This year, Riot Games confirmed that the Summoner’s Rift will be “revamped with entirely new visuals and a bit of gameplay.” The League of Legends map changes announcement came after a year of Riot’s new approach to seasons, in which its themes influence the map’s look and gameplay. While some players found past changes sufficient, others believe the game needs more significant upgrades to keep pace with its ever-evolving audience.
Summoner’s Rift has been the heart of League of Legends since launch, but growing community demand for fresh ideas and map improvements has grown louder.