League of Legends 2025 Season Guide: What Players Need to Know About the New Ranked System
League of Legends 2025 brings significant changes to the game's seasonal structure and ranked system. Riot Games has implemented a complete overhaul, focusing on player progression and competitive integrity.
Season Structure The 2025 season splits into three four-month segments, each containing two acts. The first season begins January 10th, featuring Noxus-themed content including skins, events, and new champions.
Ranked Placement Changes
- Hard reset implemented (all players start lower than previous rank)
- 5 placement matches (reduced from 10)
- New accounts require 10 normal matches before ranked eligibility
Placement Factors:
- Performance metrics (KDA, vision score, objective control)
- Previous season's MMR (as baseline)
- Hard reset adjustment
Initial Rank Expectations:
- Gold players may place in Bronze/Silver
- Diamond+ players might start in Platinum/Gold
- MMR adjustments are more significant early season
Post-Placement Climbing
- Higher LP gains than losses initially
- Faster climbing for consistent performance
- System quickly adjusts to skill level
- More volatile matches in first few weeks
Tips for Success:
- Play champions you're comfortable with
- Take breaks after losses
- Focus on improvement over rank
- Consider waiting a week for matchmaking stabilization
New Account Requirements:
- Complete 10 normal matches
- System evaluates performance metrics
- More fluid MMR for faster rank adjustment
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Remember: Early season matches will be more unpredictable due to the hard reset. Focus on consistent improvement rather than initial placement results. The system is designed to help players reach their true rank over time.
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