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How to Get Smite Knife Gun Buddies

Riot Games has introduced an exciting opportunity for Valorant players, allowing them to obtain two exclusive Smite Knife Gun Buddies at no cost. This promotion includes a regular blue version and a distinctive golden version, both accessible without the need for Valorant Points.

To secure these unique in-game items, players must meet certain eligibility criteria. This initiative not only adds a creative spin on in-game collectible acquisition but also enhances the gaming experience for players seeking to expand their inventory with rare items.

Steps to Acquire the Smite Knife Gun Buddy

To obtain the Smite Knife Gun Buddy, simply log in to Valorant between April 1 and April 14, 2025. During this period, Riot Games automatically adds this item to the player's inventory upon login. This blue-themed buddy requires no additional tasks, purchases, or quests. It's a straightforward process; players just need to access the game once within the specified dates to receive their complimentary reward.

How to Obtain the Gold Smite Knife Gun Buddy

The Gold Smite Knife Gun Buddy in Valorant requires players to fulfill specific criteria. First, players need to own a Smite weapon, which can be either from the original set launched in 2020 or the improved Smite 2.0 version introduced in 2025. These Smite skins stood out due to their distinct design featuring striking blue lightning effects, and they quickly became favorites among players.

Owning a Smite weapon unlocks not just the blue Smite Knife Gun Buddy, but also entitles players to the golden variant upon meeting the prerequisites. One critical deadline that players must not overlook is April 23, 2025. By this date, players need to ensure that at least one Smite skin is present in their inventory to receive the golden gun buddy.

Key Steps to Unlock

  • Ensure Smite Weapon Ownership: Players must have at least one Smite item in their collection by the specified date. The collections include skins for Classic, Judge, Phantom, Odin, and the melee Smite Knife. The melee weapon originally sold for 1,750 VP, whereas individual weapon skins were available for 875 VP. The complete set was priced at 3,500 VP.
  • Log in During Event Period: Players must log in to Valorant between April 1 and April 14, 2025, to automatically receive the standard blue version of the Smite Knife Gun Buddy.

The redesigned Smite 2.0 collection introduced new dynamics to the already popular series, with players reporting intriguing color changes in-game, sometimes transforming to gold. This peculiar detail has heightened interest in acquiring these weapons, making them highly desirable for collectors and gameplay enthusiasts. Once all requirements are met, both the blue and the shimmering gold Smite Knife Gun Buddies will appear in the player’s inventory without any additional steps needed.

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