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Riot Games have unveiled a significant increase in prize pools for their premier League of Legends<\/a> esports tournaments in 2025, setting a new benchmark for the competitive scene.<\/p>\n

The Mid-Season Invitational (MSI)<\/a> 2025 will feature a US$2 million prize pool, while the League of Legends World Championship (Worlds) 2025 will offer an unprecedented US$5 million\u2014more than double the US$2.25 million awarded in 2024.<\/p>\n

The announcement was made by Chris Greeley, Global Head of LoL Esports, ahead of the First Stand finals in Seoul.<\/p>\n

Riot\u2019s commitment to growing the ecosystem extends beyond just increasing prize money, with a focus on sustainability and opportunities for both professional and amateur teams.<\/p>\n

The revised prize pools mark a dramatic shift in Riot\u2019s investment strategy.<\/p>\n

MSI 2024 previously stood at just US$250,000, but in 2025, teams will compete for eight times that amount.<\/p>\n

The First Stand Tournament<\/a>, which kicked off the season, already introduced a US$1 million prize, quadrupling the previous MSI total.<\/p>\n

Beyond the guaranteed prize money, Riot Games plans to further supplement tournament earnings through digital merchandise sales.<\/p>\n

Exclusive in-game items, such as the newly announced Battle Academia Xayah skin, will be introduced in update 25.6, offering fans a way to contribute directly to the competitive scene.<\/p>\n

Past initiatives, including team-specific emotes, have also provided additional financial support to teams and events.<\/p>\n

While these financial boosts are substantial, Greeley emphasised that Riot\u2019s primary goal is not just revenue generation but long-term sustainability.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe goal of LoL Esports is not to become a high-revenue operation; we are focusing on building a self-sustaining ecosystem,\u201d Greeley stated.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are in constant communication with teams, working on strategies to ensure financial viability and exploring new ways to generate revenue that benefit the entire ecosystem.\u201d<\/p>\n

To further develop future talent, Riot is continuing their investment in grassroots and scouting initiatives.<\/p>\n

Programs like “LoL The Next” in Korea, “Scouting Grounds” in North America, and regional scouting efforts in Europe are all part of the company\u2019s vision to maintain a thriving professional pipeline for years to come.<\/p>\n

With the expanded prize pools and increasing tournament stakes, Riot acknowledges the challenges that come with a packed competitive calendar.<\/p>\n

Greeley confirmed that the company is already reviewing the 2025 schedule to allow teams better preparation time and to avoid burnout among players.<\/p>\n

LoL Worlds 2025<\/a> is set to take place in China from October 4 to November 2, featuring 17 of the world\u2019s best teams competing for the Summoner\u2019s Cup and a share of the record-breaking prize pool.<\/p>\n

With these financial and structural commitments, Riot Games is positioning League of Legends esports for sustained success in the years ahead.<\/p>\n

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