How to get AP fast in Valorant

Valorant is one of the most popular competitive games around right now. However, before players can start climbing the ranks and winning games, they must first reach the required level. The only way to reach the level required to unlock competitive mode is by gathering the required amount of AP.

However, AP, or Account Points, can be a chore to get, especially if players use the regular methods. Fortunately, we’re here with everything players need to know about getting Account Points in Valorant quickly. This includes highlighting the importance of AP and going through the best modes to play if you want to hit level 20 fast.

So, without further ado, here’s how to get AP fast in Valorant. If you want to unlock competitive without having to grind yourself, you can always hire a professional player from Eloking to give you a hand. Just don’t forget to use the code “BoostToday” when you’re confirming your order.

Account Points (AP) and their importance 

Account Points play an important role in tracking your account’s progression, as well as reaching the levels that are needed for competitive play. AP is gained simply by playing games, and it's essentially a measure of the time a player has poured, also providing an insight into their skill level. 

Players typically earn 10 AP for each minute in-game and winning adds a bonus of 50. A typical match lasts around 30 to 40 minutes and grants 300 to 400 AP depending on its length. Players need 5000 AP to move from one account level to the next meaning they need to play several matches if they want to consistently level up. What makes AP so important for leveling up is that when players reach level 20, they unlock competitive mode.

AP and XP often get confused so it's important to know the difference. AP is used solely for leveling up accounts while XP is mainly used for progressing agent contracts. Daily and weekly missions award XP instead of AP, but that’s not to say that XP gain can't indirectly impact AP gain. This is because the more time a player spends working through XP-focused tasks like missions, the more AP they’ll accumulate through playtime and wins.

Best game modes for AP gain

Choosing the right game mode for AP gain is crucial. Spike Rush and Swiftplay are generally recommended for faster AP gain because they are shorter than traditional matches. Spike Rush is especially praised for its speed and efficiency as it lasts just 4-7 rounds and awards a 50 AP win bonus.

Swiftplay is also a strong option as it offers the same quick format but a slightly longer 5-round win condition. Of course, consistently winning in these modes means quicker AP gain.

Competitive can also be a good option for players who prefer a more traditional gameplay and want to polish their skills while they pile up on playtime. This is not recommended for everyone, but if you’re targeting to prepare for competitive while gaining AP, this can be a good option.

The longer matches can still yield a good amount of AP for players who don't mind the slow grind, and a lot of players choose to go this route for the additional skill value.

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First wins, missions, and XP 

Securing the first win of the day bonus is an effective way to speed up your AP gains, as this awards 1000 AP for the first win each day. This is equal to playing three full Unrated matches without any win bonus. It refreshes within less than a day which gives you the chance to grab it daily. The bonus is available throughout all game modes including Spike Rush so you can capitalize on it without spending much time. 

As mentioned before, gaining XP can indirectly help you gain more AP as the more time you spend completing missions and farming XP, the more AP you'll gain. It essentially works by having an additional objective to work towards and pour more time into the game which is exactly what's needed to increase AP. 

Daily missions can provide small and consistent XP bonuses while weekly missions are a bit more substantial as there are three available each week. By finishing these missions, you’ll be engaged in the game and gaining steady AP through gameplay time and match wins.

Another great tip is to play with friends. Valorant offers XP bonuses while playing with party members, such as 8% with two friends, and a 20% boost with a full party of five. This is recommended for AP gain as playing with friends instead of randoms means you’ll have better synergy and coordination which directly impacts the result of each game. If you have a friend who’s good at the game, play with them for more wins and therefore, more AP gain. 

The usefulness of Xbox Game Pass

One thing many players don’t know is that it’s possible to link a Riot account with an Xbox account. While this usually won’t have any added benefit, those who have an active Game Pass subscription can get various in-game goodies like unlocking every character in the game.

However, the benefit we want to highlight today is the 20% bonus XP players with an active Game Pass subscription get. Pair this with the other methods we’ve listed above and you’ll unlock competitive mode in no time.

Common mistakes that slow you down

One of the biggest mistakes players make is going AFK during a match. This might seem harmless on the surface, but it can quickly lead to penalties or warnings for being inactive, which not only slows down your AP accumulation but even results in temporary suspensions. Another common error is prioritizing maps or modes which aren't ideal for quick AP boosts. Maps that yield faster results and let you secure those win bonuses are ideal as you can start new matches more quickly. 

Another factor that gets ignored a lot is playing during peak hours or on servers with longer queue times. High-traffic hours can sometimes lead to longer matchmaking wait times, which can waste minutes that you could otherwise be spending in-game to rack up AP. Also, some players play on foreign servers to switch up the playstyle of their opponents, but doing so during AP farming is a bad idea, as the additional lag and latency can mess with your performance and result in more losses and missed AP.

FAQs

What level do you need to be to unlock competitive in Valorant?

Competitive mode in Valorant unlocks as soon as the player hits level 20. This ensures the player has enough knowledge of the game to play against similar-level players on an equal level, though those who create smurfs to play with their low-level friends will likely see this requirement as an unnecessary chore.

How many daily missions are in Valorant?

Valorant gives every player three unique daily missions that reward them with AP upon completion. These missions reset every day so players don’t have to worry about running out of them.