How to Defuse on Valorant?

Defusing the Spike in Valorant is a high-pressure moment that can decide the outcome of a round. Here’s what every player should know to master this crucial task.

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How to Defuse the Spike

• Approach the Spike: Once the attacking team plants the Spike, defenders must reach it within 45 seconds—the time it takes for the Spike to detonate.
• Start the Defuse: Stand within the Spike’s white circle and hold down the default “4” key (unless you’ve changed your keybinds). You don’t need to look directly at the Spike—just be inside the defuse zone.
• Defuse Duration: A full defuse takes 7 seconds of uninterrupted action. A progress bar will appear, with a clear halfway checkpoint at 3.5 seconds. If you’re interrupted after reaching halfway, your next attempt will resume from that point, not the beginning.
• Audio Cues: The Spike emits beeping sounds that increase in frequency as detonation approaches. The last 7 seconds are marked by rapid, triple beeps—if you haven’t started defusing by then, it’s too late to save the round.
• Faking the Defuse: Tapping the Spike (briefly starting and stopping the defuse) creates the same audio cue as a full defuse. This tactic can bait lurking attackers into revealing their positions, but it’s risky if time is short.
• Teamwork: Teammates can cover you or take over the defuse if you’re interrupted. Communication and coordination are key, especially in the final seconds.

Tips for Successful Defuses

• Check for Enemies: Always scan for lurking attackers before committing to a full defuse.
• Use Utility: Employ abilities like smokes or flashes to obscure yourself while defusing.
• Listen Closely: Use the beeping pattern to judge how much time remains and decide whether to stick the defuse or save your weapon.

Special Note: Some agents, like Gekko, can use abilities to defuse the Spike remotely, but the core mechanics remain the same for most players.

Mastering the timing, audio cues, and mind games around the Spike defuse is essential for every Valorant defender. In the end, knowing exactly how and when to defuse can turn the tide of any match.