Riot Games Announces Layoffs Amid League of Legends Team Expansion
Riot Games announces layoffs in its League of Legends development team, aiming to restructure for enhanced game evolution. Co-founder Marc Merrill reassures fans that these changes are part of a strategy to improve player experience and foster innovation. As the gaming industry adapts, the League of Legends community watches closely for future updates and initiatives.
VALORANT Upgrades to Unreal Engine 5 for Enhanced Gameplay Experience
Riot Games is set to enhance VALORANT by transitioning to Unreal Engine 5, promising innovative gameplay experiences and improved performance. Studio head Anna Donlon announced this significant upgrade at Unreal Fest Seattle 2024, ensuring fans can expect fresh content and features. Additionally, VALORANT Mobile is in the works, offering advanced training modes for players. Stay updated on VALORANT’s evolution as Riot Games addresses global pricing adjustments and prepares for this exciting transition.
League of Legends Introduces Anima Squad Skins in New PvE Game Mode
Exciting news for League of Legends fans as the new PvE game mode introduces a range of Anima Squad skins and Primordian skins. Riot Games has taken the Anima Squad theme to the next level with the Bullet Heaven Survivor PvE game mode, promising a thrilling gaming experience. Explore the unique ‘anima concept’ embodied by each champion in this sub-universe, from Leona as the lion to Yuumi as a digital assistant. Discover the intricately designed Anima Squad skins featuring Seraphine and nemesis Aatrox in legendary forms, along with Primordian Aatrox and Battle Dove Seraphine. Dive into this exciting lineup and experience a whole new level of gameplay!
Valorant Update 9.00 Patch Notes Revealed: Iso Nerf and New Map Abyss
Riot Games has released patch notes for Valorant update 9.00, addressing the imbalance of the popular agent Iso with significant nerfs. Changes to Iso’s abilities, including a reduction in Double Tap buff duration and removal of refresh upon two kills, aim to create a more balanced gameplay experience. The patch also introduces the new map Abyss to the ranked pool on PC, ranked mode for console players, and a new Episode with a battle pass and Evori Dreamwings skin line.
Riot Games Introduces New Champion Aurora to League of Legends Roster
Riot Games introduces Aurora, a new champion in League of Legends with the ability to see the spirit world. Aurora, a unique vastaya from the Freljord, possesses rabbit-like features and exceptional skills. Set to be released in patch 14.14 on July 17, 2024, Aurora offers a balanced set of offensive, mobility, and escape abilities, making her a strong pick for solo-lane gameplay.
Riot Faces Backlash Over $500 Ahri Skin in League of Legends
Riot faces backlash over $500 Ahri skin honoring Faker, game director addresses concerns during Q&A session. Riot explains high price supports esports initiatives. Controversy sparks discussions about pricing strategies and player expectations in gaming community.
Controversy Surrounds Valorant’s Mystbloom Skins for Alleged Unfair Advantage
Valorant’s Mystbloom skins have sparked controversy for allegedly providing players with an unfair advantage by allowing them to see opponents through walls. Renowned streamer AverageJonas highlighted this issue, prompting Valorant’s Lead Producer for Cosmetic Content to address the situation. Riot Games is actively working on a fix to ensure game balance and fairness in competitive environments.
League of Legends MSI 2024: Patch 14.8 Changes and Updates Revealed
Get ready for the League of Legends Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) 2024 in Chengdu, China, starting on May 1! Discover the key changes in patch 14.8, including Mordekaiser’s ultimate ability update and buffs to champions like Akali and Thresh. Stay informed on the latest esports news by following ONE Esports on Facebook and Twitter!
Riot Games Announces Major Reset for League of Legends MMO Development
Riot Games announces a major shift in the development of its highly anticipated League of Legends MMO, putting the game on hold for potentially several years. The decision to reset the development stems from the realization that the initial vision for the game wasn’t different enough from existing titles in the genre. This reflects Riot’s commitment to delivering a truly innovative and groundbreaking experience within the MMO genre, rather than simply offering a familiar MMO with a League of Legends theme.
League of Legends Patch 14.6: Item Changes & New Skins
League of Legends patch 14.6 brings significant changes to the dynamics in Bot Lane, with early-game items getting AD decreases. The release date for patch 14.6 is set for Wednesday, March 20, 2024, with rollout times for different servers. Riot Games will also be addressing champion balance, including nerfs for Senna, Karma, and Smolder, and buffs for Top Lane champions like Ornn, Shen, and Tryndamere. Item changes and new skins are also on the horizon for this upcoming patch.