March 3, 2026
Former League of Legends pro joins Riot as a dev, and it's a step in the right direction
I’m starting to believe in League of Legends again. While I think that 2024 and 2025 have somewhat confused the MOBA ’s overarching identity, 2026 feels like it could be a much-needed turning point. With League Next - a colossal new update that feels like a sequel - lurking on the horizon, and fewer champions releasing per year as a result of Riot’s attempts to really go in and fix the game, it feels like a step in t...
I’m starting to believe in League of Legends again. While I think that 2024 and 2025 have somewhat confused the MOBA ’s overarching identity, 2026 feels like it could be a much-needed turning point. With League Next - a colossal new update that feels like a sequel - lurking on the horizon, and fewer champions releasing per year as a result of Riot’s attempts to really go in and fix the game, it feels like a step in the right direction. Despite major layoffs, however, the company has hired some serious talent over the past few months - including some star-studded additions to its MMO team. The latest addition to the crew, however, is former LCS star turned streamer William ‘Meteos’ Hartman, who has joined LoL’s Gameplay Analysis Team.
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