By sticking to the manual cleanup techniques and reinstallation steps provided in this guide, you can resolve most common game problems without putting your system's security or your game account at risk.
: Deletes temporary files stored in %USERPROFILE%\AppData\Local\VALORANT and %USERPROFILE%\AppData\Local\Riot Games .
If issues persist, reinstalling Vanguard (via C:\Program Files\Riot Vanguard\uninstall.exe ) is a clean, safe method. VALORANT CLEANER.bat
: The primary purpose of a "cleaner" script is to remove files, directories, or registry entries that are no longer needed. In the context of VALORANT, this could be used to remove configuration files, saved games, or other data associated with the game.
Using a downloaded .bat file from an untrusted source is extremely dangerous. Since batch files can execute any command with administrator privileges, they can be used to: Uninstall and Reinstall Games - VALORANT Support By sticking to the manual cleanup techniques and
:: 2. Flush DNS (Fixes "Version Mismatch" or connection errors) echo [2/5] Flushing DNS and resetting network... ipconfig /flushdns ipconfig /registerdns ipconfig /release ipconfig /renew netsh winsock reset echo Done.
When you run the VALORANT CLEANER.bat script, it executes a series of commands that are predefined within the batch file. These commands are designed to interact with the VALORANT installation directory, performing specified actions such as file deletion, modification, or data reset. : The primary purpose of a "cleaner" script
Flushing DNS caches or temporary shader files to theoretically improve frame rates. The Conflict with Riot Vanguard
Aggressively cleaning shader caches can actually make VALORANT run worse . Shaders are re-cached during gameplay, leading to severe stuttering until the game rebuilds its cache files. Why You Shouldn't Use Automated Cleaners