Riot Games to sunset League of Legends Classic in January 2027

Riot Games has announced plans to officially sunset the League of Legends Classic mode, setting a retirement date for January 2027. The mode, which was introduced as a nostalgic throwback for long-time players to experience earlier versions of the popular MOBA, will no longer be a permanent fixture in the game client after this period. While the company is ending the current iteration of the mode, developers have hinted that it may return in the future as a limited-time event. This decision aligns with Riot's ongoing efforts to streamline the game's infrastructure and focus resources on current live service updates. Players have until early 2027 to enjoy the classic experience before it is removed from the rotation. The studio has not yet provided specific details on what might replace the mode or how the transition will be handled for the community.