Toxicity in Valorant: The ‘WIV’ Dilemma and Women in Competitive Play

The post discusses how the term “WIV” is being used in the game to shame female players, rather than for any legitimate purpose. One player, Solid_Message8379, shared an experience where a teammate repeatedly typed “WIV” in chat, suggesting some players feel comfortable harassing women without fear of punishment from Riot Games because their insults are disguised. Some believe those using “WIV” are actually exposing their own flaws, with one commenter jokingly defining it as “Idiots in Valorant.” This worrying pattern shows how players are finding ways to be toxic without getting banned, making the game a more negative experience, especially for new or casual players.






