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VALORANT Patch 12.10 – Share Replays with Friends, Masters London Pick’Ems, New Skirmish Maps

“It’s a light patch this time around,” but replay sharing and Pick’Ems make it a must read for competitive fans.

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VALORANT Patch 12.10 – Share Replays with Friends, Masters London Pick’Ems, New Skirmish Maps

 

Patch 12.10 is here, and while it’s a lighter update, it brings several highly requested features. Replay sharing finally lets you watch your friends’ matches directly from their Career page. Masters London Pick’Ems return for the Swiss Stage, and two new Skirmish maps (D and E) are now available.

 

 

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“It’s a light patch this time around,” but replay sharing and Pick’Ems make it a must‑read for competitive fans.

🚀 VALORANT Patch 12.10 – Share Replays with Friends, Masters London Pick’Ems, New Skirmish Maps

 


1. Replay Friend Sharing – Finally Here

FeatureDetail
What it doesAccess and watch your friends’ replays for Competitive, Unrated, Swiftplay, Premier, and Custom games.
Where to findTheir Career page (under match history).
Custom gamesRequires lobby owner to enable recording in Custom options before the match starts (must be re‑enabled for each new game).

“Replays are now accessible through your friends’ list!”

Why this matters: You can now review your duo’s clutch rounds, analyze mistakes together, or just watch a friend’s insane ace without needing them to send a file. A massive quality‑of‑life win for coaching and community.


2. Masters London Pick’Ems – Predict and Win

FeatureDetail
Start dateMay 27 (PT)
StageSwiss Stage (8 teams)
How to playPick which teams advance from Swiss groups; bonus points for predicting a flawless 2‑0 team
RewardsExclusive title for participating; additional prizes based on leaderboard ranking

Pick’Ems are available in‑client and on the web. Even casual viewers can earn a title just for playing – no perfect predictions required.


3. New Skirmish Maps – D & E

Two new Skirmish maps join the rotation for both 1v1 and 2v2 modes. Both feature ramps for more peek angle variety.

MapKey Feature
Skirmish DRamps, varied elevation
Skirmish ERamps, varied elevation

Additionally, all selectable agents in Skirmish: Ascension are now available even if you haven’t unlocked them – no more being locked out of certain agents in the mode.


4. Bug Fixes Highlights

 

 

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Hero / ModeFix
MiksM‑Pulse healing no longer persists on enemies after they exit range; fixed animation cancel and alt‑fire form bugs.
HarborReckoning no longer disappears early when spamming cast button.
Skirmish 2v2Timer stuck at 0.5 seconds in overtime – fixed.
GameplayFixed bug allowing players to kill enemies from spawn during buy phase (hotfixed in 12.09).
StoreBundle details now display correctly on VCT bundle purchase confirmation page.

5. Premier Schedule Adjustments (PC Only)

The playoffs schedule for V26A3 Contender and Invite divisions has been confirmed:

  • First round of playoffs: June 20
  • Teams that advance: Return on June 21 for the next matchup

Check the client for zone‑specific start times.


6. Console Only – Store Fix

Fixed a clipping issue when confirming a gun buddy purchase from the Battle Pass.


7. Summary – Key Changes

CategoryMain Updates
ReplaysWatch friends’ matches from Career page
EsportsMasters London Pick’Ems (Swiss Stage)
SkirmishMaps D & E added; all agents unlocked in Ascension
Bug fixesMiks, Harbor, Skirmish timer, spawn kill exploit
PremierPlayoffs June 20–21
ConsoleStore clipping fix

8. BuyCarry Team’s Take

Patch 12.10 is light on balance changes but heavy on features that improve the competitive experience. Replay sharing is a game‑changer for coaching and community clip sharing. Pick’Ems add a fun layer to watching Masters London.

What we love:

  • Replay friend sharing – finally, no more requesting files or awkward screen shares.
  • All Skirmish agents unlocked – removes a weird restriction that made the mode less accessible.
  • Pick’Ems – even if you don’t watch pro play, a free title is a free title.

For our clients:

  • Need help analyzing your own replays? Our coaches can review your matches with you.
  • Want to climb ranks using the new replay sharing? We offer duo coaching sessions.
  • Looking to win your Pick’Ems? We can provide tournament insights.

Final verdict: A small but mighty patch. Replay sharing alone is worth the update. Go watch your friends’ aces – or let us help you create your own.


🚀 Want to climb using replay sharing or win your Pick’Ems? Our coaches and boosters are ready – contact BuyCarry!

9. FAQ – VALORANT Patch 12.10

  • Q1: How do I watch a friend’s replay?
    A: Go to their Career page (from friends list) and click on a match in their match history.
  • Q2: Can I watch replays of custom games?
    A: Yes, but the lobby owner must enable recording in Custom options before the match starts.
  • Q3: What are Masters London Pick’Ems?
    A: A prediction game for the Swiss Stage of Masters London. Earn a title just for playing, plus additional rewards based on accuracy.
  • Q4: Do I need to own agents to play them in Skirmish: Ascension?
    A: No – all selectable agents are now available even if unlocked, for both 1v1 and 2v2 modes.
  • Q5: When are Premier playoffs?
    A: First round June 20, advancing teams play June 21.
  • Q6: Can BuyCarry help me improve using replay sharing?
    A: Yes – our coaches can review your replays (or your friends’) and provide detailed feedback. Contact us.

Source: Riot Games – VALORANT Patch Notes 12.10, May 27, 2026.