League of Legends Already Making Big Change to New System

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Summary

  • Riot Games has confirmed that it is planning a major change to the new “Feats of Strength” mechanic added with the launch of Season 15.
  • Lead Gameplay Designer Phroxzon revealed that Riot Games will be replacing First Blood as one of the requirements for completing the Feats of Strength challenge.
  • The Season 15 also made several other changes to the game, including the addition of Tier 3 boots as a reward for Feats of Strength and the new Atakhan boss monster.

Riot Games is gearing up to modify significantly the “Feats of Strength” system recently introduced to League of Legends as part of the Season 15 overhaul. Known for introducing substantial alterations to its games during new competitive seasons, Riot frequently tweaks game balance and aims to keep the gaming experience exciting. Typically, early season updates bring about major modifications to items and mechanics, such as the introduction of the Atakhan boss monster in Season 15. Now, one significant change for the upcoming season is set to undergo some refinements.

In addition to various other modifications for League of Legends during Season 15 related to Noxus, Riot Games introduced a new mechanic called “Feats of Strength.” This mechanic challenges teams to complete two out of three specific goals before their opponents, allowing the victor to construct Tier 3 boots. The initial version of this mechanism requires teams to secure First Blood, capture the first turret, and slay the first three Epic jungle camps to claim the buff. However, one particular task is scheduled to be removed in a future update to the system.

According to Dexerto, League of Legends’ Lead Gameplay Designer Matt “Phroxzon” Leung-Harrison has shed light on the planned modifications for Feats of Strength. Phroxzon mentioned that Riot Games intends to eliminate First Blood as a requirement for Feats of Strength, but he didn’t specify what the replacement objective will be. He also hinted that this update won’t be deployed until either patch 15.2 or 15.3. Additionally, Phroxzon discussed several minor adjustments made via a hotfix following the commencement of the new season.

Riot Games Planning Changes to Feats of Strength

Version 15.1b Patch Notes

Summoner’s Rift Changes (Normal + Ranked Queues)

  • Bloody Roses
    • Spawn Rate from Gloom: Slightly reduced
    • Spawn Rate from Atakhan’s Pit: Slightly reduced
  • Armored Advance/Chainlaced Crushers
    • Shield Amount: 10-120 (based on level) + 4& max health
    • Shield Cooldown: 15 seconds
  • Spellslinger’s Shoes
    • ​​​​​​​Magic Penetration: 19 ⇒ 18
    • Percentage Magic Penetration: 10% ⇒ 8%
  • Swiftmarch
    • Movement Speed: 75 ⇒ 70
  • Triumphant Sorcerer’s Shoes
    • Bonus Magic Penetration: 4 ⇒ 2
    • Percentage Magic Penetration: 10% ⇒ 8%

Swiftplay

  • Atakhan
    • ​​​​​​​Adjusted the thresholds required for Atakhan’s Ruinous Form to spawn so that he should now appear more often
  • Jarvan IV
    • Armor Growth: 5.2 ⇒ 4.7
    • Q Damage: 80-240 (+140% Bonus AD) ⇒ 70-230 (+140% Bonus AD)
  • Kayle
    • ​​​​​​​Attack Speed Growth: 1.5% ⇒ 1%
    • Attack Damage Growth: 2.5 ⇒ 2
    • W Movement Speed: 24-40% (+8% AP) ⇒ 24-43% (+8% AP)
  • Seraphine
    • ​​​​​​​Health Growth: 90 ⇒ 95
    • E Damage: 70-190 + 150% AP) ⇒ 70-210 (+60% AP)
  • Vex
    • Passive Damage: 40-150 (+25% AP) ⇒ 40-150 (+40% AP)
    • W Damage: 80-240 (+30% AP) ⇒ 80-240 (+50% AP)
  • Viktor
    • Health Growth: 100 ⇒ 92
    • R Damage per Tick: 65-145 (+45% AP) ⇒ 60-150 (+40% AP)
  • Ziggs
    • Q Damage: 85-285 (+65% AP) ⇒ 85-285 (+75% AP)
    • W Cooldown: 20-12 seconds ⇒ 18-10 seconds

The shift towards Feats of Strength occurs since players have acknowledged the potency of the enhanced perks given by Tier 3 boots at this stage. Many enthusiasts consider the advantage gained from triumphing in the Feats of Strength contest as potentially decisive for the game, thus making it crucial to win the challenge. Furthermore, Phroxzon shed light on Riot’s philosophy regarding balance adjustments in the upcoming season, opting for subtle tweaks and fine-tuning rather than tackling mechanics head-on.

2025 promises to be a bustling year for Riot Games as they gear up to launch the new season for League of Legends, themed around Noxus, while also developing multiple television series based on Noxus, Ionia, and Demacia in the wake of Arcane’s success. Additionally, Riot Games has revealed plans to create a League of Legends trading card game, slated for release next year. With numerous new shows, a card game, and significant updates planned for League of Legends, 2025 looks set to be a pivotal year for the studio.

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2025-01-12 23:33