Riot Games Confirms League of Legends Classic Mode
Riot Games has officially announced League of Legends Classic, a new mode bringing back older game elements. This nostalgic experience will feature original character kits, skins, and runes from the game's early days. More details are expected to be revealed during the upcoming MSI Finals esports event.
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How to play League of Legends Classic
Riot Games announced that League of Legends: Classic, a version restoring the original gameplay, graphics, and roster, will launch on July 29, 2026, exclusively for PC. The game will be available through the Riot Client and features 60 Champions, including the original 40 and select additions from 2009-2013.
League of Legends Classic - Release date, champions, progression
Riot Games is releasing League of Legends Classic on July 29, a separate tab within the Riot client that returns players to the Season 3 era of the MOBA. It will feature 60 champions, classic items like Zz'Rot Portal, and a progression system with runes, masteries, and a Classic Level track that unlocks content and cosmetic rewards.
Riot Games will launch League of Legends Classic on July 29 with an initial roster of 60 champs
Riot Games has officially announced League of Legends Classic, a new gameplay experience launching on July 29th. This mode aims to recreate the feel of early League of Legends, specifically referencing Season 3, while modernizing certain systems. It will feature classic Runes and Masteries, items, Summoner Spells, an initial roster of 60 champions with pre-rework kits, and a recreation of Summoner's Rift, with a focus on more strategic decision-making and sharper champion strengths and weaknesses.
'There's Real Nostalgia There' — Riot Has Unveiled League of Legends Classic, but Don't Expect a One-to-One Recreation of the Old Times
Riot Games has unveiled League of Legends Classic, a new version of its MOBA designed to evoke nostalgia for the game's early days. While it aims to capture the feel of the game from over 15 years ago, it will not be a one-to-one recreation of the original experience.
LEAGUE OF LEGENDS CLASSIC RELEASES IN PATCH 26.15
Riot Games is releasing League of Legends Classic in Patch 26.15 on July 29, 2026, bringing back the feel of the game from its Season 3 era. This new experience will feature the original Summoner's Rift map, a roster of 60 classic champions with pre-rework kits, old-school Runes and Masteries, and fan-favorite items. Executive Producer Paul Bellezza stated that League Classic aims to honor the game's roots while offering a fresh experience for both long-time and returning players.
The 'Classic' nostalgia trend continues as League of Legends Classic gets a release date and the promise of player-voted patches
Riot Games announced that League of Legends Classic will launch on July 29th, offering a nostalgic throwback to the game's early era. The company also promised that future patches will be partially shaped by community votes, allowing for player-driven evolution of the classic experience. This move is part of a broader industry trend of leveraging nostalgia through remasters and classic versions of games.
League of Legends' 'classic' mode has a release date, and it isn't just an old version of the game—players will vote on new patches, Old School RuneScape-style
Riot Games has announced that League of Legends Classic will launch on July 29, featuring a blend of Season 3 mechanics, modernized art, and community-voted updates similar to Old School RuneScape. The mode will bring back old champion builds, runes, masteries, and summoner spells, with plans to add more classic champions over time.
League of Legends Classic isn't the launch experience, it's a "greatest hits" of the early years
Riot Games has detailed League of Legends Classic, describing it as a "greatest hits" collection of the game's early seasons, rather than a strict recreation of the 2009 launch. It will feature original champions, items, and gameplay design, launching on July 29 with content roughly around Season Three. Players will be able to influence its future development.
Riot Games unveils plans for League of Legends Classic after datamining leaks spring forth
Riot Games has officially confirmed League of Legends Classic, a mode featuring older character models, skins, runes, and maps, following datamining leaks. Studio head Andrei van Roon confirmed that original character kits will return, with more details promised during the MSI Finals esports event on July 11th.
League of Legends Classic Revealed
Riot Games has announced a new game mode for League of Legends called League of Legends Classic. This mode aims to evoke the early days of the popular MOBA, offering a nostalgic experience for players.
League of Legends Classic is real: "This was the right time"
Riot Games has officially announced League of Legends Classic, a mode that returns the game to its earlier state, including classic Runes and Summoner Mastery trees. The announcement was made via a developer update video featuring Executive Producer Paul Bellezza and Head of League Studio Andrei van Roon, after details were accidentally leaked onto the PBE. The Classic mode will feature updated "modern tech under the hood" and will be integrated into the same client as the current game.
