How to Vent Safely on Among Us: My Personal Guide
Venting in Among Us as an Impostor is a strategic tool that can make or break your game. I’ve made my fair share of mistakes venting, but with the right approach, it’s possible to become a master at using vents to your advantage.
Understanding Venting in Among Us
What Are Vents?
Vents are secret passageways in the game that Impostors (and some special roles) can use to move quickly and undetected between rooms. They offer a tactical advantage, allowing you to avoid being spotted while setting up sneaky kills or escapes.
Why Venting Is Essential for Impostors
Venting is crucial because it gives you mobility and the ability to stay out of sight when carrying out Impostor duties. You can pull off daring moves, like eliminating a Crewmate and disappearing before anyone knows what happened. But, venting also comes with risks—if you’re seen, it’s over!
The Best Venting Techniques to Stay Safe
Study Vent Locations on Each Map
To safely vent, you first need to know where all the vent systems are on the map you’re playing on. Every map—The Skeld, Polus, Airship, and MIRA HQ—has different vent connections. By memorizing them, you’ll know the best places to disappear into.
Vent Only When Necessary
Venting might seem fun, but you should only use vents when it’s absolutely necessary. Venting carelessly makes you more vulnerable to being caught by a Crewmate who might walk in at the wrong moment.
Time Your Venting
The key to venting safely is timing. Wait until no one is around, then make your move. Venting after a kill? Be sure the coast is clear before jumping into a vent, and don’t pop out too soon.
Avoiding Detection While Venting
Always Scan Your Surroundings
Before you vent, take a good look around. If a Crewmate is in the area, they’ll spot you, and it’s game over. Stay patient and ensure the room is empty before you make your move.
Set Up Kills with Venting
Venting isn’t just for escaping—it’s also great for setting up kills. You can vent into a room where a Crewmate is alone, eliminate them, and escape through the vent before anyone knows what happened.
Watch Out for Security Systems
Maps like Polus have Vitals, and The Skeld has Security Cameras. Venting near these areas is a bad idea unless you know they’re unmonitored. Crewmates can track your movements or know when someone has died, so stay alert.
Advanced Venting Techniques
Chaining Vent Kills
Once you’re comfortable with the basics, you can start chaining kills using vents. This means pulling off one kill, quickly venting, and setting up another kill. It’s a more advanced technique that can make you a lethal Impostor if done right.
Faking Vent Animations
A clever trick? Stand near a vent as if you’re about to hop in, but don’t actually use it. This can confuse nearby Crewmates and give you some leeway to throw them off your scent.
Strategic Venting to Mislead Crewmates
Use venting to your advantage by moving across the map in unpredictable ways. By popping in and out of vents in unlikely locations, you can mislead Crewmates and make it harder for them to track you.
Common Mistakes to Avoid While Venting
Venting Without Scanning the Room
One of the most common mistakes is hopping into a vent without checking if anyone is watching. Always make sure the room is clear before venting.
Venting in High Traffic Areas
Some rooms in Among Us—like Electrical on The Skeld—are high-traffic zones. If you vent in these areas frequently, you increase your chances of being spotted.
Conclusion: Master Venting in Among Us
By learning how to vent strategically, you can become a far more effective Impostor. Focus on timing, studying the map, and always keep an eye out for Crewmates. Venting can be your greatest strength if you master the art of using it safely and skillfully.
