The Arcane Pass in Valorant stands out as one of Riot Games’ most celebrated in-game events, inspired by the acclaimed animated series, Arcane. This crossover brought an array of exclusive collectibles and engagement opportunities to the shooter, but acquiring the Arcane Pass (and its rewards) is all about timing and participation.
Here’s a comprehensive look at how players have obtained the Arcane Pass in Valorant—and what’s possible today.
What Is the Arcane Pass?
Released to celebrate Riot’s Arcane series, the Arcane Pass was a special, limited-time event battle pass separate from Valorant’s usual Act passes.
It came packed with ten tiers of Arcane-themed cosmetics, including:
- Cupcake Gun Buddy
- Exclusive player cards (“Welcome to the Undercity,” among others)
- Sprays and titles unique to the crossover event
How Did Players Get the Arcane Pass?
Getting the Arcane Pass was straightforward during its active window:
- Automatic Access: Any player who logged into Valorant during the designated event period automatically received the Arcane Pass for free.
- Earn XP: Progress through the Arcane Pass by playing matches and earning experience, just like a traditional battle pass.
- Complete Missions: Some Arcane-themed cosmetics required completing special missions or participating in Arcane crossover activities.
- Twitch Drops: Select player cards and items could be earned by linking your Riot and Twitch accounts and watching specific Arcane streams.
Event Windows and Limited Availability
The original Arcane Pass was available only between November 5 and November 22, 2021. Once this period ended, the opportunity to unlock the pass and its rewards vanished from the game. The pass and its rewards have not returned for purchase or gameplay since, making them exclusive, legacy content.
Arcane Crossovers Now: Season 2
With Arcane Season 2, Riot Games continues to release Arcane-themed content, but via new avenues:
- Twitch Drops: Tune into the official Riot Games Twitch channel and watch the premieres or select streams to earn exclusive Arcane player cards (e.g., the 2024–2025 Jinx and Vi cards). Players must link their Riot and Twitch accounts and watch for the required time window (typically 30 minutes to 1 hour).
- Collector’s Set: Limited-time paid bundles, like the Arcane Collector’s Set, include cosmetic skins, gun buddies, and sprays. These are only available during the Arcane crossover period and must be purchased as a bundle.
- Timed Missions: New missions related to Arcane might arrive for future crossovers, each with specific rewards.
Can You Get the Arcane Pass Now?
No, the original Arcane Pass and its tiered content are not currently obtainable. Riot has not announced reruns or alternative methods to unlock these legacy rewards. Future collaborations may offer similar exclusive items, so keeping an eye on official Valorant and Arcane channels is key if you don’t want to miss out again.
Pro Tip: Stay Alert for Future Events
Log into Valorant regularly and watch for event news, big Riot crossovers, or new Arcane content. Link your Riot account to Twitch for bonus cosmetic opportunities during live events.
The Arcane Pass symbolizes Riot’s growing connection between its games and media universe. While the original pass is now exclusive to veteran players, future Arcane content will continue to surface—so be ready to jump on these limited-time chances as soon as they’re announced.
Written by:
Christian