Reyna is back! After a week where Valorant players were forced to find other duelists, Riot Games has brought her back into the game.
They had to pull her out on March 21 because of a bug in Patch 10.05 that messed up her Devour ability, which is a key part of how she stays alive in matches. Needless to say, fans are pretty relieved.
What Happened to Reyna? The Bug That Shook the Meta
The drama began when Patch 10.05 introduced a glitch that threw Reyna’s signature ability off balance. Normally, Devour allows her to heal beyond her base health after securing a kill, a mechanic that defines her aggressive, self-sustaining playstyle.
However, the bug meant her Overheal wasn’t kicking in as intended, leaving players vulnerable in clutch moments. Riot acted swiftly, disabling Reyna across all platforms while they worked on a solution.
The move sparked a wave of frustration among mains who rely on her soul-stealing prowess to dominate matches.
Esports pro T1 Meteor brought the issue to light on March 20 with a viral clip showing him dying to a mere 101-damage shot despite being overhealed to 150 HP. The community rallied behind his call for a fix, amplifying the urgency of the situation.
The next day, March 21, VALORANT’s official X.com account announced Reyna’s removal from all game modes – Ranked, Unrated, and beyond – until the bug could be resolved. During this period, her presence was scrubbed from players’ Career Histories, where her usual icon was swapped for what’s now recognized as early concept art of the agent.
Reactions to Reyna’s return are split. Some, including famed player TenZ, have suggested the game felt more balanced without her.
Reyna Is Back in Valorant
VALORANT confirmed Reyna’s reentry into the game, fully playable once more. The bug that started it all – Devour’s overheal failing to register properly – has been corrected. Now, when Reyna uses the ability, her health boost should work as intended.
This fix is a win for Reyna enthusiasts, as Devour is a cornerstone of her kit, fueling her Duelist role. It’s especially crucial for high-skill players who lean on the overheal to push bold strategies and rack up multi-kills.
Pro teams gearing up for tournaments will also breathe easier, spared from last-minute lineup changes.
Why Reyna Matters
For those new to VALORANT, Reyna’s appeal lies in her simplicity and power. As a Duelist, she’s built for fraggers – players with sharp aim and a thirst for kills. Her abilities, like Leer and Dismiss, complement her Devour and Empress ultimate, making her a one-woman army when mastered. Experts note that her return restores balance to solo queue, where her self-reliance shines, even if she’s less common in coordinated pro play.
The community’s reaction underscores her cultural impact too. Hailing from Mexico, Reyna – real name Zyanya Mondragón – brings a fierce personality that resonates with players worldwide. Her lore, tied to protecting her sister Lucia with harvested life energy, adds depth that fans adore.
Now that she’s fixed, will she dominate ranked even more? Could Riot tweak her further to keep her balanced? For now, players are just happy to have her back. Whether you love her or hate her, VALORANT feels a little more chaotic – and a lot more fun – with Reyna in the mix.
Time to queue up and see if she’s as deadly as ever.