Valorant Patch 9.06 - Agent Tier List

In this tier list, we'll rank all Agents in Valorant Patch 9.06 from best to worst, so you can find your perfect match on the battlefield.

Valorant Patch 9.06 - Agent Tier List
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Valorant Patch 9.06 is here, and although there aren't that many changes this time, apart from some bug fixes and Agent updates, the latter is enough to switch the ranking charts.

In this guide, we'll rank all Agents in Valorant Patch 9.06 from best to worst, so you can pick the best fighter for your next adventure. Let's get started!

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Tier List Explanation

Valorant Patch 9.06 - Agent Tier List
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The 5 tiers used to divide all Agents in Valorant are the following:

  • S-Tier - The best Agents to start ranking up with
  • A-Tier - Overall strong and effective performance
  • B-Tier - Although lacking sheer power, they’re a solid choice in the right hands
  • C-Tier - Decent performance but with a lot of limitations
  • D-Tier - Weak and not recommended for ranking up

The list ranks all Agents from best to worst for Patch 9.06, following the order with S-Tier Agents being the strongest and D-Tier Agents being the weakest.

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Valorant Patch 9.06 S-Tier Agents

Valorant Patch 9.06 - Agent Tier List
Jett

Jett remains the strongest Agent in Valorant for Patch 9.06, as she's perfect for fighting with knives. Unfortunately, if you're looking for a team player, she's not the best choice.

PROS:

  • Exceptional mobility
  • Diverse abilities

CONS:

  • Limited utility for the team
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Reyna

Reyna is great for aggressive fights. She deals insane amounts of damage, but just like Jett, she is mostly useful for solo play.

PROS:

  • Quick reposition after kill

CONS:

  • Limited utility for the team

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Clove

Clove is the first non-binary Agent in Valorant, and they're suitable for tactics and aggressive strategies. They also have some of the best abilities for controlling the game and providing support.

PROS:

  • Abilities that surprise the enemy

CONS:

  • Difficult to master
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Sova

Everybody loves Sova and his information-gathering abilities. Once you learn how to control him, you'll become the master of the battlefield.

PROS:

  • Area denial
  • Reckon Bolt doesn't get destroyed by Vyse's Shear

CONS:

  • Less effective in defensive situations

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Cypher

Cypher is very good at map control and surveillance. His traps are effective against all enemies, but you should be aware that once you put them down, you cannot change their position.

PROS:

  • Information gathering
  • Trapwire no longer breaks windows when placed too close

CONS:

  • Vulnerable to enemy attacks
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Raze

If you want to break through enemy defenses, Raze is perfect for you. She's the best Agent to rank up with, and although she isn't as unpredictable anymore, she can deal a lot of damage.

PROS:

  • Forces reposition of the enemy

CONS:

  • Difficult to control

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Valorant Patch 9.06 A-Tier Agents

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Iso

Players who have precise aim will benefit a lot from Iso, but keep in mind that mastering him is quite the challenge.

PROS:

  • Complex abilities and advanced tactics

CONS:

  • Difficult to master
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Sage

Sage can heal herself and her allies in any situation. She's a valuable team player, but she becomes too vulnerable while healing.

PROS:

  • Team support

CONS:

  • Vulnerable when healing

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Omen

Omen is always a good choice if you're looking to deal damage. You'll get a lot of kills with him, but you should be careful because he's too vulnerable to enemy attacks.

PROS:

  • Versatile teleportation abilities
  • New voice lines added

CONS:

  • Enemies hear the sound of his teleportations
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Chamber

Yes, Chamber isn't the best in terms of team utility, but he has good teleportation skills that can surprise his enemies and take the game to the next level.

PROS:

  • Useful for aggressive play
  • Trademark no longer breaks windows when placed too close

CONS:

  • Less effective in defensive situations

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Neon

Neon has a huge damage output, and she can shoot lasers. Moreover, she has no equal when it comes to speed and interfering with the enemy's vision.

PROS:

  • Deals a lot of damage
  • Fast Lane breaks the window only if its initial cast center point hits it

CONS:

  • Players need to adjust their aim according to their speed
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Gekko

Gekko is a versatile character who allows players, and especially beginners, to explore different roles on the battlefield.

