Valorant Purchase History: Tracking and Managing Your In-Game Investments

By Jackober, Diamond 2 Valorant Player with 1,000+ hours of gameplay

As a Diamond 2 player with over 1,000 hours in Valorant, I’ve experienced firsthand how the game’s cosmetic ecosystem has evolved since its launch. While my competitive journey has been focused on mastering agents like Clove and perfecting my aim (which you can read about in my Aimbot Valorant guide—legitimate techniques, not cheats!), I’ve also developed a deep appreciation for Valorant’s cosmetic side.

Let’s be honest: most of us have had that moment where we look at our Valorant collection and wonder, “How much have I actually spent on this game?” Whether you’re a collector who eagerly awaits each new bundle, a selective purchaser who only buys your favorite skins, or someone who’s curious about tracking past purchases, understanding your Valorant purchase history is valuable for any player.

In this article, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know about accessing, understanding, and managing your Valorant purchase history. I’ll cover the official methods provided by Riot Games, third-party tracking options, strategies for budget management, and insights into making informed purchasing decisions for future cosmetics. Drawing from my extensive experience with the game and its economy, I’ll also share personal strategies I’ve used to build a satisfying collection while maintaining reasonable spending habits.

Whether you’re trying to keep track of your spending, looking to request a refund, or simply curious about your purchase patterns, this guide will equip you with all the knowledge you need to manage your Valorant investments effectively.

Understanding Valorant’s Monetization System

Before diving into purchase history specifically, it’s important to understand how Valorant’s monetization system works, as this forms the foundation of what appears in your purchase records.

Valorant Points (VP): The Premium Currency

Valorant Points (VP) are the primary premium currency in Valorant, purchased with real money and used for most cosmetic items:

1. Pricing Structure:

• 475 VP: $4.99
• 1000 VP: $9.99
• 2050 VP: $19.99
• 3650 VP: $34.99
• 5350 VP: $49.99
• 11000 VP: $99.99

(Prices may vary slightly by region due to local taxes and currency conversion)

2. What VP Purchases:

• Weapon skins (ranging from 875 VP to 2475 VP for individual skins)
• Skin bundles (typically 5,100-8,700 VP)
• Battle Passes (1,000 VP per Act)
• Agent unlocks (1,000 VP per agent)
• Gun buddies, player cards, and sprays

3. Bonus VP: Larger VP purchases include bonus points, increasing the value proposition for bigger investments.

Radianite Points (RP): The Upgrade Currency

Radianite Points are a secondary currency used specifically for upgrading weapon skins:

1. Acquisition Methods:

• Purchased directly with VP (80 RP for 4,800 VP, smaller packages available)
• Earned through Battle Pass progression
• Occasionally awarded through special events

2. Usage: Unlocking additional features for premium skins, such as:

• Visual effects (animations, finishers)
• Color variants
• Sound effects
• Visual upgrades

Kingdom Credits (KC): The Free Currency

Kingdom Credits are earned through gameplay and used for specific unlocks:

1. Earning Methods:

• Account leveling
• Agent contract progression
• Daily and weekly missions

2. Usage:

• Unlocking agents
• Purchasing certain basic cosmetics

Understanding these three currencies is crucial because your purchase history will primarily track VP transactions, while Radianite purchases and Kingdom Credit expenditures might be tracked separately or not at all, depending on the viewing method.

Official Methods to View Your Valorant Purchase History

Riot Games provides several official channels to view your purchase history, each with different levels of detail and accessibility.

