League of Legends: Wild Rift
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Wild Rift Patch 7.3 Center Stage adds three champions and chaotic new 3v3v3 mode
League of Legends: Wild Rift's Patch 7.3, titled 'Center Stage,' is set to launch on September 22, introducing three new champions: Hwei, Sylas, and Rek’Sai. The update also features a new 3v3v3 game mode called Rift Rumble, significant gameplay adjustments to minions and Smite, and further refinements to the Ranked system.
There's a good chance we're getting more K/DA soon, as the League of Legends superstars register a new song
A new song registration for the virtual band K/DA, known from League of Legends, suggests a potential music release is imminent. The track, titled 'Watch Me,' was registered with ASCAP, indicating new content from the popular K-pop inspired group is likely on the horizon. This follows a period of silence from K/DA and a mention of a 'biggest musical event yet' in a Teamfight Tactics video.
Garden Arena heads to Peoria on Oct. 24 as Azuki TCG hands the reins to a new organizer
Top Cut Events will now organize the Garden Arena Midwest Regional for the Azuki TCG, taking place in Peoria, Illinois on October 24. Registration opens August 23, with top players eligible for a serialized Raizan prize card and invitations to the 2027 Azuki Invitational. This marks a shift in organizers, with CoreTCG having handled the first event.
Riftbound Vendetta Is All About Dueling Rivals, Both In The Game And In Real Life
Riot Games lead designer Dave Guskin discusses the upcoming set Vendetta for Riftbound, highlighting new mechanics like Empower and Flow, and potential competitive meta shifts. The article also touches on the game's approaching first anniversary and plans for new commissioned artwork and rule updates.
EXPLORE THE ART AND CREATIVITY BEHIND 40 GAME TITLES THROUGH “WORLDS OF PLAY” GLOBAL ART EXHIBITION IN COLOGNE, AUGUST 27 TO 29
Tencent announced "Worlds of Play: The Game Art Exhibition," a global art show featuring 40 game titles from over 20 studios. The exhibition will take place in Cologne, Germany, from August 27 to 29 during gamescom 2026. It will showcase artworks and installations across five themed zones, celebrating the artistry and cultural significance of game creation.
SATIATE YOURSELF THIS SUMMER WITH WILD RIFT PATCH 7.2: FEAST ON!
League of Legends: Wild Rift Patch 7.2, titled 'Feast On,' is set to release on July 9th UTC, introducing new champions Yunara and Cho'Gath, a visual update for Ahri, and a new AAA ARAM season. The patch also features gameplay changes including a rework of active items and the bounty system, alongside summer-themed updates to Summoner's Rift and new rewards for Ranked and Wild Pass.
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.
Riot Dev Reveals the Story Behind Gwen's Invincibility and Why Wild Rift Has Features PC Can't Handle | HappyGamer
Riot Games developer Endstep discussed the narrative philosophy behind League of Legends champion design, explaining Gwen's W invulnerability as a character-driven choice rather than purely balance. He also detailed how technical limitations in PC League of Legends prevent features like Zilean's missile speed manipulation, which is present in Wild Rift, highlighting the growing divergence between game versions.
Wild Rift Patch 7.1b Brings Quick Map Fixes After Major Update
Riot Games released Patch 7.1b for League of Legends: Wild Rift to address pressing map balance issues shortly after a major update. The quick follow-up patch indicates the seriousness of the map changes and demonstrates Riot's responsiveness to community feedback, aiming to maintain competitive integrity and player enjoyment.
WILD RIFT SHIFTS INTO OVERDRIVE IN PATCH 7.1: FLAT OUT!
League of Legends: Wild Rift's Patch 7.1, titled "Flat Out," introduces three new champions: K’Sante, Taliyah, and Skarner. The update also brings new keystone runes, gameplay adjustments to the rune system, and themed upgrades to the AAA ARAM and Arena game modes. Additionally, the patch features new Wild Pass skins and a collaboration with Porsche.
Brazil Now Requires Age Verification for League of Legends and All Riot Games
Riot Games has implemented mandatory age verification for all its titles, including League of Legends, VALORANT, Teamfight Tactics, and Wild Rift, in Brazil starting March 17. This new policy requires players to prove their age before accessing games, raising concerns about accessibility for younger players while aligning with global trends in digital safety for minors. The move could influence other countries and game companies to adopt similar age verification systems.
Riot Games confirms layoffs within publishing division
Riot Games has confirmed layoffs within its publishing division, eliminating approximately 12 roles across three teams. This follows recent layoffs impacting the 2XKO development team. The company, fully acquired by Tencent in 2015, continues to support titles like Valorant and League of Legends.
