: If using Windows 10, try running the installer in compatibility mode for Windows 7 .

Installing via a .7z file is usually related to resolving installation errors rather than the standard setup process. The official game is typically installed directly through the Riot Games client . Standard Installation

Download the file (approximately 70MB).

The mention of .7z or "7-Zip" often appears during a failed installation when the Riot Client cannot extract required dependencies like DirectX. 💡 Quick Fixes for Extraction Errors

Run the executable to install the , which will then download the full game (around 25GB-30GB). Troubleshooting "7-Zip Error"

: Right-click the installer and select "Run as administrator." This often fixes "Access Denied" or process creation failures.

If you are looking to install the game for the first time, follow the official method: Visit the official VALORANT website and click . Log in to your Riot Account or create a new one.