League players demand 'appear offline' feature after 14 years without basic social option

League players demand 'appear offline' feature after 14 years without basic social option

By Marcus Chen

February 7, 2025 at 09:42 PM

League of Legends players are calling for Riot Games to implement a basic feature that's been notably absent from the game since its launch: the ability to appear offline or invisible while playing.

This industry-standard feature, commonly found in platforms like Steam and most online games, allows players to enjoy their gaming sessions without being interrupted by friend requests or game invitations. Currently, League players have no native way to maintain privacy while playing.

Female warrior battles beast in forest

Female warrior battles beast in forest

While third-party solutions like League of Legends Deceive exist, many players are hesitant to use them due to Vanguard's strict security measures and potential account penalties. The community has been requesting this feature for over a decade, highlighting the growing frustration with the client's limited social options.

Metallic Hearts theme in League splash

Metallic Hearts theme in League splash

The League client, which has remained largely unchanged except for visual updates, lacks several modern features that are present in Riot's other games. For example, VALORANT includes full voice chat support, while League still operates without many quality-of-life improvements that players consider essential for a modern gaming experience.

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