League of Legends Archives

AppWizard

January 16, 2026

Riot moves to stamp out League of Legends duo queue abuse as “a few bad actors ruin things for everyone”

Riot Games has introduced new duo queue restrictions in League of Legends, disallowing duo play up to Grandmaster rank, even for players with Grandmaster MMR. The company has increased the duo penalty to reflect the advantages of playing in pairs. The current season has seen an increase in exploitative behavior, prompting these changes. Riot plans to implement an indicator to show when a player's actual MMR exceeds their displayed rank. Additionally, there is a delay in improvements to the autofill matching system, which aims to reduce mismatched roles for players.

AppWizard

January 16, 2026

Riot Games Launches League of Legends 2026 Season 1 PC Café Event With Free Rewards, Skins and Esports Prizes

Riot Games has launched its first PC café promotion of 2026, coinciding with the Season 1 update for League of Legends. The promotion, running until January 21, offers in-game rewards, trial cosmetics, and sweepstakes for players at participating PC cafés. Players can earn tiered rewards based on playtime, with those logging 20 hours receiving up to 15 Hextech Chest and Key sets. Participants are also entered into prize drawings for tickets to major esports events. A separate reward track is available for ranked victories, offering randomized rewards. Additionally, players will have temporary access to 15 champion skins from the Demacia region until January 30.

AppWizard

January 12, 2026

Minecraft-like Hytale has already sold enough to fund the next two years of development, and it’s not even out yet

Hypixel Studios announced that pre-launch sales of Hytale have generated enough revenue to fund the next two years of the game's development. The early access release is scheduled for January 13. Hytale has been in development since 2015 and was previously halted by Riot Games, which acquired Hypixel in 2020. Hypixel co-founder Simon Collins-Laflamme acquired the game from Riot at the end of last year. He predicts that Hytale will attract one million players on its release day and encourages players to download the game’s launcher in advance. The game will be available for purchase only through the studio’s website during early access. Hytale offers three purchasing options: the standard edition at .99, the Supporter Edition at .99, and the Founder's Edition at .99, with the latter two editions including exclusive cosmetic outfits and capes.

AppWizard

January 6, 2026

Hytale’s Vampire Survivors Mod Shows Why Fans Are So Hyped

Hypixel Studios has revealed a 40-second gameplay clip showcasing the modding potential of Hytale, a Minecraft-inspired survival game, ahead of its Early Access launch on January 13. The clip features a character battling voxel-based enemies in a top-down arena and was created by a team member as a proof-of-concept for the game's diverse modding capabilities. While this specific mod will not be included in the official release, Hypixel hinted at the possibility of publishing it for community inspiration. The studio recently reacquired the rights to Hytale from Riot Games, which had previously halted the project. Hytale will not be available on Steam at launch due to concerns about first impressions and modding feature limitations, with plans to engage Valve to address these issues.

AppWizard

December 31, 2025

2XKO appears to leak its console and Season 1 release date… again

2XKO will officially launch on consoles on January 20, 2026, including compatibility for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with cross-save and cross-platform play. The launch will introduce a new champion, Caitlyn, along with balance updates for the entire roster.

AppWizard

December 27, 2025

Riftbound director hints at its digital future, says it’s “not a matter of if, but when and how” for the League of Legends TCG

Riot Games introduced a Teamfight Tactics tournament at the TFT Paris Open as part of the Riftbound event, generating genuine excitement among players. Game director Dave Guskin discussed the challenges of card availability and the company's strategy to address scarcity issues in physical trading card games (TCGs). He acknowledged that the demand for Riftbound was underestimated and emphasized the importance of supporting in-person social play. Although there is currently no digital version of Riftbound, Guskin indicated that the possibility of a digital adaptation is being considered for the future. Players are currently using alternatives like a mod for Tabletop Simulator to engage with the game digitally.

BetaBeacon

December 19, 2025

Top Mobile Games in 2025 for iOS and Android

- Fortnite and Call of Duty: Mobile are the top choices for mobile shooter games in 2025. - Standoff 2 is a must-play game in 2025 with tactical gameplay and competitive esports scene. - League of Legends: Wild Rift is the top choice for mobile MOBA games with refined gameplay and regular updates. - Spooky Express is a thrilling horror game for casual players. - Undecember is the best RPG mobile game with extensive customization options and visually stunning world.

AppWizard

December 13, 2025

Inspired by classic tabletop RPGs, Solasta 2 finally has a launch date, and an awfully familiar cast

Solasta 2, the sequel to 2021's Crown of the Magister, invites players to explore the continent of Neokos, featuring a brewing corruption and a new sinister force. Players will control the Colwall siblings, each with unique abilities, in a world influenced by tabletop and turn-based RPGs. Actress Devora Wilde, known for her roles in Baldur's Gate 3 and Expedition 33, voices Deorcas in Solasta 2. She expressed her growing familiarity with D&D through her experiences and emphasized the game's engaging storyline and character dynamics. Solasta 2 is set to launch in early access on March 12, 2026, with a demo available for players.

AppWizard

December 9, 2025

7 Greatest Blizzard Games of All Time

Blizzard Entertainment has produced several iconic games that have significantly impacted the gaming community. 1. Warcraft 2: Tides of Darkness - Released a year after the original Warcraft, it refined multiplayer real-time strategy gameplay and solidified Blizzard's reputation in the genre. The expansion, Beyond the Dark Portal, enhanced the experience. 2. Hearthstone - Launched with over 100 million players by 2018, it has become a staple in digital card games despite criticisms of its monetization strategies. 3. Overwatch - Originating from the shelved Titan project, it became a phenomenon in the hero shooter genre with nearly 10 million players in the open beta, although it faced loot box controversies. 4. StarCraft - A cultural phenomenon, it established itself as a national sport in South Korea and set new standards for balance in competitive play with its innovative design. 5. Warcraft 3: Reign of Chaos - Known for its compelling narrative and rich lore, it laid the groundwork for the MMO genre and inspired the multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) genre. 6. World of Warcraft - With a peak player count of 12 million in 2010, it is the best-selling MMO of all time, generating billions in revenue and continuing to thrive with new expansions. 7. Diablo 2 - Following its Lord of Destruction expansion, it became the fastest-selling PC game and defined the action RPG genre, influencing many subsequent games.

AppWizard

December 2, 2025

League of Legends is giving every role a transformative rework as part of the best slate of changes I’ve seen in years

League of Legends will introduce a battle pass system and dynamic seasonal Rifts in 2026, with a focus on enhancing balance, game duration, and introducing new formidable monsters. The season will feature a Demacia theme, with champions receiving new skins and Morgana getting a cosmetic upgrade. Role rebalancing will include Role Quests for top laners and ADCs, with improvements such as a longer-cooldown Teleport spell for top laners and increased gold acquisition for ADCs. Mid lane players will receive new tier three boots, while junglers will have enhanced movement speed and rewards. Supports will gain a dedicated control ward spot and improved gold generation. Atakhan, the Bringer of Ruin, will be retired, replaced by the new mechanic Crystalline Overgrowth. Game time will accelerate with minions spawning sooner, and Ranked play will see reinstated Solo/Duo queues and adjusted MMR calculations. Eleven new items will be introduced, including Hextech Gunblade and Stormrazor. The season launches on January 7, with changes appearing on the PBE on December 3.