As Riot Games heralds in the 2024 season of League of Legends, fans are brimming with anticipation for the plethora of updates and new features announced.
From the introduction of new champions and the eagerly awaited Arcane Season 2, to the grandeur of the esports World Championship locations, LoL Season 2024 is shaping up to be a landmark year for this beloved game.
Welcoming LoL Season 2024
Riot’s Head of League Studio, Andrei van Roon, aka Riot Meddler, sets the stage for an exhilarating season, aligning with the celebration of League’s 15th birthday in October.
Global Stage Set for Worlds 2024
The Worlds 2024 finals will be hosted in London’s iconic O2 Arena. Additional European locations include Riot’s Berlin studio, now the Riot Games Arena, for play-ins and swiss stages, and the Adidas Arena in Paris for the quarter-finals and semi-finals. The event spans from September 24th to November 2nd, 2024.
MSI 2024 and Esports Evolution
The MSI 2024, set in Chengdu, China from May 1st to 19th, introduces significant changes. The winning team will secure a guaranteed spot at Worlds, representing an additional slot for their region. The MSI will maintain its double-elimination format, with three Worlds slots for major regions and respective allocations for others.
Introducing the LoL Esports Hall of Legends
To honor those who have left an indelible mark on the game, the sport, and the community, LoL Esports is launching the LoL Esports Hall of Legends. An independent panel of esports veterans and experts will select the inaugural inductees, celebrating them both in-and out-of-game.
Game Modes and System Changes
The Arena mode returns with enhancements and expanded team participation, while URF and One-For-All are also slated for a comeback. Notably, the Vanguard anti-cheat system from Valorant is being introduced to tackle bots, disruptive smurfs, and scripting, promising LP refunds in compromised matches.
Arcane Season 2 and New Champions
Fans can look forward to Arcane Season 2, set to release globally in November 2024, alongside in-game updates of a champion featured in Arcane. New playable champions include Ambessa Medarda from Arcane and Smolder, The Fiery Fledgling, a dragon character set to debut in patch 14.3.
An Array of New Skins
The first half of 2024 will see Prestige skins for Rakan, Ezreal, Kindred, Evelynn, and Kayle, among other returning skinlines like Porcelain, Faerie Court, Project, and Blood Moon. The Lunar Revel event introduces the new Heavenscale skinline, while the Primal Ambush skinline is also in the works.
ASUs and Future Updates
Lee Sin’s art and sustainability update (ASU) is on track for an early May release, while Teemo’s ASU is undergoing extended development, with updates to be shared later in the year.
As League of Legends embarks on its 15th year, the 2024 season promises a fusion of legacy and innovation, capturing the essence of both its storied past and its boundless future.
With an array of new content, revamped gameplay, and a nod to its rich esports heritage, LoL Season 2024 is set to be a monumental chapter in the saga of this enduring game.
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