VALORANT / WEAPON GUIDE

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Sidearm

A compact two-shot sidearm built for extreme close-range surprises.

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Original editorial profile · Reviewed Oct 27, 2026

WEAPON BASICS

Where this weapon fits

Tight corners and unexpected point-blank defensive angles.

PRACTICAL AIM TIPS

How to use it

Hold a position that forces enemies to enter the shotgun’s effective distance.

TRADEOFFS

What to watch out for

Its short practical range makes open-lane fights unreliable.

WEAPON COMPARISON

When to choose something else

Choose it for ambush positioning, not as a direct replacement for Ghost.

Make every round count

Weapon choice is only part of the equation. Learn positioning, aiming and how team credits affect each purchase.

Economy guide

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Ability names and general game rules were checked against publisher materials and version-aware references on October 27, 2026. Strategy is original editorial guidance, not a live tier list. The current client may differ following balance updates.

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