ACS: What is Average Combat Score in Valorant?

ACS, short for Average Combat Score, is a key performance metric in Valorant that measures how well a player performs in a match. It represents the average number of points a player earns per round based on their in-game impact. 

These points come from kills, damage dealt, multi-kill rounds, and objective actions like planting or defusing the spike. A higher ACS generally means a player is contributing more to their team’s success, either through strong mechanical play or consistent impact in fights.

Unlike kills or K/D ratios, ACS paints a broader picture of a player’s effectiveness. For instance, players who deal heavy damage or secure trade kills still gain points even if they don’t finish every fight. This makes ACS a more balanced indicator of performance than raw stats. It helps players understand how much value they bring to each round, beyond just getting eliminations.

In competitive play, ACS is often used to compare players within the same match or to evaluate overall consistency across games. Top fraggers and duelists usually have the highest ACS since their roles involve direct engagements, but support players can still maintain solid scores through assists and utility damage.