents that make it a standout choice.
SPECTRUM Bulldog – 2675 VP
The Bulldog is a reliable weapon for budget rounds, and the SPECTRUM Bulldog skin offers a fantastic cosmetic upgrade that matches the rest of the bundle.
RGX 11z Pro Stinger – 2175 VP
The RGX 11z Pro skin line features transparent parts, offering a unique visual for players looking to match their in-game cosmetics with their gaming setup. The Stinger is an excellent choice for this skin line.
Recon Spectre – 1775 VP
The Recon bundle adds a sense of realism to VALORANT with colors reminiscent of Call of Duty. The Spectre skin is a low-key option that still looks great.
Magepunk Marshal – 1775 VP
The Magepunk Marshal enhances the often overlooked rifle with fantastic visual upgrades, making it a deadly choice in the right hands.
Outpost Judge Episode 02: Act 1 Battle Pass
The Outpost skin line offers a unique look with green liquid flowing through each weapon. While it was exclusive to the Episode Two: Act One Battle Pass, it’s not a major loss for players looking for a rifle.
Genesis Shorty – Episode 03: Act 3 Battle Pass
The Genesis skins in the Battle Pass were some of the best of 2021, and the Shorty offers a great option unlocked at a low tier level.
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