As of January 6, 2025, League of Legends is preparing for significant updates and events in the upcoming days:
Upcoming Cinematic Release:
- “Welcome to Noxus” Cinematic: Scheduled for release on January 7, 2025, this cinematic will delve into the Noxian faction, offering insights into their lore and setting the stage for the upcoming season. Sports Illustrated
Developer Update:
- In-Depth Game Changes: On January 8, 2025, a developer update video will provide detailed information about significant game-related changes, including potential nerfs, buffs, adjustments, mechanics alterations, cosmetic releases, and updates to connected projects. Sports Illustrated
Ranked Season and Patch Schedule:
- Season 2025 Start: The new ranked season is set to begin on January 9, 2025, with a soft reset of player ranks, allowing for a fresh competitive start. Sports Illustrated
- Patch Schedule: The first patch of the season, Patch 25.S1.1, is scheduled for release on January 8, 2025. Subsequent patches will follow a bi-weekly schedule, with Patch 25.S1.2 expected on January 22, 2025. GameLeap
Seasonal Themes and Features:
- Noxus-Themed Season: The first season of 2025 will focus on Noxus, introducing updates to Summoner’s Rift and new Noxus-themed boot upgrades, granted for certain objectives. Polygon
- Atakhan Jungle Boss: A major new addition is Atakhan, an epic jungle monster that spawns at the 20-minute mark, with varying forms and rewards based on game events. Atakhan can spawn in the river and will differ between Ruinous and Veracious forms, providing strategic bonuses to teams. Polygon
Champion Updates:
- Viktor’s Visual and Gameplay Update (VGU): Viktor is set to receive a significant VGU, aligning his in-game appearance and abilities with his portrayal in the Arcane series. This update aims to enhance his thematic consistency and gameplay mechanics. The Sun