Method 1: In-Game Store Section

The most basic way to check recent purchases is directly within the Valorant client:

1. Launch Valorant and log into your account
2. Navigate to the Store tab in the top menu
3. Click on your Valorant Points (VP) balance in the top-right corner
4. Select “Purchase History” from the dropdown menu

Limitations of this method:

• Only shows recent purchases (typically the last 30 days)
• Limited transaction details
• Doesn’t provide comprehensive spending totals
• May not include all types of purchases

Method 2: Riot Account Management Website

For a more comprehensive view of your purchase history:

1. Visit account.riotgames.com and log in with your Riot credentials
2. Navigate to “Purchase History” in the account menu
3. Filter by date range to see transactions from specific periods
4. View detailed transaction information including:

• Purchase date and time
• Transaction amount in your local currency
• Payment method used
• Order number (useful for support requests)

Advantages of this method:

• More comprehensive historical data
• Includes all purchases across Riot games
• Shows actual money spent rather than just VP
• Useful for tax records and dispute resolution

Method 3: Riot Support Ticket

If you need a complete record of all transactions or have specific questions:

1. Visit support.riotgames.com
2. Create a support ticket under the “Purchases & In-game Content” category
3. Request your complete purchase history with specific details about what you’re looking for
4. Verify your account ownership (support may require additional verification)

When to use this method:

• If you suspect unauthorized purchases
• When older transactions aren’t visible through other methods
• If you need specific details for financial reconciliation
• When preparing for potential refund requests

As a Diamond 2 player who’s been with Valorant since the beta, I’ve found the Riot Account Management website to be the most reliable method for tracking my long-term spending. It provides a clear picture of my actual financial investment in the game, which has been valuable for budgeting my gaming expenses.

Third-Party Tools for Tracking Valorant Purchases

While official methods provide basic purchase tracking, several third-party tools offer enhanced functionality for analyzing and visualizing your Valorant spending habits.

Web-Based Tracking Services

Several websites have emerged that help players track their Valorant collections and expenditures:

1. Valorant-API Based Trackers:

• These leverage Riot’s API to extract purchase and inventory data
• Typically require you to log in with your Riot account
• Provide visualizations of spending patterns over time
• May offer collection completion percentages

2. Community Spreadsheet Templates:

• Pre-formatted spreadsheets designed for manual tracking
• Allow for more customized categorization and analysis
• Don’t require account access but need manual updating

Security Considerations:
Always exercise caution when using third-party services that request login credentials. Only use reputable services with clear privacy policies and preferably those that use Riot’s official authentication methods rather than requesting your password directly.

Mobile Applications

Several mobile apps have been developed specifically for tracking gaming expenses:

1. Gaming Budget Trackers:

• Track expenses across multiple games including Valorant
• Set spending limits and receive alerts
• Categorize purchases by type (skins, battle passes, etc.)

2. General Budget Apps with Gaming Categories:

• Apps like Mint or YNAB can be customized with gaming categories
• Provide integration with bank accounts for automatic tracking
• Offer broader financial context for your gaming hobby

DIY Tracking Methods

Many dedicated players (myself included) have created personalized tracking systems:

1. Personal Spreadsheets:

• Create a custom Google Sheet or Excel file
• Log each purchase with date, item, VP cost, and real money value
• Add formulas to calculate total spending and averages

2. Collection Databases:

• Record not just purchases but complete collection information
• Track market value of your collection over time
• Note which skins get the most usage to inform future purchases

I personally maintain a spreadsheet that tracks not only what I’ve purchased but how frequently I use each skin. This has helped me make more intentional decisions about future purchases, focusing on weapon types I use most frequently rather than impulse-buying every attractive skin.

Understanding and Analyzing Your Purchase Data

Once you have access to your purchase history, analyzing this data can provide valuable insights into your spending habits and help you make more informed decisions moving forward.

Key Metrics to Track

1. Total Lifetime Spending:

• The cumulative amount spent since account creation
• Useful for understanding your overall investment in the game

2. Monthly/Yearly Averages:

• Break down spending by time periods to identify trends
• Helps with budgeting and setting reasonable limits

3. Spending by Category:

• How much goes to bundles vs. individual skins vs. battle passes
• Identifies which types of purchases provide the most satisfaction per dollar

4. Cost Per Playing Hour:

• Divide total spending by hours played
• Provides perspective on value received from your investment

Identifying Spending Patterns

Analyzing your purchase history often reveals patterns you might not have consciously recognized:

1. Seasonal Trends:

• Many players spend more during certain seasons or events
• Identifying these patterns helps with anticipatory budgeting

