Riot Games, the creator of League of Legends (LoL), has continued to dominate the Chinese PC gaming market, holding its spot for 15 years since its 2009 launch. The multiplayer online battle game remains the most popular PC game in China.
Esports Influence in China
The game’s sustained popularity is largely due to the thriving esports scene. China recently hosted the World Championship, the event's biggest tournament for a single title, for the third time following 2017 and 2020. On November 9, thousands of fans gathered in Chengdu to watch the final showdown.
- Riot Games: Developer of League of Legends.
- Launch Date: 2009 globally, 2011 in China.
- World Championship: Hosted in China in 2017, 2020, and 2023.
- Final Match Location: Chengdu, Sichuan province, 2023.
Tournament Highlights
In the championship match, held in Chengdu, T1, a team from South Korea, emerged as champions, defeating KTRolster. T1's victory marked their third consecutive title and sixth overall, setting a record.
Riot Games' commitment to the esports structure of LoL illustrates how a global hit can endure for decades, supported by events that attract wide audiences and maintain competitive interest.
