Valorant Hush: Release Date, Abilities and How to Unlock

A new agent always shakes up VALORANT, and Hush is built around a simple idea: moving enemies where she wants them. Instead of dashing into a site and hoping for the best, she pulls players out of cover, flashes them from odd angles and lifts entire teams into the air with her ultimate.

This guide was checked on October 22, 2026 against Riot's reveal coverage and several esports outlets. Details that are confirmed and details that are still unclear are listed in separate sections, and we will not guess at numbers Riot has not published.

Who Is Hush?

Hush is a Duelist from Guangdong, China. She is the ninth Duelist in the roster, joining agents like Jett, Raze, Reyna and Iso. Riot unveiled her with a cinematic trailer before the VCT Champions 2026 grand final in Shanghai, which makes her reveal one of the biggest moments of the event.

Her theme is telekinesis. Every ability in her kit either moves objects, moves enemies or moves Hush herself. That gives her a different feel from traditional entry Duelists, who mostly rely on raw movement and self-healing.

Hush Release Date and Time

Hush is scheduled to arrive on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, as part of the first major patch after Champions. Riot patches roll out region by region, so the exact hour depends on where you play.

Several outlets report that North America, LATAM and Brazil get the patch first on October 27, with Europe following early on October 28. Riot has not published one official global hour, so keep an eye on the in-game news panel on patch day.

Hush Abilities Explained

The ability descriptions below match Riot's reveal as reported by Dexerto, Gfinity and Forbes. Credit costs and charge counts had not been published at the time of writing.

Telekinesis (Passive)

Hush can pick up weapons and the Spike and interact with switches from a longer range than other agents. The passive has a cooldown, and objects she can grab glow when it is ready. It sounds small, but grabbing the Spike or a dropped Operator from a safe angle can decide a round.

Displacement (E, Signature)

A projectile she can throw or prep, then steer toward her crosshair. It explodes on impact or after a delay and pulls nearby players toward its center. Anyone pulled into a wall or another player is concussed. It refreshes every two kills, which rewards aggressive play.

Flashbulb (Q)

Works like Displacement but flashes players who are looking at it when it explodes. Because it can be guided, it is useful for curving flashes around corners into tight spaces.

Flow (C)

Hush creates an anchor and propels herself toward it after a short delay. If she uses it in the air, she hovers briefly before moving. Think of it as a grapple without a hook, good for taking off-angles or escaping after a kill.

Suspension (X, Ultimate)

A projectile she sends forward and steers with her crosshair. Reactivating it detonates the blast and levitates every player caught inside, leaving them exposed for a few seconds. Expect it to be a strong retake and post-plant tool.

How to Unlock Hush

• Free recruitment event: New agents come with a recruitment event that lets every player unlock them by earning XP in eligible modes. Riot has not yet confirmed the exact XP target or how long Hush's event will last.
• Buy with VP: You can skip the event and buy Hush instantly with VALORANT Points once she is live. New agents have typically cost 1,000 VP, but check the price shown in your client.
• Xbox Game Pass: Linking an active Xbox Game Pass account gives access to all agents while the subscription is active. It is not a permanent unlock.
• Kingdom Credits: After the recruitment event, agents can also be unlocked with Kingdom Credits earned by playing. Check the in-game price before you plan around it.

If you want to play Hush on day one without grinding the event, topping up VP is the fastest route. On Epinpay you can find VALORANT Points (VP) for different regions with instant digital delivery. Make sure the VP region matches your Riot account before you buy, because codes from another region will not work.

How Hush Might Fit Into Team Compositions

Hush looks like a Duelist who creates space by breaking enemy positions rather than by trading her own life. A few early ideas, which will change once the community gets real games in:

• Entry with an Initiator: Pair Displacement with a recon ability from Sova or Fade. Once an enemy is revealed, Hush can pull them out of their corner for an easy trade.
• Post-plant control: Suspension can lift defenders off the Spike during a retake, buying time for your team.
• Off-angle plays: Flow lets her reach unusual positions quickly. Combine it with Flashbulb to take duels from places defenders do not expect.

For more agent picks and team ideas, see our top VALORANT agents guide, and practice utility setups with our VALORANT lineups guide.

Confirmed vs. Still Unclear

• Confirmed: Hush's name, Duelist role, origin, the five ability names and their basic functions, and the October 27 release date, all from Riot's reveal at Champions Shanghai.
• Not yet published: Credit costs, number of charges, exact recruitment event requirements and the global patch hour.
• Ignore early leaks: Before the reveal, several sites shared ability lists with different names, such as Range Trigger or Charged Roll. These did not match Riot's final kit.

If you are also following competitive changes, our article on VALORANT's rank reset and meta shift covers how bigger updates tend to affect ranked play.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Hush coming to VALORANT?

Hush is scheduled to become playable on October 27, 2026. Some regions, including Europe, may receive the patch on October 28 because of time zones.

What role is Hush in VALORANT?

Hush is a Duelist, the ninth agent in that role. Her kit is built around telekinesis that moves enemies, objects and herself.

Where is Hush from?

Hush is from Guangdong, China. Riot revealed her at VCT Champions 2026 in Shanghai.

What are Hush's abilities?

Her abilities are Telekinesis (passive), Displacement (E), Flashbulb (Q), Flow (C) and her ultimate Suspension (X), which levitates every player caught in the blast.

How do I unlock Hush for free?

Complete her free recruitment event by earning XP in eligible modes after she launches. You can also access her through an active Xbox Game Pass link.

How much does Hush cost in VP?

Riot has not listed Hush's price yet. New agents have typically cost 1,000 VP, so check the price in your client on patch day.