Upcoming Updates

We know how jarring it can be to have your favorite champion changed out of nowhere, so we do our best to keep players updated on any updates (yo dawg, we heard you like updates...and really old memes). Sometimes that means inviting you to vote on the next update, or sharing our progress through a dev blog...

Or by listing upcoming updates on this page!

Udyr

The King of the Jungle is coming reclaim his crown... The Udyr overhaul is on track for release in 2022, with everything from his abilities to his choice of fashion under scrutiny. See the latest—and what’s next—for our favorite shaman here.

Past Updates

Updates might seem like a dramatic change, but the truth is we've been doing them as long as League's been around. Don't believe us? Just click Details below for a complete list of past updates!

Date	Champion	Type of Update
6/23/2021	Tahm Kench	Gameplay
6/9/2021	Dr. Mundo	VFX and Gameplay
5/12/2021	Kog'Maw	VFX
4/14/2021	Rammus	VFX and Gameplay
3/3/2021	Hecarim	VFX
11/24/2020	Kha'Zix	VFX
9/2/2020	Viktor	VFX
9/2/2020	Nocturne	VFX
9/2/2020	Malzahar	VFX
7/22/2020	Udyr	VFX
7/22/2020	Ahri	VFX
6/24/2020	Singed	VFX
5/28/2020	Volibear	VFX and Gameplay
5/28/2020	Cassiopeia	VFX
4/1/2020	Fiddlesticks	VFX and Gameplay
3/18/2020	Wukong	Gameplay
2/5/2020	Nautilus	VFX
2/5/2020	Malphite	SFX
2/5/2020	Annie	VFX
1/8/2020	Thresh	VFX
21/11/2019	Diana	VFX and Gameplay
12/11/2019	Lux	VFX
8/16/2019	Pantheon	VFX and Gameplay
6/11/2019	Mordekaiser	VFX and Gameplay
3/6/2019	Kayle & Morgana	VFX and Gameplay
10/9/2018	Ezreal	VFX and Gameplay
9/28/2018	Nunu & Willump	VFX and Gameplay
7/31/2018	Akali	VFX and Gameplay
6/27/2018	Aatrox	VFX and Gameplay
4/4/2018	Irelia	VFX and Gameplay
2/7/2018	Swain	VFX and Gameplay
10/10/2017	Evelynn	VFX and Gameplay
9/26/2017	Xin Zhao	Gameplay
7/26/2017	Urgot	VFX and Gameplay
5/3/2017	Many Champs	Tank Update
3/21/2017	Galio	VFX and Gameplay
1/25/2017	Warwick	VFX and Gameplay
11/10/2016	Many Champs	Assassin Update
9/8/2016	Yorick	VFX and Gameplay
7/13/2016	Ryze	VFX and Gameplay
5/4/2016	Many Champs	Mage Update
4/19/2016	Taric	VFX and Gameplay
1/28/2016	Shen	Gameplay
12/10/2015	Poppy	VFX and Gameplay
11/10/2015	Many Champs	Marksman Update
8/26/15	Darius	Gameplay
8/26/15	Garen	Gameplay
8/26/15	Mordekaiser	Gameplay
8/26/15	Skarner	Gameplay
8/5/15	Fiora	VFX and Gameplay
7/21/15	Gangplank	VFX and Gameplay
7/21/15	Miss Fortune	VFX and Gameplay
4/29/15	Ryze	Gameplay
4/8/2015	Morgana	Effects Update
03/12/2015	Kassadin	VFX
02/25/2015	Zilean	Gameplay
01/28/2015	Tristana	VFX and Gameplay
01/14/2015	Alistar	VFX
11/20/2014	Maokai	VFX
09/23/2014	Sion	VFX and Gameplay
09/09/2014	Soraka	VFX and Gameplay
09/09/2014	Viktor	VFX and Gameplay
08/26/2014	Renekton	VFX
08/26/2014	Cassiopeia	Gameplay
07/30/2014	Sona	Gameplay
06/18/2014	Nidalee	Gameplay
06/04/2014	Karthus	VFX
04/22/2014	Twitch	VFX
04/02/2014	Rengar	Gameplay
04/02/2014	Gragas	Gameplay
03/18/2014	Kassadin	Gameplay
03/18/2014	Heimerdinger	VFX
02/11/2014	Xerath	Gameplay
02/11/2014	Skarner	Gameplay
12/13/2013	Anivia	VFX
11/21/2013	Nasus	VFX
10/30/2013	Heimerdinger	Gameplay
10/30/2013	Rammus	VFX
10/30/2013	Sivir	VFX and Gameplay
10/01/2013	Garen	VFX
10/01/2013	Olaf	Gameplay
07/30/2013	Master Yi	VFX and Gameplay
04/29/2013	Trundle	VFX and Gameplay
04/29/2013	Sejuani	VFX and Gameplay
03/27/2013	Karma	VFX and Gameplay
01/31/2013	Annie	VFX
12/13/2012	Nidalee	VFX
10/16/2013	Twisted Fate	VFX
09/24/2012	Soraka	VFX
08/14/2012	Garen	Gameplay
08/14/2012	Katarina	VFX and Gameplay
07/18/2012	Evelynn	Gameplay
07/18/2012	Twitch	Gameplay
07/18/2012	Xin Zhao	Gameplay
05/22/2012	Ashe	VFX
01/16/2012	Jax	Gameplay
11/28/2011	Sivir	Gameplay
07/25/2011	Tryndamere	VFX and Gameplay
07/25/2011	Janna	VFX
07/25/2011	Kayle	VFX
04/25/2011	Alistar	Gameplay
04/25/2011	Fiddlesticks	Gameplay
04/25/2011	Gangplank	Gameplay
02/15/2011	Ryze	Gameplay
11/01/2010	Mordekaiser	Gameplay
06/07/2010	Kayle	Gameplay

 

What are champion updates?

A champion update is a graphical or kit (gameplay) change that occurs after a champion's initial release. Standard patches are great for fine-tuning established champions, but when a greater adjustment is needed to bring a champ where we want them, it's time for an update!

Why do we have updates?

Gameplay teams routinely work to update champions whose visuals or gameplay don't fit with the current state of the game. Maybe those weird triangle feet haven't aged well, or that brutal point-and-click stun isn't leaving any room for counterplay or skill expression. When it comes to updates, anything from splash art to abilities are fair game for a change.

But that doesn't mean we're out to change the champion entirely! The goal is to level up any outdated visuals or gameplay to make them feel fresh while preserving what makes them unique. In a lot of ways, we just want to make champions more themselves!

What could be updated on a champion?

A champion update could change some or all of the following:

• Abilities
• In-Game Model
• In-Game Audio
• Voice Over (VO) Lines
• Splash Art (this includes skins)
• Lore

Most updates fall into the following categories:

Visual Update	In-Game Audio In-Game Textures In-Game Model Lore Splash Art
Gameplay Update	Ability Changes

 

Can I have a refund for an updated champion?

As mentioned above, we only update champions when their kit, lore, graphics, or all-of-the-above no longer pass the increasingly high bar set with each new champion release. But we also understand die-hard fans who love these champs just the way they are may not want to see any changes at all. That's why we do our best to honor the signature look and abilities that make each unique and exciting. It's also why we're trying to be more upfront and collaborative with our updates, with both our internal teams and players—so that hardcore mains can play a role in crafting their one-trick's new style. Given all these factors, we believe each new updated champion is a fair trade made in everybody's best interest, and therefore not subject to refunds beyond the normal rules governing purchases made within 14 days.