2. Impulse vs. Planned Purchases:

• Track which purchases were pre-planned versus impulse buys
• Determine if one category tends to yield more satisfaction

3. Influence Factors:

• Note what prompted each purchase (pro player usage, friend recommendations, etc.)
• Identify which influences lead to purchases you value long-term

4. Bundle Efficiency:

• Calculate whether bundle purchases actually saved money based on which items you use
• Determine if partial bundles would have been more economical

Creating a Purchase Strategy Based on Data

Use your purchase history analysis to develop a more strategic approach to future spending:

1. Set Informed Spending Limits:

• Based on historical patterns, establish monthly or quarterly budgets
• Create rules for exceptional purchases (e.g., “only one premium bundle per Act”)

2. Prioritization Framework:

• Develop personal criteria for evaluating potential purchases
• Assign higher priority to items that match your most-used weapons or agents

3. Waiting Periods:

• Implement a personal “cooling off” period before making purchases over a certain threshold
• This reduces impulse buying and ensures sustained interest

4. Collection Goals:

• Define specific collection objectives rather than purchasing randomly
• Example: “Complete one premium skin line” or “Obtain one high-quality skin for each weapon type”

As I climbed from Silver to Diamond 2, I developed a rule where I would only purchase a new skin after reaching a specific rank goal. This turned cosmetics into personal rewards for improvement rather than impulse purchases, adding meaning to both my competitive progress and my collection.

Managing and Optimizing Your Valorant Spending

With a clear understanding of your purchase history, you can implement strategies to optimize future spending and maximize the value of your Valorant investments.

Budget Management Strategies

1. VP Purchasing Optimization:

• Buy VP in larger quantities to maximize bonus points
• Time VP purchases around known upcoming releases you want
• Consider using gift cards during retail sales for additional discounts

2. Battle Pass Efficiency:

• Battle passes typically offer the best value per VP if completed
• Calculate completion likelihood based on your play frequency before purchasing
• Consider the Radianite value included when evaluating worth

3. Night Market Strategies:

• The Valorant Night Market offers discounted skins every few months
• Set aside a portion of your budget specifically for Night Market opportunities
• Have a pre-determined list of skins you’d purchase if discounted

4. Bundle Evaluation Framework:

• Before purchasing a bundle, identify which specific items you’ll actually use
• Calculate the effective cost if you only used 2-3 items from a 5-item bundle
• Consider waiting for individual items if you only want specific pieces

Maximizing Radianite Efficiency

Radianite Points represent a significant hidden cost in Valorant’s economy:

1. Battle Pass Radianite:

• Battle passes provide the most cost-effective source of Radianite
• Even if you don’t want the skins, the RP value alone can justify the purchase

2. Selective Upgrades:

• Not all upgrades provide equal value; prioritize the most noticeable ones
• Consider limiting color variants to your most-used weapons
• Finishers tend to provide the most distinctive value among upgrades

3. Upgrade Planning:

• Before purchasing a skin, calculate the total cost including Radianite upgrades
• Some skin lines require significantly more Radianite than others

Refund Considerations

Valorant offers a limited refund system that you should understand:

1. Refund Eligibility:

• Unused items can be refunded within 14 days of purchase
• Each account has a lifetime limit of 3 refunds
• Items must not have been used in-game

2. Strategic Refund Usage:

• Save refunds for significant purchases rather than minor items
• Consider refunding if a better version of a similar item is released shortly after purchase
• Refunds are particularly valuable for accidental purchases

3. Refund Process:

• Access the refund system through the official support website
• Provide the transaction ID from your purchase history
• Clearly state the reason for the refund request

As someone who’s been playing since beta, I’ve learned to be extremely selective with refunds. I used one of my three lifetime refunds on a premium phantom skin just days before my dream phantom was released unexpectedly. Having access to my purchase history helped me quickly identify the eligible transaction and process the refund efficiently.

Special Considerations for Different Types of Valorant Purchases

Different categories of purchases have unique considerations when it comes to tracking and evaluating their value.

