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League of Legends patch 26.13 is finally dealing with its Senna problem
League of Legends patch 26.13 introduces significant nerfs to the champion Senna, addressing her problematic synergy with items like Doran's Helm and Stattik Shiv, and reducing her soul drop rate. These changes aim to rebalance Senna's effectiveness as both a damage dealer and a support. The patch also includes buffs for Aphelios, Kindred, LeBlanc, and Qiyana, and nerfs for Bard, Brand, Cassiopeia, and Rek'Sai, alongside a buff to the Imperial Mandate item.
This Google Chrome extension warns you about Steam games are made with generative AI
A new Google Chrome extension called 'AI warning for Steam' helps users identify games on Steam that disclose the use of generative AI in their development. The extension alerts users with a pop-up detailing the AI usage, allowing them to decide whether to proceed with viewing the game's page. This tool addresses Valve's requirement for developers to disclose AI usage, which is often buried deep within game descriptions.
League of Legends won't follow TFT to Unreal Engine, but it is changing its client
Riot Games has confirmed that League of Legends will not be transitioning to Unreal Engine, unlike its sister title Teamfight Tactics. Instead, the studio plans to further invest in its custom Hextech Engine, which will also encompass the game's client as part of the 'League Next' initiative. This overhaul aims to create a more seamless experience and address long-standing client challenges, with further details expected after MSI and at Worlds 2026.
There's rumors of a League of Legends Classic, and I'm not sure how I feel about it
Rumors suggest Riot Games is planning a 'League of Legends Classic' server, potentially launching soon. This follows a trend of classic versions of games like World of Warcraft and Old School RuneScape, sparking debate about the industry's reliance on nostalgia versus player desire for improved current experiences.
Now-deleted TFT job post hints that it could be moving to Unreal Engine
A now-deleted job posting from Riot Games suggests that Teamfight Tactics may be transitioning from its current Hextech Engine to Unreal Engine. The job description for a Director of User Experience (UX) Design mentioned partnering on the transition into Unreal Engine. This move could indicate a standalone version of the game and potentially improve the mobile experience, aligning with other Riot titles like Valorant that utilize Unreal Engine.
Stranger Than Heaven director says GTA 6 may force devs to use generative AI
Masayoshi Yokoyama, Executive Director at Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, suggests that the immense scale of Grand Theft Auto 6 might compel developers to adopt generative AI for future game development to remain economically viable. While Stranger Than Heaven does not use AI, Yokoyama believes that if player expectations shift towards games of GTA 6's magnitude, generative AI could become a necessity for smaller teams to create comparable titles.
Valorant is Sage-posting again, and the timing doesn't seem to be a coincidence
Riot Games is dropping significant lore updates regarding the character Sage's ongoing crystallization in Valorant, leading to speculation about a potential gameplay rework. The latest narrative beat involves an email from Deadlock to Brimstone discussing the implications of Sage's condition, hinting at a major development possibly tied to VCT Masters London.
Envar Games' Magical Open-World Adventure Game ‘Witchspire’ Launches on PC
Envar Games has launched its new magical open-world adventure game, Witchspire, into Early Access on Steam for PC. The game features co-operative multiplayer, character customization, base building, and a variety of familiars to collect and level up. Witchspire is the debut original IP from Envar Games, a subdivision of co-development studio Envar.
South of Midnight wins big at the 2026 Gayming Awards
Compulsion Games' South of Midnight won Game of the Year at the 2026 Gayming Awards, an event celebrating LGBTQ+ themes and creators in gaming. Other notable winners included Date Everything! for Best LGBTQ+ Indie Game and Team Liquid for LGBTQ+ Contribution to Esports. The ceremony, hosted by Erika Ishii, also highlighted the importance of queer representation in the industry.
Nintendo Direct June 2026: Everything Announced!
Nintendo held a surprise Nintendo Direct presentation showcasing numerous upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The showcase included new releases, ports of existing games, and DLC announcements across various genres, with many titles slated for release in late 2026 and into 2027.
