You Downloaded Valorant on the Wrong Drive? Don't Panic (Yet)!
Let's be honest, folks. We've all been there. You're hyped to jump into Valorant, crush some heads, and climb the ranks. But then, disaster strikes! You realize you accidentally installed the game on your grandma's old photo archive drive (respect the memories, but seriously?). Don't fret, Valorant warrior! We can fix this situation without resorting to carrier pigeons or smoke signals.
Here's how to change your Valorant install path and get back to dominating the competition in no time:
Method 1: The Classic Cut and Paste
This method is as smooth as Jett's dash. Here's what you gotta do:
- Locate the Intruder: Channel your inner detective and find the Valorant folder. It's usually hiding somewhere deep in your Program Files (unless you told it otherwise during installation).
- The Big Snip: Right-click that Valorant folder and the Riot Client folder (they're best buds, don't separate them!). Choose "Cut" – think of it as giving them a one-way ticket to a new home.
- Finding Paradise: Navigate to your desired location, like a drive with plenty of space. Right-click and choose "Paste." This is their new Valorant vacation spot.
- Reuniting the Crew: If you don't have the launcher or Riot Client anymore (oops!), head over to [playvalorant.com] and download them again.
- Advanced Options: Your New Best Friend: During installation, click the magical "Advanced" button. This is where you choose the new location for Valorant, like picking the perfect spot on a beach towel.
Method 2: Editing Text Files (For the Adventurous Agent)
This method is a bit trickier, so grab your trusty recon drone (aka a good internet connection) for backup.
- The Great Folder Migration: Follow steps 1-3 from Method 1 to move those Valorant folders.
- Digging Deep: Head into the new Valorant folder and navigate to the "live" folder. Copy the entire address of that "live" folder.
- Playing with Notepad: Press Windows Key + R to open the Run menu. Type "%programdata%" and press Enter. This might take you to some never-before-seen corners of your PC.
- Finding the Right File: Find the "Riot Games" folder and open the "RiotClientInstall.json" file with Notepad (or any other text editor you prefer).
- Replacing the Code: Look for a line that says something like "installLocation". Replace the path after the colon with the address you copied from the "live" folder earlier. Save the changes.
Remember: Whichever method you choose, make sure to restart your PC afterwards. This ensures everything settles in its new home and avoids any technical tantrums.
Bonus Tip: If you're feeling fancy, you can rename the new Valorant folder to something cooler, like "Valorant - Destroyer of Enemies" (just kidding, maybe don't do that).
## Frequently Asked Valorant Pathfinding Questions
How to check my current Valorant install path?
Open the Riot Client settings, click on Valorant, and look for the "Install Location" section.
How to uninstall Valorant completely?
Go to your Control Panel or Settings (depending on your Windows version), find "Programs and Features," locate Valorant, and click "Uninstall."
How to choose a new drive for Valorant installation?
During installation, click on "Advanced" and choose your desired drive from the dropdown menu.
How to avoid accidentally installing Valorant on the wrong drive again?
Double-check the installation path before clicking "Install." Maybe even write yourself a friendly reminder note!
How to show off your mad Valorant skills after successfully changing the install path?
Head into a game, dominate the competition, and type "GG EZ New Drive Who Dis?" in chat (use this one with caution).
