League of Legends, a game that continues to take the world by storm, has a massive player base. Standing as one of the biggest esports to ever exist, some may be wondering how much League of Legends cost to play. Well, luckily for those wondering, League of Legends costs absolutely nothing! Simply go to the official League of Legends page, download the client, and begin playing. There are options to use real life currency, but the purchases are largely cosmetic.
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In other words, gameplay elements of the MOBA are not impacted whatsoever by real life currency. The rune system, which correlates with the character’s foundational playstyle, are all readily available. The only real barrier of entry is the purchase of champions. But fret not.
Grind the game for blue essence to purchase playable champions. Depending on the release date of the specified champion, these prices vary. The older the champion, the less blue essence they are worth. For those just starting off, each week offers a different cast of free to play characters. Make sure to take advantage of these time frames to try out new champions. After all, it’s best to have a trial period before committing the hard earned in game currency on a purchase.
There is a way to purchase champions with Riot Points, League of Legend’s version of real life currency transactions. But this is completely optional, and honestly not recommended. Blue essence is easily acquired by simply spamming some games. Only opt for purchasing with RP (Riot Points) when lacking the time commitment to grind out games.
In Conclusion
League of Legends is free to play. It’s a fantastic game to play with friends. Creating an environment for players to bond with their allies online, the MOBA allows for some irreplaceable bonding and memories. Playing the game allows players to become a part of one of the biggest gaming communities to ever exist. But the true cost of League of Legends, as most veteran players know, is the amount of time and mental energy the game consumes.
For better or worse, League of Legends is an incredibly detailed game that requires intense knowledge to play properly. And thanks to the ever evolving nature of the game’s environment, the learning process never truly ends. So for players looking to commit themselves to the game, expect some mental energy drain alongside countless hours of grinding away in Summoner’s Rift.
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