Hextech Chest Returns to League of Legends Following Fan Outcry

League of Legends is bringing back Hextech Chests following extensive fan feedback. Dive into the details of the upcoming update and what's on the horizon for LoL.

League of Legends Reverses Unpopular Changes

Hextech Chests Make a Comeback

League of Legends (LoL) is reintroducing Hextech Chests after listening to its community. Riot Games shared a comprehensive developer update on their website on February 27, 2025, and released a corresponding video on their YouTube channel.

LoL admitted that recent changes didn't meet fan expectations, stating, "Recently, we’ve made a number of changes that didn’t hit the mark for everyone. We’ve been listening to your feedback, and it’s clear that there are areas where we need to adjust."

The reintroduction of Hextech Chests was a direct response to fan demand. LoL explained, "It’s clear that for many of you, Hextech Chests weren’t just a way to get stuff, they were an important part of making your time in League feel rewarding. We didn’t fully grasp how much this mattered to you, and that led us to make changes that missed the mark."

Starting with patch 25.05, players can earn up to 10 Hextech Chests and keys per act. Eight of these chests will be available through the free pass, with the remaining two obtainable via the Honor system.

Exalted Mordekaiser Delayed and Additional Fan Feedback Adjustments

Riot Games also announced a delay for the upcoming Exalted Mordekaiser skin, as the team aims to "take more time to make sure it better delivers on its core fantasy." This delay extends to the entire Exalted skin line, meaning fans won't see a new skin in every Act this year as initially planned.

In response to further fan feedback, LoL will replace one of the non-Prestige skins with 25 Mythic Essence, addressing concerns about the scarcity of Mythic Essence on the paid Pass and the frequency of new champion skins.

To enhance player accessibility, LoL will reduce the Blue Essence cost for all champions by 50% starting with patch 25.05, following discussions about blue essence and champion shards.

Additionally, LoL is reversing its decision to run Clash less frequently. The game will return to a monthly Clash schedule, with March's event featuring ARURF and a regular Summoner's Rift Clash in April.

Blue Essence Emporium and Your Shop Return

Responding to fan requests, LoL is bringing back the Blue Essence Emporium and Your Shop. Your Shop will return in patch 25.06, followed by the Emporium in patch 25.07.

Riot Games emphasized their commitment to continuous improvement, stating, "We know getting League to the right place isn’t about just one set of changes. It’s about continually refining and improving the game in ways that make it better. We think today’s updates are an important step, and we’ll keep tracking how these changes feel, talking with all of you about how things are landing, and making adjustments."

With these responsive changes, Riot Games demonstrates a dedication to listening to their community and adapting the game to meet player expectations. League of Legends remains available as a free-to-play title on PC. Stay updated with the latest news on our League of Legends page.