League of Legends: Wild Rift

What this mobile MOBA is and who it suits

Wild Rift is a multiplayer online battle arena from Riot Games, built for phones and tablets. Each match is five players against five, with the goal of destroying the enemy Nexus. The developer describes it as a game where skill shots, team fights and objectives decide who wins.

It suits people who already know the League of Legends PC game and want the same style of play on mobile, as well as players new to MOBAs who want a team format on a touchscreen. The developer lists it as suitable for both casual and more competitive players.

Team queues with friends and solo players

Matches can be joined alone or with others. Players can queue as a duo, a trio or a full team of five, so a group of friends can play together against another full team. Casual and ranked queues are both offered, and ranked play is where players climb the ladder.

Guilds are the social layer. Joining one lets players team up in the arena and earn rewards the developer calls exclusive, tied to playing with other members.

Choosing champions and roles

Each player picks a champion before a match. The roster is split into melee, ranged, magic and attack-damage types, so a team can mix damage styles. Before queuing, a player also chooses a role: carry, support, jungler or tank.

Champions are unlocked by playing. The developer says none are sold as purchase-only, and leveling a champion is part of how players unlock its abilities.

Real-time combat, skill shots and cosmetics

Combat runs in real time, with skill shots that reward aiming and timing, and team fights that can turn a match. The listing describes smooth touch controls designed for mobile, and a 5v5 battle arena with a stylised look.

Cosmetic items are also offered. The developer says the game adds new modes, champions and cosmetics on a regular basis.

How Wild Rift is paid for

The developer states the game is free to play, with no way to pay for power or for playtime. The listing also says champions are not sold as purchase-only, so every champion can be earned through play.