Riot Games is planning a sweeping overhaul of *League of legends*, the globally popular multiplayer online battle arena, confirming details of the aspiring “league Next” project following an earlier report by Bloomberg. The update,slated for a 2027 release,represents the largest single undertaking in the game’s history and aims to modernize both the visual experience and underlying technology for over 100 million monthly players[[3]]. While not a sequel, Riot emphasized the project will deliver a considerably refreshed *League of Legends* experience designed to secure the game’s future for another decade.
Riot Games has confirmed plans for the most significant update in the history of League of Legends, responding swiftly to an earlier leak of information.
Bloomberg reported today that Riot Games is undertaking a massive overhaul of its flagship title, a game played by over 100 million users each month. The project, internally known as “League Next,” is slated for release in 2027 and represents the largest single update ever conceived for the game.
The developers intend to completely redesign the game’s visual elements – including characters, the user interface, and the arenas themselves – to make League of Legends more accessible to new players. Simultaneously, the underlying technical foundations are being modernized to streamline and accelerate future updates. Bloomberg also noted organizational changes within Riot Games, though the studio declined to comment officially.
Riot Games quickly addressed the leak with an official video message to its community. The company acknowledged that it had planned to reveal this information in early January, coinciding with the launch of the new season, but the circulating speculation prompted an earlier announcement. Importantly, Riot emphasized that this is not League of Legends 2, but rather a comprehensive rebuild of the existing game, preparing it for another decade of play. In effect, this is a “new League of Legends,” while preserving the core identity of the title.
In the video, developers confirmed the full scope of the planned changes. Among these is a completely new client, fully integrated with gameplay, aiming to finally bridge the gap between the pre-game experience and the action on Summoner’s Rift. Summoner’s Rift itself will receive a full visual upgrade, accompanied by gameplay changes closely tied to the new visuals.
Riot also announced modifications to runes and pre-game systems. A key focus of the project will be a significantly improved experience for new players, a long-standing challenge for League of Legends. This update signals the ongoing commitment of game developers to continually refine and enhance player experiences.
The company stated that these efforts are part of a broader strategy centered on what matters most to players. The past year has laid the groundwork for this shift in direction, and the upcoming phase will not only build upon what has already been started but also establish the foundation for a new era of League of Legends. Riot plans to share more specific details in 2026, including a firm timeline for the 2027 rollout of these revolutionary updates.
