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Arena of Valor

Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch • 2015

Should you play it?

Experience Arena of Valor, an epic new 5v5 multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) designed by Tencent Games! Call on your teammates to join you in the jungle! Crush your enemies in classic 5v5 combat in real time! Draw first blood, carry your team, and become legendary in the arena!

What works

  • Accessible and polished moba gameplay
  • Large and diverse hero roster
  • Strong competitive and ranked systems
  • Regular content updates and events
  • Cross-platform availability including mobile and switch

Things to keep in mind

  • Input delay and control issues on some platforms
  • Steep learning curve for new players
  • Limited in-game communication tools on switch
  • Grinding required to unlock heroes without spending
  • Occasional server instability in some regions

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Arena of Valor: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Status, Fellowship, Domination. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Cooperation, Fantasy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Exploration.

Last update: 02/09/2026