Weapon Skin Investments

Weapon skins represent the largest expenditure for most players:

1. Usage Frequency Analysis:

• Track which weapons you actually use most frequently in matches
• Focus premium skin purchases on your most-used weapons
• Consider your agent pool when evaluating weapon priorities (e.g., Operator for Jett mains)

2. Skin Line Cohesion:

• Some players prefer matching skin sets across weapons
• Others prefer “best in class” skins for each weapon regardless of set
• Determine which approach provides more satisfaction for your playstyle

3. Investment Longevity:

• Consider how well certain aesthetic styles will satisfy you long-term
• Some minimal designs tend to remain satisfying longer than heavily themed skins
• Evaluate if sound effects and animations continue to please after the novelty wears off

The Kitty Valorant Skins collection offers a perfect example of themed skins that players either love long-term or quickly tire of. Your purchase history can help you identify which skin types tend to give you lasting satisfaction.

Battle Pass Evaluation

Battle passes require a different evaluation approach:

1. Completion Analysis:

• Review past battle pass purchases to see if you typically complete them
• Calculate your “cost per earned item” based on completion level
• Consider your play schedule for the upcoming Act before purchasing

2. Radianite Value:

• Battle passes provide significant Radianite value
• If you own premium skins that need upgrading, this can justify the purchase even if you don’t love the included cosmetics

3. Collection Completion:

• Some players value complete collections from specific Acts
• Battle passes offer exclusive items that cannot be obtained later

Agent Unlocks

For newer accounts, agent unlocks represent another potential expenditure:

1. VP vs. Free Unlocks:

• Evaluate whether using VP for agent unlocks is worth the time saved
• Consider if you would rather put that VP toward cosmetics instead

2. Agent Prioritization:

• Use purchase history to track which agents you’ve already unlocked
• Prioritize agents that complement your playstyle

If you’re new to Valorant and deciding which agents to unlock first, check out guides like how to use Tejo in Valorant or how to use Clove in Valorant to make informed decisions.

Future-Proofing Your Purchase Tracking

As Valorant continues to evolve, maintaining consistent purchase records becomes increasingly valuable.

Establishing a Long-Term Tracking System

1. Consistent Documentation:

• Choose a tracking system you can maintain long-term
• Set regular review periods (monthly or quarterly)
• Include enough detail to be useful without becoming burdensome

2. Digital Receipts:

• Save email receipts in a dedicated folder
• Take screenshots of in-game purchases
• Maintain a backup of your tracking spreadsheet

3. Account Security:

• Enable two-factor authentication to protect your investments
• Regularly review your purchase history for unauthorized transactions
• Be cautious about account sharing which can lead to unexpected purchases

Adapting to System Changes

Riot occasionally updates how purchases and histories are managed:

1. Stay Informed:

• Follow official Riot channels for announcements about system changes
• Join Valorant Discord communities where such updates are discussed
• Check the Valorant subreddit for community discoveries about economy changes

2. Flexible Tracking:

• Design your personal tracking systems to be adaptable
• Periodically export and back up data from third-party services
• Be prepared to migrate to new systems if necessary

Cross-Platform Considerations

With Valorant Console on the horizon, purchase tracking may become more complex:

1. Unified Accounts:

• Riot will likely use a unified account system across platforms
• Purchase histories may merge or remain separate
• Plan for how you’ll track spending across multiple platforms

2. Platform-Specific Purchases:

• Different platforms may have unique payment methods and currencies
• Console platforms typically take a larger revenue share, potentially affecting pricing
• Some cosmetics might be platform-exclusive

As someone who plays multiple Riot games, I’ve found that maintaining my own independent tracking system provides the most consistent view of my spending across their ecosystem, especially as official systems have evolved over time.

Psychological Aspects of Purchase History Awareness

Understanding the psychological elements of in-game purchasing can help you develop healthier spending habits.

