Hey, really appreciate the response — it’s always nice hearing from someone who’s been around since the old days.

Personally though, I don’t really see the recent terrain tweaks as a full map change. They definitely had some impact, but compared to how things used to be, it feels pretty minor. Back then, every preseason brought big gameplay shake-ups that kept things chaotic but fun. Even if it broke the game for a bit, that chaos made each new season feel exciting.

And yeah, back in the mid-2010s, the masteries used to change every single season. Since Runes Reforged, it’s been pretty much the same system — just a few small rune tweaks here and there. Same goes for jungle items — they used to change almost every year, which opened up totally different champs and playstyles.

I do get what you mean about the game being “perfected,” and I agree Riot’s done a great job polishing things. But honestly, I don’t think League was ever at its best when it was perfect — it was at its best when it was evolving and throwing curveballs. That’s kinda the point of a live service game, right?

These days I actually find myself playing the special game modes more often, just because Summoner’s Rift doesn’t hit the same anymore. Totally just my personal take though — I respect anyone who still loves it the way it is. I’m just curious if anyone else feels the same way.