Here’s the latest update for League of Legends, as of mid-August 2025:
Patch 25.16 — Released August 13, 2025
- Riot rolled out Patch 25.16, which shakes up the meta with fresh gameplay updates. They’ve buffed underperforming mage supports, nerfed overperformers, and fine-tuned the jungler pool. Treasures like the Brick Toy Corki and Bowling League Lillia skins also dropped with this patch. It’s the last patch of the Season 2 ranked split—make sure to hit your goals for rewards like Victorious Fiora before the reset.
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What’s Ahead — Patch 25.17 & Season 3
- Patch 25.17, launching on August 27, will kick off Season 3, marking the start of a new ranked cycle.
- Season 3 brings bold new content, including:
- A visual update for Xin Zhao
- The return of the classic Doom Bots PvE mode
- New Battle Pass skins and quality-of-life boosts
- An optional WASD movement scheme, being tested to reduce friction for new and returning players
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Summary Overview
| Patch / Season | Date | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 25.16 | August 13, 2025 | Meta-balancing, new skins, final patch of Season 2 ranked split |
| 25.17 & Season 3 | August 27, 2025 | New season, Doom Bots, Xin Zhao VU, Battle Pass updates, WASD test |
Let me know if you’d like help mastering Doom Bots once it drops, tracking ranked rewards for Season 2, or exploring new Battle Pass challenges!
