Riot Games is once again leveling up the intersection of music and esports with the official reveal of VALORANT Champions 2025’s anthem, “Last Shot.” Set to debut live at the opening ceremony of the Paris finals on October 5, 2025, the track is a collaboration between Canadian artist 347aidan and rising duo templuv (Julian Conner and Brodin Plett)—the latter an avid VALORANT player and content creator with OfflineTV.
Here’s what makes this announcement more than just another tournament track: “Last Shot” is a true “love letter” to the game’s global community. The song’s lyrics reflect the raw emotion and adrenaline of VALORANT’s most intense clutch moments, while the cinematic video captures those split-second, game-defining decisions that millions of fans know firsthand.
“We’ve been playing since beta, so getting a chance to contribute to this universe was a full-circle moment,” templuv said. That insider perspective shines through—their track isn’t just background music, but a genuine expression of what drives players and fans alike.
Riot’s Lead Music Supervisor, Jonny Altepeter, hit the nail on the head: “templuv and 347aidan have created something truly special… Their sound feels deeply rooted in the spirit of VALORANT, blending intensity and heart in a way that resonates with players and fans alike.” That’s not marketing fluff—it’s a nod to the real, personal connection that’s built between the game and its community through moments both in and out of the server.
How Riot’s Music Strategy Is Changing the Game
This year’s anthem follows a tradition of standout tracks that have become as anticipated as the tournament itself. Previous entries include “SUPERPOWER” (Julie & Natty of Kiss of Life, Mark Tuan), “Ticking Away” (Grabbitz & bbno$), and “Fire Again” (Ashnikko). Each has helped elevate VALORANT from a competitive shooter to a global cultural phenomenon.
The “Last Shot” music video will be released globally alongside the track’s launch on all major streaming platforms. It’s a move that goes hand-in-hand with the live performance at Paris’ Accor Arena, turning the finals into a must-watch for music lovers as well as esports fans.
The Champions Paris Stage
Speaking of the stage, VALORANT Champions 2025 will take place at Paris’s Accor Arena from October 3–5, 2025. Sixteen of the world’s best teams will compete on one of esports’ biggest platforms—a tournament that’s grown from its Berlin 2021 debut into a global juggernaut, with 2024’s finals drawing more than nine million concurrent viewers.
2024’s record-breaking audience may have set a high bar, but Paris 2025 is poised to go even bigger. With a live anthem debut, cinematic visuals, and a global music release, VALORANT Champions continues to redefine what it means to be a premier esports event.
What This Really Means
This isn’t just a tune to hype up the crowd. VALORANT’s music strategy is a blueprint for how modern esports can engage, entertain, and unite audiences worldwide. The anthem, the live performance, and the global release are proof that Riot Games sees music and esports as inseparable—a mindset that’s paid off in both community loyalty and industry clout.
October 5 in Paris will be more than a grand final—it’ll be a celebration of how far VALORANT has come, and a preview of where it’s headed. For players, fans, and everyone in between, “Last Shot” is a signal: VALORANT isn’t just a game, it’s a movement—one that’s pulsing to the beat of a new anthem.