What Does ESR Stand For in Valorant?
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Hey VALORANT players and aggressive entry mains! Let’s talk about a stat that often flies under the radar but plays a huge role in successful attacking rounds: ESR.
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If you’ve ever wondered what sets apart a great site entry from a wasted push, ESR is the number to watch.Â
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Let’s break down what Entry Success Rate means and how it highlights the true value of entry fraggers.
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What Does ESR Mean in VALORANT?
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ESR stands for Entry Success Rate — a performance stat that tracks how effective a player is when taking first contact during an attack.
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It’s especially relevant for duelists and aggressive players who initiate engagements.
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Rather than focusing solely on kills, ESR captures the full impact of an entry. That includes winning opening duels or simply creating enough pressure to let teammates move into position.
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What ESR Measures:
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- Success during the first moment of contact
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- Value beyond just kills — includes space created and pressure applied
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- The ability of a player to contribute to successful site control
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- Usually shown as a percentage (e.g., 60% ESR means 6 out of 10 entries resulted in team advantages)
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How the Concept of ESR Came About?
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While ESR isn’t officially tracked by Riot Games, it grew out of the VALORANT and broader FPS community’s need for better role-specific stats.
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The idea stems from sports analytics, where effectiveness is often measured by position or responsibility.
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As tactical shooters evolved:
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- Teams began looking for more detailed ways to evaluate players
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- Entry fraggers, in particular, needed a better metric than K/D ratio
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- ESR was adopted informally as a standard among analysts, coaches, and top-level players
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It quickly became a popular way to assess how consistently a player’s entries lead to team benefits.
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How ESR Is Used in VALORANT?
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ESR shows up in many aspects of the game, especially in team discussions, strategy building, and post-game breakdowns. Here are a few examples:
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- Player Evaluation: “Our Neon has a 64% ESR on Haven — she’s opening rounds reliably.”
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- Tactical Review: “We’re struggling to crack B site. Let’s look at our ESR from those rounds.”
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- Role Decisions: “On Fracture, your high ESR makes you the best option to entry A site.”
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- Match Analysis: “Despite the loss, our Jett maintained a 68% ESR — she did her job well.”
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- Team Comparison: “Team Blue’s ESR is stronger overall, which gives them more control early in rounds.”
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- Self-Improvement: “After focusing on timing and utility, my ESR went up from 52% to 61%.”
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- Commentary: “Check how that Breach flash supports the entry — this kind of setup boosts team ESR.”
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Key Terms Linked to ESR
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When talking about Entry Success Rate, you’ll often hear related concepts that provide more context:
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- Entry Fragger: The front-line attacker who pushes first to challenge defenders.
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- Trade Kill: A follow-up kill after a teammate is taken out — critical for maintaining pressure and momentum.
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- First Blood: The first kill in a round, usually tied closely to entry success.
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- Space Creation: Forcing defenders to reposition or fall back, allowing attackers to gain ground.
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- Site Take: A coordinated move to seize control of a bomb site.
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- Utility: Abilities like flashes, smokes, or walls are used to support safe entries and increase ESR.
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Whether you’re leading the charge into sites or setting up your entry for success, understanding ESR gives you insight into the rhythm of attack rounds.Â
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It’s not just about who gets the first kill — it’s about setting the pace, opening the map, and giving your team a real chance to win the round.
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Keep an eye on your ESR. Every smart entry, successful duel, or well-timed push adds to your impact — and your team’s momentum.
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