passviewed

Passviewed is a term that emerged in early 2023 within online gaming communities, specifically relating to the game Valorant. It describes a situation where a player is perceived to have had their ability to use a particular agent's ultimate ability, or "ult," unfairly hindered or prevented. This often occurs due to the strategic positioning of opposing players or the clever use of abilities by the rival team, effectively "viewing" and negating the opportunity for the ultimate to be deployed effectively.

The concept of passviewed is not a formal game mechanic but rather a community-coined phrase to articulate a specific type of tactical counterplay. It highlights the importance of awareness and reaction time in Valorant's gameplay. When an agent's ultimate is passviewed, it means the opposing team has anticipated or reacted to the ultimate's activation or intended use in such a way that it becomes ineffective or impossible to execute, often resulting in the loss of a valuable resource for the player.

Players often express frustration when their ultimates are passviewed, as it can significantly impact the outcome of a round or even a match. The term underscores the dynamic nature of Valorant's tactical shooter genre, where foresight, map control, and coordinated team play are crucial for both offensive and defensive strategies. Understanding and preventing one's ultimate from being passviewed is a key skill for improving players.