Summary:
Riot Games announces major changes to regional pricing of virtual currency.
Ukraine faces increases of 64% to 74%, while Philippines sees a 40% rise.
Adjustments aim to combat third-party exploitation via VPNs.
Starting September 18, all five live games will be affected.
Riot emphasizes the need for a level playing field for all players.
Riot Games Adjusts Regional Pricing of Virtual Currency
Riot Games is implementing significant changes to the regional pricing of its virtual currency, with some countries facing increases of over 70%. Announced recently, the developer stated that these adjustments are aimed at balancing prices across different regions.
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Combatting Exploitation
The company aims to tackle the issue of third parties exploiting pricing discrepancies through methods such as VPNs and server transfers. This allows players to purchase virtual currency at lower rates in one region and sell it at a profit in another.
Affected Games and Pricing Changes
Starting September 18, these changes will impact all five of Riot's live games, including League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics, Legends of Runeterra, Valorant, and League of Legends: Wild Rift.
- Ukraine will see an increase of 64% to 74% across all games.
- The Philippines will experience a 40% rise in pricing for League of Legends and Teamfight Tactics.
- Vietnam will witness a 41% increase.
- Conversely, Colombia will benefit from a 16% decrease in pricing for Legends of Runeterra.
Acknowledging Player Concerns
Riot Games acknowledged the difficulties these changes impose on players, especially in regions with the largest increases. They emphasized that these adjustments are crucial for combating manipulation and ensuring a fair gaming environment for all players. The goal is to create a more consistent currency value across regions, which should help in reducing exploitation opportunities and maintaining fairness within the gaming community.
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