In a shocking turn of events, Riot Games has just announced that they will be shutting down their massively popular game, League of Legends, after the conclusion of Season 14. The news comes as a surprise to the gaming community, many of whom have been dedicated players of the game for years.
In a statement released earlier today, Riot Games cited a variety of reasons for the decision to shut down the game, including a desire to focus on new projects and a shift in the gaming landscape. The statement read, in part:
“After much consideration, we have made the difficult decision to sunset League of Legends after Season 14. This was not a decision we made lightly, as we know that League of Legends has been a beloved game for many of our players. However, we feel that it is time to move on and focus on new opportunities.”
The news has been met with a mix of disbelief and sadness from the League of Legends community. Many players have taken to social media to express their disappointment, with some calling it the end of an era.
“I can’t believe they’re shutting down League of Legends,” one player tweeted. “I’ve been playing this game for years, and it’s been such a big part of my life. I’m really going to miss it.”
Despite the announcement, Riot Games has assured players that they will continue to support the game until the end of Season 14, which is currently scheduled to conclude in late 2024. They have also hinted at the possibility of future projects in the League of Legends universe, though no specific details have been announced.
As the gaming community comes to terms with the impending shutdown of League of Legends, many are left wondering what the future holds for Riot Games and its dedicated player base. Only time will tell what the next chapter holds for one of the most popular games in esports history.