Riot Games today unveiled the latest map, Corrode, as part of Season 2025 // Act IV in VALORANT. The new map transports players to a unique, climate-ravaged version of Omega Earth, where a historic French castle town has been transformed into an industrial Radianite salt mining facility. The map combines medieval architecture with industrial equipment, offering a visually striking and tactically-controlled environment that promotes a more strategic and controlled gameplay experience.

Corrode Map Features

The Corrode map comes with the following key features:

• 2 Spike Sites

• 3-lane layout for a more balanced map flow

• Layered defenses and fall-back positions for tactical depth

• Reduced overwhelming ability aggression, allowing for a more controlled environment in terms of map design

Corrode will be available immediately in the competitive pool starting on June 25. In the first two weeks of the map’s release, players will have a 50% reduction in RR loss for losses, while still earning 100% RR for wins. This helps players practice and familiarize themselves with the map in a competitive setting without the risk of deranking. Additionally, a dedicated Corrode queue will be available in Swiftplay from June 25 through June 30.

Phaseguard Collection and Battlepass

In addition to the new map, Season 2025 // Act IV also introduces the Phaseguard Collection, a futuristic skinline designed for tactical precision. This collection features the following:

• Vandal

• Outlaw

• Ghost

• Bulldog

• Splitter (a new melee skin)

The new Battlepass will also offer exclusive items, including the 5 Years: Kill All Radiants Card, the Bonsai Gun Buddy, and the ATLAS // CMD Vandal among others.

Launch Dates

• Season 2025 // Act IV will go live on June 25.

• The Phaseguard Collection will be available starting June 26.

The launch promises to bring exciting changes to the VALORANT universe, with a fresh map and exclusive cosmetics, all designed to elevate the player experience in the coming months.