Weapons

Choosing a Valorant crosshair for each weapon type

Valorant lets you use one crosshair across many weapons, but different guns reward different visual priorities. A Vandal rewards first-bullet confidence, Phantom needs tracking visibility during sprays, Sheriff needs a clear center point, and shotguns benefit from a shape that does not feel too tiny at close range.

Vandal

Vandal players should favor a clean, centered profile. Use short inner lines, low offset, and no movement or firing error for ranked play. A small center gap helps you see the enemy head while still giving a strong reference for tap bursts.

Phantom

Phantom is more forgiving during controlled sprays, so visibility during tracking matters. Slightly longer inner lines can help you keep center during close and medium-range fights. Avoid a crosshair that is so thin it vanishes during Viper, Omen, or Astra utility.

Sheriff and Guardian

These weapons reward deliberate single shots. Dot or compact inner-line profiles work well. If you use a dot, keep it small enough that it does not cover the head at distance. If the dot feels hard to find, add outlines or pair it with very short lines.

SMGs and machine guns

Spectre, Stinger, Ares, and Odin often involve more tracking and spray transfer. A slightly larger crosshair helps with target awareness. Static crosshairs are still recommended because expanding error feedback can make long sprays visually noisy.

Shotguns

Shotguns are used at close range, where the exact pixel center matters less than fast target acquisition. An open crosshair or box-like style can feel comfortable. Keep the shape readable, but do not make it so large that it hides shoulder peeks or close corner movement.

Snipers

Operator, Outlaw, and Marshal rely heavily on scoped visuals. Your hip-fire crosshair still matters for movement, quick reactions, and sidearm swaps. A minimal profile keeps the screen clean without distracting from scope play.