Improving Esports and Player Experience in the MENA Region

This summer, players in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region have exciting updates to look forward to in the world of esports. Teams from League of Legends (LoL) Esports and players from Teamfight Tactics (TFT) Esports will have the opportunity to participate in the Esports World Cup (EWC) in Riyadh. Additionally, Arabic localization will be coming to League of Legends, and new servers will be launched in the Middle East in 2024.

The decision to allow LoL and TFT to participate in the EWC was made with the goal of providing a meaningful esports experience for fans in the region. This event will bring together players from around the world and offer a unique opportunity for fans to see their favorite teams compete live in their region. It also provides economic and brand-building opportunities for esports teams and players, helping to enhance financial stability in the industry.

Furthermore, Riot Games is fulfilling its promise to localize League of Legends in Arabic for players in MENA. This update will not only include linguistic nuances and champion voiceovers but also technical improvements to ensure a better gaming experience for players in the region. The launch of local servers in the Middle East will also reduce ping for players, improving gameplay quality.

Overall, these updates aim to make it better to be a player in MENA, providing a more localized gaming experience and opportunities for players to participate in international esports events. Riot Games acknowledges the patience of players in the region and is committed to delivering a better gaming experience for them.