Riot Games is bringing back a fan-favorite with the announcement of the Smite 2 bundle coming to Valorant's Rotating Store on April 1, 2025. The successor to the iconic original Smite collection will be permanently available, alongside free gun buddy promotions for players who participate during specific timeframes.
Free Smite Gun Buddies Available During Limited-Time Events
Riot is offering not one but two free gun buddies to celebrate the Smite 2 launch. All players who log in between April 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM UTC (7:00 AM PT) and April 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM UTC will receive the Blue Smite Buddy at no cost.
For collectors who already own items from either the original Smite or Bolt collections, a special Gold Smite Buddy will be granted between April 24, 2025, at 3:00 PM UTC (8:00 AM PT) and June 1, 2025, at 3:00 PM UTC. This exclusive accessory serves as a reward for long-time supporters of the weapon lines.
What's Included in the Smite 2 Collection?
The Smite 2 bundle features an entirely new lineup of weapons compared to its predecessor, which was originally released on September 23, 2020. The new collection includes skins for the Vandal, Outlaw, Bucky, Ghost, and a Melee weapon (Hammer).
This marks a significant departure from the original Smite bundle, which contained skins for the Classic, Judge, Phantom, Odin, and a Knife melee weapon. According to Riot's announcement, the new bundle is "somehow even better than the first one," suggesting improved visual effects or features.
Complete Skin Collection Comparison
| Skin Collection | Items |
|---|---|
| Smite1 | Classic, Judge, Phantom, Odin, Melee (Knife) |
| Smite2 | Vandal, Outlaw, Bucky, Ghost, Melee (Hammer) |
| Bolt | Phantom, Outlaw, Spectre, Frenzy, Melee (Knife), Bolt Buddy, Bolt Card, Bolt Spray, Bolt Totem |
How Can Players Get These Collections?
The Smite 2 bundle will be permanently added to Valorant's Rotating Store starting April 1, 2025. This means players will have ongoing opportunities to purchase it whenever it appears in their personal store rotation.
For those interested in the Bolt collection, Riot is making it available as a Featured Bundle from April 2, 2025, through April 24, 2025, at 2:00 PM UTC. This limited-time offering gives players a chance to qualify for the Gold Smite Buddy promotion before it ends on June 1.
When Do These Promotions Start and End?
Here's a breakdown of all the important dates to remember:
- April 1, 2025: Smite 2 bundle releases in the Rotating Store (permanent addition)
- April 1-14, 2025: Log in to receive the free Blue Smite Buddy (ends at 2:00 PM UTC)
- April 2-24, 2025: Bolt Bundle available as a Featured Bundle (ends at 2:00 PM UTC)
- April 24-June 1, 2025: Owners of any Smite or Bolt item receive the free Gold Smite Buddy (3:00 PM UTC timeframe)
The timing of this release is particularly notable as it comes nearly five years after the original Smite bundle debuted in Valorant. According to the announcement, the Smite collection has made "an everlasting impact" on the game, which explains Riot's decision to create a sequel bundle.
For more information on these collections and other game updates, players can visit the official Valorant Game Updates page.