VALORANT has added a touching tribute to Turkish VALORANT player Gizem “Luie” Harmankaya, who died tragically in the Turkish and Syrian earthquakes in February 2023, in the new Episode Six, Act Three battle pass.
Luie, who played for Game Changers squad Unknownpros, is now permanently enshrined in the game itself via an unlockable player card title.
Her passing was a tragic loss for the gaming community, as she was known for her skill and passion for the game.
The earthquakes that struck Turkey and Syria in early February 2023 claimed the lives of over 50,000 people, including Harmankaya. Her former team, Unknownpros, announced her death on social media, revealing that she had been trapped under rubble for almost three days.
Riot Games’ decision to honor Harmankaya with a permanent tribute in the game is a heartwarming gesture that recognizes her contributions to the VALORANT community. It is the first instance of an individual player’s name being used in the game, showing that Riot Games recognizes the importance of memorializing their players and their legacies.
The Gizem player title can be earned and equipped by reaching the fifth tier of the current VALORANT battle pass, and is available for free to all players. This means that anyone can pay tribute to Harmankaya and honor her memory in the game.
Her performance in that match showed her dedication to the game and her team, even in the face of defeat. Despite Unknownpros’ elimination by Beşiktaş Esports, Harmankaya finished the series with a 1.10 rating and 34 kills.
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