Xenohunter Knife keychain

EP 4: Disruption, Act 3 / EP 5: Dimension, Act 1 · June 8, 2022 (some sources list June 22) · 3,550 VP (individually) / 7,100 VP (full bundle). The melee from VALORANT's Alien franchise inspired skin line. The entire Xenohunter collection is based on the science fiction horror aesthetic of films like Alien, with weapon designs that are straightforward and functional but carry a realistic, detailed, and rugged military finish. The bundle includes the Knife, Phantom, Odin, Bucky, and Frenzy. Each gun skin features a partially functional heartbeat sensor side panel that pops out when upgraded, showing a mini map and location readout. To avoid giving any perceived gameplay advantage, the sensor experiences interference when the player is inside smokes or near a site, making it purely cosmetic. The Xenohunter Knife has a notable piece of hidden history: its alternate stab animation (right click) was previously used by the base tactical knife during the Closed Beta but was removed before launch. Its inclusion in Xenohunter marks the return of that original Beta stab motion, now with additional VFX effects. The knife uses the default tactical knife animation set on primary fire with the upgraded Beta stab on alternate fire, giving it a unique feel among knives that share the standard archetype. The overall design is minimalistic and grounded compared to flashier skin lines, appealing to players who prefer a military tactical look without over the top effects. The bundle sits in the Premium Edition tier. The Phantom skin from this collection was widely considered the standout piece, with some calling it one of the cleanest Phantom skins in the game despite the bundle's more understated reception overall. Can appear in daily store rotation and Night Market.