Notes on Making Headshots in Valorant

Introduction

• Importance of headshots in Valorant for efficient and satisfying kills.
• Acknowledgment of the difficulty many players face in achieving headshots.
• Overview of common mistakes and tips to improve headshot accuracy.

Mistake 1: Holding Angles Incorrectly

• Example: Holding angle in garage on Haven.
• Common player mistake: Aiming directly at the wall instead of slightly away from it.
• Tip: Aim a little away from the wall to allow enemies to walk into crosshair for easier shots.

Mistake 2: Spraying Instead of Aiming

• Many players spray as soon as they see an enemy without aiming for the head.
• Tip: Take time to aim for the head rather than spraying blindly.
• Example of using a slow approach for a secure headshot.

Mistake 3: Flicking Technique

• Common misconception: Flicking is just moving the mouse directly to the target's head.
• Tip: Use two motions for flicking:
  1. Move your arm towards the target.
  2. Use fingers for micro-adjustments to accurately aim at the head.
• Reference to learning this technique from Coach Compecky.

Mistake 4: Inaccurate First Bullet

• Reason: First bullet inaccurate when peeking due to player movement.
• Tip: Learn to counter-strafe:
  • Press opposite strafe key briefly (A or D) before shooting for accurate first shots.
  • Recommended practice in deathmatch to develop muscle memory for counter-strafing.

Warm-up vs. Aim Training

• Warm-up (e.g., deathmatches) helps get into the flow but does not equate to aim training.
• Aim Training Tips:
  • Analyze your aim after sessions.
  • Create specific aiming tasks.
  • Consider getting a coach for guidance.

Consistency in Crosshair Placement

• Importance of maintaining crosshair at head level.
• Players often become sloppy during gameplay.
• Tip: Focus on crosshair placement during competitive games to improve headshot rates.

Bullet Mechanics

• Every gun has first bullet spread; the Classic has one of the worst.
• Tip: Use guns like Phantom and Vandal for better accuracy at long range.

Time Investment in Aim Development

• Developing aim takes hours of practice and time in competitive games.
• Importance of aiming routines and game time over short-term training.

Conclusion

• Encouragement to try out aim training routines and focus on crosshair placement.
• Reminder that improvement takes time and consistent effort.