The end of a three-year era at G2 Esports has been marked by the departure of the VALORANT roster's in-game leader, Jacob "valyn" Batio, ahead of the 2027 season. The player had been with the club for three years and was part of the original lineup that the organization previously acquired from another club.
Among the main achievements and results, it is worth noting the four Americas regional trophies secured while playing under the G2 banner. In 2025, the team made history by becoming the first squad to win all three Americas regional titles within a single year. Since entering the Tier-1 scene, the roster missed only one international qualifier, participating in eight global tournaments. The team's highest achievement on the world stage was a second-place finish at the VALORANT Champions Tour 2025: Masters Bangkok.
In his comment on the farewell video, valyn admitted that his three years at G2 changed his life, and his only reason for sadness is that the team never managed to secure the ultimate global trophy. Despite this, the esports athlete expressed his gratitude to the fans and former teammates, hoping to face G2 as rivals at future Masters tournaments.
Regarding the future of the player and the club, a new home for valyn has not yet been officially announced, although insiders point to a possible move for the captain to an organization from another continent. The player himself hinted that the upcoming transfer should restart his career and provide fresh momentum. Meanwhile, G2 Esports is also preparing for significant roster changes ahead of the next season, with the official VALORANT transfer window opening on November 2.
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