League of Legends players are eager to know: when does LoL Arena come back?

If you’re among those eagerly awaiting the LoL Arena 2024 release date, this article is here to provide you with all the information you need.

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In League of Legends, Arena is a game mode where players team up in pairs to battle opponents.

It has changed significantly since its 2023 debut, boasting increased player numbers and exciting new mechanics.

Summary of LoL Arena 2024 changes in LoL patch 14.9

  • Number of teams doubled from four to eight: 2v2v2v2v2v2v2v2v2v2v2v2v2v2
  • UI changes: Tab scoreboard, better ways of scouting the lobby and opponents
  • Pacing changes: Gold rewarded for wins and kills, starting health, health gained adjustments
  • New item tier Prismatic items
  • New shopping experience in Anvils, handy consumables that offer a chance to score powerful items.
  • New map Koi Pond, and refreshed original map to accommodate more teams with Empyrean theme
  • Ranked and matchmaking updates
  • Enabled cameos: Lux, Sett, Thresh, Pyke, and Jhin

Read the complete list of changes and updates for LoL Arena in 2024 here.

When does LoL Arena come back? LoL Arena 2024 release date revealed

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The third version of LoL Arena is making its comeback in May 2024 alongside the release of LoL patch 14.9.

This time, it will be available for the entirety of Split 2, marking the longest duration it has been live to date.

The release of LoL patch 14.9 scheduled for May 1, 2024, and considering Split 1’s four-month duration, players can anticipate LoL Arena to be available for the same time period.

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