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League of Legends patch 26.10 changes up minion aggro, and Riot's not having any of your complaints
League of Legends patch 26.10 has significantly altered minion aggro mechanics, removing the priority list that allowed players to manipulate minion targeting. This change, intended to make the game more approachable, has sparked backlash from the community, particularly among higher-level players and professionals who relied on these mechanics for wave management. Riot Games Director of Product Drew Levin acknowledged the community's concerns, suggesting a potential reintroduction of elements like turn speed and minion denial.
Sega has canceled its live service 'Super Game' due to 'intensifying market competition,' and I really, really hope it's a sign that the industry is finally correcting itself
Sega has canceled its ambitious 'Super Game' project, which aimed to be a major live service title, citing intensifying market competition. The company is reallocating around 100 developers to traditional full-game development, signaling a potential shift away from free-to-play models. This decision is seen by the author as a positive sign for the industry, suggesting a move towards more sustainable and less risky game development practices.
NYC Levels Up: Thousands Gather at NYC Video Game Festival to Crown 2026 Minecraft Education Battle of the Boroughs and NYC Collegiate Esports Champions
The 2nd Annual NYC Video Game Festival celebrated New York City's growing gaming community with esports tournaments, indie game demos, and more. The event crowned champions for the Minecraft Education Battle of the Boroughs and the NYC Collegiate Esports Circuit in League of Legends and Valorant, with a $10,000 prize pool for collegiate finalists. The festival aims to engage students from kindergarten through college with opportunities in the digital games industry.
League of Legends Riftbound Unleashed Vault & Booster Box unboxing
The third set of the League of Legends trading card game, Riftbound Unleashed, has launched. This article features an unboxing and initial look at cards from the Vault and Booster Box collections.
T1's League of Legends Academy team now has a Faker doppelganger
T1's League of Legends academy team has signed Na 'Midir' Heyon-jun, a 19-year-old toplaner who bears a striking resemblance to the professional player Faker. Midir, who shares a birthday with Faker and wears similar glasses and haircut, has an impressive winrate in the LCK Academy Series. While he looks the part, he still has a way to go to match Faker's professional career statistics.
League of Legends’ Riftbound TCG: Hands-On With Unleashed, its Newest Set
This article provides a hands-on preview of the upcoming 'Unleashed' expansion for League of Legends Riftbound, the digital trading card game based on the popular MOBA. Players can get an early look at the new set's content.
Riftbound: Unleashed Review – Riot’s TCG Keeps Getting Better
Riftbound: Unleashed, the third expansion for Riot Games' Trading Card Game based on League of Legends, is set to release on May 8th. This expansion introduces over 200 new cards, new mechanics like XP and Leveling, and two preconstructed decks featuring champions Vi and Vex. The review highlights the game's evolving complexity, engaging mechanics, and impressive artwork, making it a compelling hobby for both TCG enthusiasts and fans of the League of Legends IP.
2026 World Video Game Hall of Fame finalists announced
The finalists for the 2026 World Video Game Hall of Fame have been announced, featuring titles such as Angry Birds, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, and League of Legends. While no Nintendo-developed titles are among the finalists, some have ties to Nintendo platforms. Public voting for a 'Player's Choice' ballot will take place from March 5 to March 13, with winners announced on May 7.
2026 World Video Game Hall of Fame winners announced
The winners for the 2026 World Video Game Hall of Fame have been announced, recognizing iconic titles for their longevity, reach, and influence. This year's inductees include Angry Birds, Dragon Quest, FIFA International Soccer, and Silent Hill, alongside other notable games like Frogger, Galaga, League of Legends, Mega Man, PaRappa the Rapper, RuneScape, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, and Tokimeki Memorial. While no Nintendo-developed titles were inducted this year, some of the chosen games have ties to Nintendo platforms.
If you didn't get a chance to play League of Legends' Demacia Rising minigame, now you can
The League of Legends minigame Demacia Rising, a turn-based strategy and city-builder hybrid, is now fully playable via the official LoL Wiki. Despite initial technical issues at launch, the game offers a deep lore experience and browser-based gameplay for fans interested in exploring Runeterra's history.
