The battlefield in VALORANT is about to get a whole lot louder. During the thrilling grand finals of VALORANT Masters Santiago, Riot Games officially unveiled Miks, the newest Controller agent joining the tactical shooter’s growing roster.
Hailing from Croatia and powered by sonic energy, Miks brings a rhythm-driven playstyle that blends battlefield control with team support. His reveal cinematic also debuted a new track, “Clarity (VALORANT x BUNT. Remix),” a reimagined version of the iconic hit by Zedd, remixed by rising DJ and producer BUNT..
With music at the core of his identity, Miks introduces a fresh, energetic dynamic to VALORANT’s strategic gameplay.
Meet Miks: The Sonic Controller Changing the Tempo
Miks enters the game as a Controller agent, designed to shape the battlefield while empowering teammates through sound-based abilities.
Known for his vibrant personality and passion for music, Miks channels sonic energy to synchronize his squad and disrupt enemies. His toolkit mixes traditional Controller mechanics like smokes with new support-focused and crowd-control abilities, making him a versatile pick for coordinated teams.
According to Riot Games’ developers, music was central to designing both Miks’ character and gameplay mechanics.
Jonny Altepeter, Lead Music Supervisor at Riot Games, explained the inspiration behind the reveal cinematic:
“With Miks, we wanted to lean into his vibrant sonic identity and build something that matches his presence in-game.”
The cinematic features BUNT.’s remix of “Clarity,” bringing a nostalgic yet modern sound that reflects the agent’s high-energy theme.
Music Inspired the Sound Design of Miks’ Abilities
The design team at Riot Games took a unique approach to crafting Miks’ gameplay audio.
Kevin Meier, Game Designer on VALORANT, shared that the process actually began with music composition.
“We approached the sound design of Miks’ abilities by first creating music, then extracting the most vibey elements and building the sound effects from there.”
Music also plays an important role in Miks’ personal story. Before joining the VALORANT Protocol, his life revolved around music, shaping the social, uplifting personality players will experience both in gameplay and future lore expansions.
Miks Abilities Explained
Miks brings a toolkit that blends team buffs, crowd control, healing, and classic smoke utility, offering new tactical possibilities for coordinated squads.
Harmonize
- Equip Harmonize and target an ally to activate Combat Stim on both Miks and the chosen teammate.
- The buff refreshes every time a kill is secured.
- Alternate fire grants Combat Stim only to Miks.
This ability encourages aggressive team pushes and rewards coordinated eliminations.
M-Pulse
- Equip M-Pulse and toggle between Concuss or Healing modes.
- Throw the device to send out waves of sonic energy on impact.
Depending on the selected mode, M-Pulse can either:
- Concuss enemies, disrupting their movement and aim
- Heal allies, providing supportive utility during intense fights
This dual-purpose gadget adds significant flexibility to Miks’ playstyle.
Waveform
Waveform gives Miks his core Controller smoke ability.
PC Controls
- Equip a map targeter
- Set smoke locations with primary fire
- Deploy smokes using alternate fire
Console Controls
- Equip the map targeter
- Set locations using alternate fire
- Deploy smokes with primary fire
Like other Controllers, Waveform allows teams to block vision and control key areas of the map.
Bassquake (Ultimate)
Miks’ ultimate unleashes powerful sonic force.
When activated, Bassquake sends a blast of Sonic Radiance forward that:
- Knocks enemies back
- Deafens opponents
- Slows affected players
This ultimate can break defensive setups, disrupt pushes, or create openings for decisive team plays.
New VALORANT Season 2026 // Act 2 Content
Miks arrives as part of Season 2026 // Act 2, introducing additional cosmetic content for players to unlock.
The update includes the Blackthorn Collection, along with a brand-new Battlepass featuring rewards such as:
- Soulburst Bandit
- Dragon Gate Phantom
- Flick of the Wrist Player Card
- And more cosmetic items
These additions arrive alongside gameplay updates designed to keep VALORANT’s competitive experience fresh.
Miks Release Date in VALORANT
Players won’t have to wait long to try the new agent. Miks officially joins the roster on March 18, 2026, launching with Season 2026 // Act 2 in VALORANT.
With his unique sound-powered abilities, support mechanics, and team-oriented gameplay, Miks could quickly become a fan favorite among players looking to set the tempo of the battlefield.
