League of Legends

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84

Top Critic Average

90%

Critics Recommend

IGN
9.2 / 10
PC Gamer
82 / 100
Eurogamer
8 / 10
GamesRadar+
4 / 5
GameSpot
9 / 10
DualShockers
8 / 10
PCMag
4.5 / 5
GamingTrend
77 / 100
Creators: Riot Games
Release Date: Oct 27, 2009 - PC
Please note: This game has monetized random reward mechanics, commonly referred to as "loot boxes." These mechanics are similar to gambling and are being investigated by Belgium's Gaming Commission, the Netherlands Gaming Authority, and other government bodies.
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Warriors | Season 2020 Cinematic - League of Legends (ft. 2WEI and Edda Hayes)

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Critic Reviews for League of Legends

League of Legends is an amazing and intense MOBA with great depth, tons of character, and a huge community.

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LoL has improved in some ways more than others over the past eight years, but it remains one of the best strategic duelers.

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More time, heart and money has gone into this than any other free game I can remember playing, and I think Riot Games is going to make good on its promise of post-release development. Until further notice, this is the DOTA game you should be playing.

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It may be worth learning the ropes elsewhere before diving in, but if defending those Ancients tickles your RPG/RTS crossover gland (found in the mouse-finger), then LoL is a well-stocked playground.

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The cornerstone of its genre.

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League of Legends is the most popular game in the world, and for good reason, but it's absolutely not without its fair share of annoyances.

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League of Legends, the incredibly popular PC title from Riot Games, continues to shine as the crown jewel of the MOBA genre.

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In the end I have to give League of Legends a mixed review.

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Industry Coverage

A Single League Of Legends Clip Has Sparked A Community-Wide Debate

A Single League Of Legends Clip Has Sparked A Community-Wide Debate

A one-versus-one clip from a League of Legends streamer has sparked a debate about the fundamental design of tanks and carries.

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There's a New Most-Viewed Esports Event Ever

There's a New Most-Viewed Esports Event Ever

A recent Esports event has shattered viewership records, pulling in nearly 7 million viewers to watch the game's World Championships.

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League of Legends Criticized For Introducing Arcane Skin That Will Cost Up To $250

League of Legends Criticized For Introducing Arcane Skin That Will Cost Up To $250

Release of expensive skin amid layoffs is bad timing.

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Riot Games Is Laying Off Some League of Legends Developers

Riot Games Is Laying Off Some League of Legends Developers

Riot Games announces several lay-offs from its League of Legends development team, which is the studio’s second round of cutbacks this year.

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