Valorant’s New MINIMA 2.0 Is Here And Fans Have Mixed Opinions
Find out what the community has to say about the latest new skin, from accusations of copying prime karambit to loving the minimalism design
Valorant’s New MINIMA 2.0 Is Here And Fans Have Mixed Opinions
Minimalism always seems to be the brunt of every joke—mocked for being boring, beige, and soulless, the beige moms don’t help its image. But when done right? You can’t deny the sleekness and Valorant’s new MINIMA 2.0 bundle seems to embody exactly that.
This bundle brings back the brutalist, raw-metal look of the original MINIMA skin line, but with a twist. This time, the skins feature a darker, matte finish with subtle lighting elements and sharp, boxy angles that give off industrial vibes.
Skins Included In The Bundle Are:
New Bundle: MINIMA 2.0 // #VALORANT pic.twitter.com/kD2sR0NmwV
— VALORANT Leaks & News (@VALORANTLeaksEN) April 15, 2025
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Phantom
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Operator
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Spectre
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Ghost
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New Melee (Karambit)
There’s no flashy animation, no over-the-top VFX—just clean, harsh lines. It’s a quiet place for players who prefer understated flair. In the world of Valorant, where skins demand attention, MINIMA 2.0 is a quiet standout. And ironically, that’s both its charm and its flaw. For players who want to feel flashy or assert dominance through visual style, this might come off as a little too muted.
That understated approach brings up the biggest wildcard: pricing. We don’t know the official price yet, but if Riot charges at a premium tier, the lack of finishers, effects, or evolving elements might feel like a hard sell—especially when compared to skin lines like Reaver, Ion, or even Oni, which offer way more visual depth and player feedback. The design is clean, sure, but will that be enough if you’re paying the same price as something that sparkles, hisses, or glows?
Community Reaction
As always, Twitter did not hold back. One user brutally stated, “Seriously, who asked for this shit?”. But there were others who seemed drawn to the skin, with one defending, “This shit goes hard idc what anyone says.”
Despite the conflicting opinions, the majority seemed excited for the upcoming karambit, with one saying, “Is this karambit pretty or am I tripping?”, yet on the same line- other’s pointed out how the karambit resembles the prime karambit to the drop.
While many were appreciative of the karambit, others pointed out the need for a finisher. With minimalist bundles, a finisher is often the make-or-break element for buyers who don’t want to feel like they just bought the IKEA version of a Valorant skin.
Final Thoughts
Whether you love or hate it, MINIMA 2.0 makes a statement. In a market flooded with chaotic, eye-popping skin lines, sometimes going quiet is the boldest move of all. It won’t be for everyone, and that’s the point. But if Riot prices it too high, even the sleekest design might not save it from what’s inevitable.
Written by: Sarah Dar (Writing Intern, India Today Gaming)
