After a successful initial launch, League of Legends is set to welcome back the highly anticipated Arena mode with some exciting changes. In this article, we will break down what to expect from the Arena's return.
Early Access on PBE
Arena will be making its return in patch 13.23, and before it goes live in early December, players will have a chance to try it out on the Public Beta Environment (PBE) starting from November 8th. This early access on the PBE will help identify and resolve any bugs and fine-tune the experience.
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A Look at the Future of Arena
The developers behind League of Legends want to make Arena a mode that continues to evolve and improve over time. They value player feedback and encourage the community to provide constructive input. While they may not be able to address every suggestion or concern, they are committed to reading and considering the feedback to create the best possible gaming experience.
It's important to note that this release of Arena is part of an experimental phase, so its permanence in the game is not guaranteed. The development team is open to exploring different options based on player feedback and the evolving gameplay.
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Addressing Player Feedback
From the initial launch of Arena, the development team listened to player feedback and identified key areas for improvement. Here's what they're doing to address these concerns:
- Playing with More Friends: Players wanted the ability to play with more friends. In response, the number of players who can queue together has increased. Groups of 2 and 4 can now queue together, and a full group of 8 can queue for a private match.
- Champion Diversity: Some champions felt overpowered or underpowered, and the diversity of champions picked needed improvement. The developers are making changes to make Arena more accessible to a wider variety of champions, introducing new
Augments and limiting the number of each Augment to increase variety. - Stage Gameplay: The introduction of a "Downed State" will allow players to revive their teammates, reducing hopeless situations. Changes to the center point of the ring of fire and random starting positions for each stage will enhance gameplay.
- Cameos: The developers acknowledge the need for variety in Cameos and have added two new Cameo champions from the Winterblessed skinline. Sylas and Thresh offer unique gameplay experiences, and the team is open to player feedback on this system.
Matchmaking Changes
A few updates are coming to enhance the Arena experience:
- Ratings will be reset, and MMR will be partially reset.
- New challenges specific to Arena will be introduced.
- The developers are exploring having a single queue for both casual and competitive players and are eager to hear player opinions on the matter.
The League of Legends development team is excited to welcome players back to the Arena and looks forward to learning from the community's experiences and feedback. The fan favorite game mode will return in December!
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