Paper Rex may not have clinched the Masters title in Madrid, but they’ve unquestionably emerged as the darlings of the crowd. Their triumph lies not just in the arena but in the hearts of Valorant enthusiasts worldwide, a sentiment vividly echoed in the staggering surge of Valorant bundle sales attributed to their fervent fan base.
In an announcement last night, Valorant esports head Leo Faria revealed that Paper Rex’s skin bundle is now leading the pack in in-game cosmetics, closely followed by Sentinels. Both teams have actively promoted their bundles on social media and beyond.
While specific sales numbers aren’t available, it’s worth noting that bundle popularity was determined by usage. This means that while Sentinels’ bundle might have sold well, Paper Rex’s bundle saw more widespread use.
This triumph marks a pivotal milestone for PRX, as the Singaporean esports outfit continues to elevate its global brand footprint. Riding high on a wave of successes since last year’s conquest of the Pacific title and an impressive showing at the Champions event in the USA, PRX has solidified its status as a force to be reckoned with.
The team’s commendable performance in the Pacific Kickoff 2024 tournament culminated in a third-place finish in Madrid, with their only defeat coming at the hands of the eventual champions, Sentinels, in a thrilling lower bracket showdown.
However, there’s a strong chance that the Sentinels bundle will surge in sales following their victory at Masters Madrid. It’ll be intriguing to see which team leads in bundle sales before the upcoming VCT event in Shanghai, which might introduce fresh designs.
These VCT skin bundles are part of Riot’s efforts to bolster Valorant esports, with half of the proceeds going to featured teams. Limited-edition in-game cosmetics such as weapon skins, player cards, gun buddies, and sprays are exclusively available during major events like Masters or Champions.