The Collector’s Mindset

Many players experience collection-driven purchasing behavior:

1. Completion Satisfaction:

• The desire to complete sets can drive purchases of items you wouldn’t otherwise want
• Being aware of this tendency helps resist unnecessary spending

2. FOMO (Fear of Missing Out):

• Limited-time bundles create urgency
• Purchase history review often reveals FOMO-driven buys that went unused

3. Status Signaling:

• Some purchases are motivated by the perceived status of rare or expensive skins
• Consider whether this motivation aligns with your actual enjoyment of the items

Developing Healthy Spending Habits

Reviewing your purchase history can lead to more mindful consumption:

1. Satisfaction Audit:

• Periodically review which purchases have provided lasting enjoyment
• Identify common factors in regretted purchases
• Use these insights to develop personal purchasing guidelines

2. Value Alignment:

• Ensure your Valorant spending aligns with your broader financial goals
• Consider opportunity costs when making significant purchases
• Balance immediate gratification against long-term collection value

3. Enjoyment Maximization:

• Focus on purchases that enhance your gameplay experience
• Consider how cosmetics affect your mindset and performance
• Some players perform better with skins they love, making them worthwhile investments

As I’ve progressed through the ranks to Diamond 2, I’ve noticed that my purchasing priorities have shifted from collecting flashy skins to investing in ones that feel clean and non-distracting during competitive play. Tracking these preference changes through my purchase history has helped me make better decisions as my gameplay has evolved.

Community Perspectives on Purchase Tracking

The Valorant community has developed various approaches to purchase tracking and spending management.

Shared Spreadsheets and Tools

Community members have created resources for collective use:

1. Template Sharing:

• Detailed spreadsheet templates circulate on Reddit and in Valorant Discord servers
• These range from simple trackers to complex analytics tools

2. Collection Calculators:

• Tools that estimate the total value of your collection
• Comparisons of collection completeness against the total available items

3. Community Spending Surveys:

• Periodic community surveys reveal average spending patterns
• These provide benchmarks to compare your own habits against

Transparency Trends

There’s a growing trend toward spending transparency in gaming communities:

1. Content Creator Disclosure:

• Many Valorant streamers and YouTubers now openly discuss their spending
• This has normalized conversations about the financial aspects of the game

2. Spending Milestone Posts:

• Players often share their “milestone moments” (first 100,500, etc.)
• These discussions help establish community norms around spending

3. Value Debates:

• Ongoing community discussions about the value proposition of different purchases
• These conversations help players make more informed decisions

For those interested in the evolving competitive scene and how it influences skin popularity, our coverage of VCT 2025 provides insights into which cosmetics are gaining prominence at the highest levels of play.

Conclusion: Taking Control of Your Valorant Investments

After over 1,000 hours in Valorant and countless VP purchases on my journey to Diamond 2, I’ve learned that being mindful about tracking and analyzing my purchase history has enhanced both my enjoyment of the game and my financial peace of mind. Understanding what you’ve spent, why you spent it, and how much value you’ve derived from those purchases empowers you to make better decisions moving forward.

Whether you’re someone who enjoys collecting every skin line, a player who selectively invests in only your favorite weapons, or someone who primarily sticks to battle passes, having clarity about your purchase history provides valuable context for your ongoing relationship with Valorant’s cosmetic ecosystem.

I encourage you to take some time this week to review your complete purchase history using the methods outlined in this guide. Analyze your spending patterns, identify which purchases have brought you the most satisfaction, and consider establishing a personal framework for future purchasing decisions. You might be surprised by what you discover about your habits and preferences.

Remember that there’s no “right” amount to spend on Valorant—the appropriate investment varies based on your financial situation, how much you play the game, and the value you place on cosmetic enhancements. The goal isn’t to spend as little as possible, but rather to ensure that whatever you do spend aligns with your priorities and brings you genuine enjoyment.

If you’re new to Valorant and just starting your collection journey, check out our guide on how to create a Valorant account to get started on the right foot. For those considering a fresh identity to go with their carefully curated collection, our guide on Valorant name change provides everything you need to know.

Here’s to making informed decisions and building a collection that enhances your Valorant experience for years to come!

– Jackober, Diamond 2 Valorant Player