Abyss is a very different type of map than most VALORANT players are used to, and now players are discovering some unpleasant surprises.

During the opening days of the new map, a new glitch has been discovered where Phoenix can use his ultimate ability to survive a deadly fall on the A-Site. This is a broken spot that can be exploited by the attacking team if Phoenix can time his ultimate ability correctly before hitting the ground – which would normally kill an agent – allowing him to walk around the bottom of the map.

Because he is so far down, the other team will have a hard time reacting or shooting back, as he is barely visible from above. If the attacking team plants on the bridge, Phoenix can also easily defend the spike by shooting through the floor. There are multiple areas around the edge of the map where Phoenix can perform this glitch, but the area below the A-site is his most advantageous position.

Phoenix can also run around a relatively large area at the bottom of the map, where he can reposition himself for an even easier shot to defend the bridge spike. With an Operator or Vandal, he can deal a lot of damage without being punished, especially to players who can't pinpoint his location right away.