Riot finally unveils Locke, League of Legends' Ashen Exorcist
Riot Games has officially unveiled Locke, the Ashen Exorcist, as the newest champion for League of Legends. Locke is a midlane AP assassin designed to fill a gap in the roster, focusing on a mobile, high-damage kit centered around his Soul Nails. Senior Game Product Manager Edward Zhao and Game Designer Blake Smith discussed Locke's abilities and design philosophy, aiming to re-excite assassin players. Locke is scheduled to release on June 24 with patch 26.13, and his debut skin is High Noon Locke.
Date Everything wins two accolades at The Gayming Awards 2026
The Gayming Awards 2026 celebrated achievements in LGBTQ+ representation within gaming. Sassy Chap Games' 'Date Everything' won Best LGBTQ+ Indie Game and the Gayming Fan Favourite Award, while Compulsion Games' 'South of Midnight' took home Game of the Year. The ceremony recognized various categories, including voice acting, content creation, and contributions to esports, highlighting diversity and inclusivity.
Riot embraces generative AI, as it targets "wild and weird" player experiences
Riot Games is expanding its use of generative AI, appointing Brendan Mulligan as Head of Experiential AI to create innovative player experiences. Despite past fan criticism, Mulligan aims to explore 'wild and weird' AI-enabled games, potentially impacting titles like League of Legends and Valorant, while assuring that AI integration will focus on genuine player benefit rather than investor profit.
Valorant players claim they're being DDoS'd mid-game, as patch 12.10 descends into bug fiesta
Valorant players are reporting being subjected to DDoS attacks mid-game, causing severe lag and rubber-banding, particularly after the recent patch 12.10. This issue, alongside a significant number of other bugs affecting agents and maps, has led to player frustration. Riot Games has been contacted for clarification on the alleged exploit.
Riot devs are LARPing as Thresh on X, and that's because he's surprise dropping into 2XKO
Riot Games is marketing the upcoming release of Senna and Thresh in their fighting game 2XKO with an innovative campaign. Developers changed their social media profiles to impersonate Thresh, accompanied by cryptic messages and a ten-hour "trapped in Thresh's lantern" stream. Senna is set to launch on June 9, with Thresh arriving alongside her, featuring a large model and unique mechanics.
2XKO adds new fighter Thresh this month
Riot Games announced that Thresh, the chain warden, will be added as a new fighter to their League of Legends-themed fighting game, 2XKO, on June 9th. He will join the recently announced fighter Senna. The free-to-play game is available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
How Does LoL Boosting Work and What Is LoL Boosting?
League of Legends boosting involves higher-ranked players helping accounts climb the ranked ladder through wins, placements, or guided games, often as a paid service. This can be done via account sharing or duo queuing, with various strategies and preferences customizable by the client. While effective for rapid rank progression, it violates Riot Games' Terms of Service and is not recommended for players seeking skill improvement.
Best of Riftbound RQ Vancouver Deck Lists so far
The Riftbound RQ Vancouver tournament has concluded, with competitors sharing their top-performing deck lists. Notable players like AlanZQ and Sam Sherman have posted their strategies, with AlanZQ winning the event using a Diana deck. The article highlights various successful decks across different legends, including Rengar, Master Yi, and Azir, and mentions upcoming details about Set 4 and 5.
007 First Light's brand placement is obnoxious, but it works. What it could mean for the industry, however, scares me
007 First Light features prominent product placement from brands like Omega and Aston Martin, which are integrated organically into the James Bond universe. While effective in the game, the article expresses concern that this level of brand integration in single-player titles could become obnoxious and detract from immersion if widely adopted by other developers, drawing parallels to the over-saturation of brand collaborations in multiplayer games.
God of War Laufey director started working on the series over 20 years ago, when Kratos had a blue tattoo and was named…
Ariel Lawrence, director of the upcoming God of War Laufey, discusses her long history with the series, starting over 20 years ago when Kratos was known as Dominus and had a blue tattoo. Lawrence, who began at Sony Santa Monica Studio in 2003, also spent time at Riot Games before returning to lead the development of God of War Laufey, which is set to release in 2027.
