# VALORANT skin collection releases

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> Updated: 2026-08-17T13:51:51.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2.

In late July 2026, rumors circulated regarding a potential release of a VALORANT Neo Frontier 2.0 skin bundle, which was expected to feature an Old West and sci-fi aesthetic including a lasso melee skin.

By mid-August 2026, Riot Games officially announced the Aeris Collection to launch with Season 2026 Act 5. This confirmed collection features a fantasy theme centered on enchanted cards, providing skins for the Vandal, Bandit, Guardian, and Marshal, alongside a transforming melee weapon and a special easter egg involving ‘Riftbound: League of Legends’ trading card game variants.

On August 17, 2026, Riot Games launched Season 2026 // Act 5 and the 13.04 update. The Aeris Collection includes the ‘Suit of Aeris’ melee weapon, which transforms between a dagger, sword, and greatsword during attacks. The bundle also features custom animations, a unique finisher involving floating cards, and a new interactive Flex item. The 13.04 patch also introduced a new Battlepass, implemented map rotations for Competitive and Deathmatch modes—including the addition of Abyss to the competitive pool—and addressed technical bugs related to agents such as Deadlock and Cypher.

## Claims

- Riot Games is releasing the Aeris Collection for VALORANT. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The Aeris Collection includes skins for the Vandal, Bandit, Guardian, Marshal, and a melee weapon. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- VALORANT Season 2026 Act 5 begins on August 18, 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The collection features a 10% chance to trigger an easter egg that replaces the standard deck with Riftbound: League of Legends cards. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- A new Battlepass will be available alongside the Aeris Collection. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- There is a 10% chance to trigger an easter egg that replaces the standard deck with Riftbound: League of Legends cards. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- A new Battlepass will be available alongside the collection. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-17: Riot Games launches VALORANT Season 2026 Act 5 and Aeris Collection

Riot Games has released VALORANT Season 2026 // Act 5, featuring the magical card-themed Aeris Collection and the 13.04 update, which includes bug fixes and new map rotations.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/riot-games-unveils-aeris-collection-for-valorant

### 2026-07-27: VALORANT Neo Frontier 2.0 Skin Bundle Rumored for Late July 2026

Riot Games may launch a VALORANT Neo Frontier 2.0 skin bundle in late July 2026, featuring two weapon skins, a lasso melee, and an estimated price of 5,000–6,000 VP.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valorant-neo-frontier-20-skin-bundle-rumored-for-late-july-2026

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