Patch 12.05 VALORANT Assist banners

VALORANT Patch 12.05 Makes Key Changes Beyond Agent Updates

Ashish Jha

Modified - Mar 17, 2026, 03:59 PM

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Summary

In this article, we cover VALORANT Patch 12.05 gameplay updates and the new modes.
Assist banners and status effect tags improve clarity and teamwork during fights
Knockout mode adds fast matches with revives and a fresh gameplay experience

Riot Games released the latest Patch 12.05 for Valorant today, March 17. The new update brings changes to gameplay systems, maps, and modes. The developers have also released numerous bug fixes. This update focuses on improving the overall gameplay experience with better clarity during fights. Features such as assist banners and a clearer HUD improve screen visibility. That said, here's everything you need to know about Patch 12.05 VALORANT Assist banners.

Gameplay Systems Updates

The official VALORANT Patch 12.05 release date was today, March 17, 2026. The notes are already available on the official website. These were the main changes revealed in the latest Patch 12.05 for Valorant:

VALORANT Assist banners: The Patch 12.05 VALORANT Assist banners feature is a big change. When your utility or damage helps a teammate secure a kill, a banner appears on your screen showing your contribution. It even includes a small audio cue.
Killfeed updates: Now, your team can see who assisted a kill. It includes the agent icon and the ability used. This change is visible only to your team.
VALORANT Status Effect Tags update: This change makes the HUD cleaner. Buffs appear on the left side, while debuffs show on the right. If multiple effects are active, you can quickly see which ones are affecting you and for how long.
Observers and spectators upgrade: Ability map targeters, such as smokes and ult placements, are now visible in spectator view and replays, making it easier to follow the action.

If you're looking for the VALORANT Agent updates, then do not worry. We have covered them separately on our official website.

Modes Updates

The patch also introduces a VALORANT new Limited Time Mode called Knockout.

It is a 5v5, round-based mode in which every kill can revive a fallen teammate.
There is no economic system here in this new mode, as players choose their loadout every round, and weapons improve as the match progresses.
The map is divided by a centre line, and teams can push forward by capturing orbs that expand their territory.
Each round runs for 3 minutes, and the first team to win 4 rounds wins the match. Since matches last only around 8 to 15 minutes, the mode is fast and easy to play.

The devs also mentioned that All Random One Site and Skirmish 2v2 have been removed from play in this update. VALORANT patch notes 12.05 also brings map rotation changes, as Lotus returns with key A-site updates.