PROS:

  • Massive damage in a vast area
  • Wingman doesn't get stuck in a loop

CONS:

  • Long recharge time

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Valorant Patch 9.06 B-Tier Agents

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Phoenix

Although Phoenix is predictable, he's a strong duelist. If you're not afraid of experimenting and trying to switch things up, don't hesitate to choose him.

PROS:

  • Great head-on engagement
  • Blaze breaks the window only if its initial center point hits it

CONS:

  • Vulnerable to enemy attacks
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Killjoy

Just like Sova, Killjoy can gather information, and she can use a lot of traps to control the map. However, her setup time is too long.

PROS:

  • Deals significant damage

CONS:

  • Requires a lot of team coordination

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Yoru

Yoru is the master of misdirection. He creates chaos on the battlefield and confuses his enemies, but he's too difficult to master.

PROS:

  • Excellent at flanking enemies
  • Abilities for decoys and illusions

CONS:

  • Difficult to master
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Vyse

Vyse uses liquid metal and deals damage like nobody's business! She's the newest character on the roster, and Valorant Patch 9.06 fixed her Arc Rose ability, making it unusable on invalid objects. Moreover, her Shear no longer blocks bullets and people while respawning.

PROS:

  • Diverse abilities

CONS:

  • Wall visuals need improvements

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Skye

Skye can track her opponents and heal herself. Although she has a lot of potential, she requires too much teamwork.

PROS:

  • Healing abilities
  • Map control

CONS:

  • Limited defensive utility
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Breach

Breach might have some great advantages, such as his long-range stun capabilities, but he relies too much on coordination.

PROS:

  • Powerful crowd control
  • Casts abilities through Vyse's Shear

CONS:

  • Lacks mobility-enhancing abilities

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Valorant Patch 9.06 C-Tier Agents

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KAY/O

KAY/O has neutralizing abilities, and he excels at pushing through defenses or taking charge of the team. However, he is often left vulnerable when trying to escape.

Valorant Patch 9.06 - Agent Tier List
Viper

Viper could be a solid choice since she deals massive damage with her poisonous gas and environmental manipulation. Unfortunately, she is too difficult to get used to.

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Valorant Patch 9.06 - Agent Tier List
Deadlock

Deadlock is one of the most balanced Agents in Valorant, but her defense abilities aren't the best. She is generally considered to be a less effective fighter. In Valorant Patch 9.06, her Sonic Sensors skill no longer stays active after she's killed.

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Fade

Fade has unique skills that can deafen her opponents and impair their vision, but just like many other Agents, she has abilities that are too specific.

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Valorant Patch 9.06 D-Tier Agents

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Brimstone

Brimstone has very powerful area denial abilities, and his UI targeting is better than ever. Unfortunately, his disadvantage remains his predictability. Valorant Patch 9.06 updated his Orbital Strike's AoE windup and activation to be slightly directional toward the origin of the AoE.

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Astra

Astra can control the area very well, and she helps a lot in strategic play, but she needs too much team communication to become effective.

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Harbor

Harbor's effectiveness is often debated among Valorant players, and currently, he is still at the bottom of the tier list, even though he has some amazing vision-blocking abilities.

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Valorant Patch 9.06 All Agents Ranked

Valorant Patch 9.06 - Agent Tier List
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It's important to note that rankings may vary on different websites. That's why it's always a good idea to experiment until you find the fighter that fits your gameplay style best.

Here's a summary of all Agents in Valorant Patch 9.06 and their respective tiers.

Tier Agents
S-Tier Jett, Reyna, Clove, Sova, Cypher, Raze
A-Tier Iso, Sage, Omen, Chamber, Neon, Gekko
B-Tier Phoenix, Killjoy, Yoru, Vyse, Skye, Breach
C-Tier KAY/O, Viper, Deadlock, Fade
D-Tier Brimstone, Astra, Harbor

Have fun and good luck on your next adventure! For more information about Valorant, you can check out this article.

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