Riot Games is gearing up to deliver one of the most visually striking updates yet with Wild Rift Patch 7.0, officially arriving on January 22. The update, themed around the Chinese “Year of the Horse,” introduces an all-new Ionia Rift map, fresh champions, exciting gameplay modes, and a wave of seasonal rewards. Designed to enhance both competitive and casual play, Wild Rift Patch 7.0 marks a major evolution for the mobile MOBA.
Ionia Rift and Festive Gameplay Enhancements
At the heart of Wild Rift Patch 7.0 is the replacement of the Bandle City map with the beautifully reimagined Ionia Rift. This new map focuses on clarity and flow, featuring brighter visuals, optimized terrain, and improved vision across the battlefield. Unique mechanics such as Spirit Flowers—dropped when allies fall or jungle monsters are stolen—add strategic depth and emotional flair. A new Mid Lane Wind Zone boosts roaming potential, while clearer monster respawn timers help junglers plan more effectively. These changes make Wild Rift Patch 7.0 both visually refreshing and tactically rewarding.
New Champions and Item Additions
Two highly anticipated champions debut in Wild Rift Patch 7.0. Smolder, the Fiery Fledgling ADC, brings powerful late-game scaling and a standout ability that summons his mother to scorch enemies. Joining him is Mel Medarda, the Arcane favorite, who arrives as a versatile mage capable of mid-lane or support play. Her ability to reflect enemy attacks promises highlight-worthy outplays. Alongside champions, Wild Rift Patch 7.0 adds items like Abyssal Mask, Hollow Radiance, and Guinsoo’s Rageblade, expanding build diversity for tanks, mages, and marksmen.
Game Modes, Ranked Season, and New Skins
Fan-favorite Arena mode returns in Wild Rift Patch 7.0, revamped to match the Ionia theme, while AAA-ARAM becomes a permanent mode with smarter rune assignments and a new Flying Swords mechanic. Ranked Season 20 also begins with a free Teemo skin, and the new Wild Pass highlights Food Spirits Ziggs and Janitor Thresh. With Lunar Guardian, Cosmic, and Dragonmancer skins on the way, Wild Rift Patch 7.0 delivers a festive, content-packed start to the year for players worldwide.
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