The full League of Legends patch 26.10 preview is here, and I fear Naafiri still has that dog in her
Riot Games has previewed League of Legends Patch 26.10, which includes nerfs to Naafiri and Zed, alongside adjustments for Galio, Ambessa, Anivia, Shyvana, and Ashe. The patch also reverts a 2014 change to Lee Sin's Safeguard ability, making it more versatile. Despite some nerfs, Naafiri is expected to remain strong due to item interactions and a light touch on her passive.
The latest League of Legends patch preview tells me what I already knew about those alternative builds
League of Legends Lead Gameplay Designer Matt Leung-Harrison has previewed upcoming patch changes, discussing the viability of alternative character builds. While players are experimenting with off-meta builds like AP Ezreal and AP Irelia, the article suggests these builds are currently too weak and often result in a lower win rate, despite some players finding success with them.
Beloved Dota 2 esports team Heroic has just disbanded, saying it's a "tough game to commercialize"
The esports organization Heroic has disbanded its Dota 2 team due to financial unsustainability, despite competitive success and commercial efforts. Chief Gaming Officer Robin Nymann cited Dota 2 as a difficult game to commercialize, leading to the decision to release the roster. This move reflects broader challenges within the esports industry, including dwindling prize pools and rising costs.
Caedrel says that, while Los Ratones was profitable, the League of Legends team "wasn't really sustainable long term"
Esports personality Marc 'Caedrel' Lamont stated that while his League of Legends team, Los Ratones, was profitable, its model was not sustainable long-term. The team focused heavily on content creation, which eventually ran out, leading to its disbandment. Despite this, Los Ratones achieved success, including winning the EU Masters.
Is League of Legends Toxic? An Honest Answer Backed by Data (2026) | TAG
League of Legends is undeniably toxic, with 70% of matches containing some form of negative behavior, though extreme hate speech is rare. Riot Games has implemented significant moderation tools like GATES and Vanguard, alongside an overhauled Honor system, to combat toxicity. While these measures have improved the player experience, structural issues like team dependency and ranked stakes continue to foster friction, making the game manageable for adult players but requiring defensive strategies.
League of Legends star Ruler avoids LCK punishment following tax fiasco
League of Legends player Park 'Ruler' Jae-hyuk will not face punishment from the LCK following a public tax issue. The investigation concluded that his tax mishap was an administrative error rather than intentional evasion. Despite this ruling, Ruler may still face public scrutiny due to the sensitive nature of military exemptions in South Korea.
TFT Players Discover Secret Zed vs Shen Fight Animation in New Lore Easter Egg | HappyGamer
Teamfight Tactics players have discovered a hidden animation where the champions Zed and Shen fight each other during drake encounters, referencing their deep-seated rivalry from League of Legends lore. This detail, celebrated by the community, highlights Riot Games' ongoing efforts to integrate the game's narrative into its gameplay mechanics. The animation is purely cosmetic and does not affect the outcome of battles.
HLE Zeka Wants Assassin Meta Back in League Midlane | HappyGamer
HLE's midlaner Zeka expressed a desire to see assassins like Zed and Fizz return to the League of Legends midlane meta, believing it would make the game more entertaining for viewers. While acknowledging potential frustrations for other roles and the inherent risks of assassin play, Zeka's perspective highlights a community desire for more exciting and unpredictable gameplay.
This week's Epic Games freebie blends Factorio's automation with high fantasy exploration
Oddsparks: An Automation Adventure is currently free on the Epic Games Store until May 7. This title blends Factorio-style automation with fantasy exploration, featuring creatures called Sparks that players can automate. The game also includes combat, quests, and procedurally generated biomes, and can be played solo or with up to three other players.
League Player Gets Pentakill Using Only Boots and Statikk Shiv | HappyGamer
A League of Legends player achieved a pentakill with Xin Zhao using only Boots and Statikk Shiv, sparking community discussion about item efficiency and player skill. The play highlights how creative builds and smart positioning can be more impactful than a full, meta-driven item build.
