This record crowns an almost continuous increase in viewership since 2019, quantifying the excellent health of the MOBA. That said, this figure hides a lower average number of spectators than in 2021; the colossal enthusiasm surrounding the finale quite easily explains this small disparity. Also note that Chinese ratings are not counted.
With these colossal figures, League of Legends occupies almost the entire top 5 of the most viewed esports events in history. The previous title holder was the Free Fire World Series 2021, in Singapore, which amassed 5.4 million viewers.
The Flawless Rift
Riot Games took advantage of the spotlight on Seoul to reveal the future of League of Legends between two concerts under augmented reality. The 2024 season will bring the most ambitious changes in gaming history, with many areas of the map completely overhauled (like the changes recently made by competitor Dota 2) and new mythical monsters to take down in the jungle . A sweep also in the items with around thirty modifications. Finally, Champion Hwei appeared for the first time after a long teasing period. This painter-mage will be a complex character with no less than 10 spells in his bag. A baby Invoker that seems built for the top of the ladder and competitive matches.
And precisely, what will happen to the esports aspect? The 2024 Worlds will head to Europe. The final will take place at the legendary O2 stadium in London. As for the composition of T1, their fans are obviously praying that the transfer window does not disrupt their incredible team synergy. The entire T1 team is back for next year, which is extremely rare. As for the coaches, the world champions lose Sky and Roach for the 2024 season, but find the legendary kKoma, who has already taken them to lift the trophy three times in 2013, 2015 and 2016. An exchange more than validated. Coach Tom also remains in the stable; responsible for drafts and team compositions during matches, he filled T1’s only major remaining weakness to bring them back to the top. In short, the next season promises to be just as explosive as the last.