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Hey Skin Enthusiasts!
We've got some incredibly exciting news! A feature we've been dreaming about for years is finally in its testing phase within the League of Legends client: in-game skin previews! This means we won't have to rely solely on potentially misleading splash arts before making a purchase.
Riot is now integrating actual in-game previews directly into the client, letting us see skins in motion. You'll be able to watch a skin in action before you decide to buy it.
However, let's temper our excitement just a little; for now, these previews aren't interactive or rendered with 3D models like they are in Wild Rift. For this initial test, Riot is using pre-recorded video footage, often the same clips they share on X (Twitter) and YouTube during PBE skin cycles. Think of them as embedded videos right there in the client.
Currently, this feature is only visible to a small number of accounts. Riot is testing the waters, observing how players use it and how it impacts skin sales. If it gains enough traction and doesn't negatively affect revenue, we'll likely see it roll out to a wider audience.
But it's worth noting that if these previews cause issues, or worse, if players stop buying skins after watching them, Riot has hinted they might quickly remove the feature.
This marks Riot's first attempt at offering transparency on how skins truly look in-game, not just through high-budget splash art. For years, the discrepancy between splash art and in-game models has often led to post-purchase disappointment.
While Wild Rift has boasted beautiful, polished 3D models and animations for ages, the PC client has lagged behind. This initial step could be the start of addressing the client's aging visuals, with its low-poly models and texture issues.
Perhaps! Riot is also focusing on client stability, promising fewer crashes and bug fixes. There are also whispers of a future skin wishlist system, which would let players keep track of the cosmetics they desire.
But remember: if this new preview feature leads to a drop in skin revenue, it could disappear just as fast as it arrived.
What are your thoughts on this new feature? Has anyone experienced it yet? Let us know in the comments!
We've got some incredibly exciting news! A feature we've been dreaming about for years is finally in its testing phase within the League of Legends client: in-game skin previews! This means we won't have to rely solely on potentially misleading splash arts before making a purchase.
So, What's This New Feature All About?
Riot is now integrating actual in-game previews directly into the client, letting us see skins in motion. You'll be able to watch a skin in action before you decide to buy it.
However, let's temper our excitement just a little; for now, these previews aren't interactive or rendered with 3D models like they are in Wild Rift. For this initial test, Riot is using pre-recorded video footage, often the same clips they share on X (Twitter) and YouTube during PBE skin cycles. Think of them as embedded videos right there in the client.
How Can You Access It?
Currently, this feature is only visible to a small number of accounts. Riot is testing the waters, observing how players use it and how it impacts skin sales. If it gains enough traction and doesn't negatively affect revenue, we'll likely see it roll out to a wider audience.
But it's worth noting that if these previews cause issues, or worse, if players stop buying skins after watching them, Riot has hinted they might quickly remove the feature.
Why Is This Such a Big Deal?
This marks Riot's first attempt at offering transparency on how skins truly look in-game, not just through high-budget splash art. For years, the discrepancy between splash art and in-game models has often led to post-purchase disappointment.
While Wild Rift has boasted beautiful, polished 3D models and animations for ages, the PC client has lagged behind. This initial step could be the start of addressing the client's aging visuals, with its low-poly models and texture issues.
Is This the Start of More Client Upgrades?
Perhaps! Riot is also focusing on client stability, promising fewer crashes and bug fixes. There are also whispers of a future skin wishlist system, which would let players keep track of the cosmetics they desire.
But remember: if this new preview feature leads to a drop in skin revenue, it could disappear just as fast as it arrived.
What are your thoughts on this new feature? Has anyone experienced it yet? Let us know in the comments!