No one likes giving up in a competitive match, but sometimes it’s the best option. Whether a teammate has disconnected, your team is being heavily outplayed, or everyone simply wants to move on to the next game, Valorant allows players to surrender and end the match early.
This guide explains how surrendering works and when you can use it.
Can You Surrender in Valorant?
Yes. Valorant allows players to initiate a surrender vote in several game modes, including Unrated and Competitive.
However, surrendering isn’t available immediately. You’ll need to wait until enough rounds have been played before the option becomes available.
How to Surrender a Match
Follow these steps to start a surrender vote.
Step 1: Open the Chat
During a match, press Enter to open the in-game chat.
Step 2: Type the Surrender Command
Type either of the following commands:
/ff/forfeit/surrender
All of these commands will start a surrender vote.
Step 3: Wait for Your Team to Vote
Once the vote begins, your teammates will receive a prompt asking whether they want to surrender.
Players can vote to either:
- Accept the surrender.
- Reject the surrender.
If the required number of players agrees, the match will end immediately and your team will receive a loss.
If the vote fails, the match continues as normal.
When Can You Surrender?
You cannot surrender during the opening rounds of a match.
The surrender option only becomes available after the required number of rounds has been completed. If you attempt to start a vote too early, the command won’t work.
If you enter the command during an active round, the surrender vote will begin at the start of the next round.
Can You Surrender More Than Once?
No.
If your team’s surrender vote fails, you’ll need to wait before another vote can be started. Valorant limits how often surrender votes can be initiated to prevent players from constantly interrupting the game.
Should You Surrender?
Surrendering isn’t always the best decision.
Many Valorant matches have dramatic comebacks, especially after switching sides. Before voting to surrender, consider:
- Is your team communicating?
- Has a teammate disconnected permanently?
- Are players still trying to win?
- Is the score close enough for a comeback?
If everyone on your team has mentally checked out or you’re playing with a permanent disadvantage, surrendering may save time and let everyone move on to the next match.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does surrendering count as a loss?
Yes. A surrendered match is recorded as a loss and affects your match history just like losing normally.
Can you surrender in Competitive mode?
Yes. Competitive matches support surrender voting once the required conditions have been met.
Can one player force the team to surrender?
No. Starting a surrender vote only initiates a team vote. The match will only end if enough teammates vote in favor of surrendering.
What commands can I use?
You can use any of the following chat commands:
/ff/forfeit/surrender
They all perform the same function.
Final Thoughts
Knowing how to surrender in Valorant can save time when a match has clearly become unwinnable. Simply open the chat, type /ff, /forfeit, or /surrender, and let your team decide through a vote.
That said, don’t give up too quickly. Some of Valorant’s most memorable victories come from incredible comebacks, and sticking with the match may sometimes be the better choice.
