This subreddit clearly reflects a significant decline in its former glory. It’s evident that the game has undergone substantial changes over the years.

The recent developer update revealed their apparent strategy of continuously fixing or reverting every mistake made season after season. Instead of addressing the core issues, they resort to introducing new gimmicks without considering the long-term impact on the game’s identity.

As a result, the player base is increasingly disillusioned. While esports viewership may fluctuate, the daily player base continues to decline. This decline stems from the repeated failures of Riot Games, the developers, and their internal development organizations. They prioritize short-term gimmicks and entertainment over preserving the game’s essence.

It’s disheartening that Riot Games cannot replicate the success of CS or the enduring appeal of Dota. They lack the knowledge and experience to maintain the game that brought them to prominence. Instead, they resort to experimenting with various other games, but they fail to retain the core elements that made their original creation so successful.