In which game mode do all players start with the same random weapon?

Spike Rush is the VALORANT game mode in which every player starts each round with the same randomly selected weapon. The weapon changes from round to round, so players must adapt instead of choosing their loadout through the normal economy system.

Spike Rush is designed as a shorter, more chaotic alternative to standard matches. It is played as a best-of-seven series, meaning the first team to win four rounds wins. Players also receive fully charged basic abilities at the start of rounds, while ultimate abilities charge faster than in standard modes.

The random weapon is shared by everyone in the match for that round, not assigned independently to each player. Early rounds may feature sidearms, while later rounds can provide stronger primary weapons. Orbs placed around the map add another layer of unpredictability by granting temporary power-ups or weapon upgrades.

This is why Spike Rush is often confused with Deathmatch or Escalation. Deathmatch emphasizes individual kills and player-selected weapons, while Escalation moves teams through a sequence of weapons as they score kills.