Modernized client
Riot plans to launch a new integrated client and update the out-of-game experience.
LEAGUE OF LEGENDS / NEW DAWN
League of LegendsNew Dawn
Follow the major 2027 update for PC.
Explore the new client, Summoner’s Rift, and gameplay changes.
- 2026.11.15 UTC+8Teaser released
- 2027.01Full reveal
- Later in 2027Planned release
Confirmed changes
What Riot has shared in the teaser and developer update.
Summoner’s Rift refresh
Summoner’s Rift is getting a visual update. The teaser shows a few combat and jungle scenes.
Gameplay and pre-game systems
Riot has outlined changes to Rift gameplay, new ways to experience familiar champions, and updates to pre-game choices such as runes.
New player experience
Riot plans to overhaul onboarding. Tutorial details are still to come.
Teaser breakdown
Developer commentary, cinematic scenes, and a glimpse of combat.
Developer commentary
A new client and a refreshed Rift
Pabro and Meddler outline the 2027 update. Riot has yet to show detailed client features, UI, or gameplay rules.
Teaser footage
From cinematics to Rift combat
The overhead footage shows the river, jungle, and combat effects. The full map layout and specific ability changes are still to come.
Closing announcement
January reveal, later release
Riot plans to reveal the full update in January 2027 and release it later that year.
Is New Dawn the rumored “LoL 2”?
Riot describes New Dawn as a major update to the existing PC game. Read the developer update ↗
When does New Dawn launch?
The full reveal is set for January 2027. The update is planned for later in 2027, with an exact date still to come. See the official announcement ↗
Can I sign up or join a test?
Riot’s New Dawn site offers news updates. Follow your region’s official announcements for test eligibility and sign-ups. Subscribe for official updates ↗
What happens to accounts, skins, and ranks?
The teaser and developer update have yet to address these details.