Valorant Store Not Loading: How to Fix the Issue

Are you a fan of Valorant, one of the most popular games worldwide? If so, you may have encountered a frustrating issue where the Valorant store fails to load, leaving you unable to purchase any items. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Many players have experienced this problem. In this article, we will discuss various methods to fix the Valorant store not loading issue in Windows 11.

Adding Valorant Files to the Antivirus Exception List

One possible reason for the Valorant store not loading is that the game’s executable files are mistakenly identified as harmful by certain antivirus software, such as AVG and Avast. To resolve this, you can add the Valorant executable files to the exception list of your antivirus. Here’s how:

1. Open the settings of your antivirus software.
2. Look for the option to “Add Exception” in the settings menu.
3. Browse the directory of Valorant and add the following files:
   • C:RiotGamesVALORANTLiveShooterGameBinariesWin64UnrealCEFSubProcess.exe
   • C:Riot GamesVALORANTlivevalorant.exe
4. Save the changes and restart your PC.

Removing Compatibility Mode

Another method to fix the Valorant store not loading issue is by removing the compatibility mode of Valorant. Follow these steps:

1. Right-click on the Valorant app and select “Properties.”
2. Go to the Compatibility tab.
3. Uncheck the option “Run this program in compatibility mode.”
4. Save the changes and try launching the game again.

Changing DPI Settings

If the previous methods did not solve the issue, you can try changing the DPI settings of Valorant. Follow these steps:

1. Right-click on Valorant and select “Properties.”
2. Go to the Compatibility tab and click on the option “Change high DPI settings.”
3. In the DPI settings, enable the option “Override high DPI scaling behavior.”
4. Click OK to save the changes.
5. Close the properties window.
6. Launch Valorant and check if the store loads properly.

Bonus Tip: Hovering Mouse as a Quick Fix

If you are still encountering the black screen issue when accessing the Valorant store, here’s a helpful tip that works for many users. After clicking on the store option and seeing a black screen, hover your mouse over the “back” button for 2-3 seconds, then move the mouse away. Repeat this action for the other options in the store. This simple trick has resolved the store loading issue for many players.

Reinstalling Valorant

If none of the previous methods worked, you can try reinstalling Valorant. Follow these steps:

1. Completely uninstall Valorant using a tool like Revo Uninstaller.
2. Download and install Revo Uninstaller (free version).
3. Select Valorant and Riot Games one by one, right-click, and choose the option to uninstall.
4. Once uninstalled, scan for any remaining registry files and delete them.
5. Restart your PC.
6. Visit the official Riot Games website to download the Valorant installer.
7. Install the game and try accessing the store again.

If these methods still fail to resolve the Valorant store not loading issue, you may need to wait for the next update from Riot Games to fix the problem.

That’s all you need to do to fix the Valorant store not loading issue in Windows 11. If you encounter any difficulties or have alternate solutions, feel free to share them in the comments section. Let’s help each other solve the “Valorant store not loading” error and ensure an enjoyable gaming experience for all.

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FAQ

Q: How to fix the “This build of Vanguard requires TPM 2.0 and secure boot” error?

In order to play Valorant on Windows 11, both TPM and Secure Boot need to be enabled. To do this, access your BIOS menu and locate the TPM and Secure Boot options. Enable both of them and make sure to disable CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to find the Secure Boot option in the BIOS menu. For a detailed guide, refer to “This Build of Vanguard Requires TPM Version 2.0”.

Q: How to fix Valorant point store not working?

To fix the Valorant point store, you need to change the DPI settings of Valorant. Right-click on the Valorant app, select “Properties,” go to the Compatibility tab, and click on the option to change DPI settings. In the DPI settings, enable the option “Override high DPI scaling behavior” and save the changes.

Q: Does Valorant require Secure Boot and TPM 2.0 to play the game?

If you want to play Valorant on Windows 11, Secure Boot and TPM 2.0 are necessary requirements. However, you can still install Windows 10 and play Valorant without enabling the Secure Boot option and TPM 2.0.