It’s almost a year since Riot Games announced Clash, a tournament mode for League of Legends that aimed to revitalize the game. However, the initial release was plagued with bugs, and the mode was taken down for fixes. Now, Clash is back for limited testing in multiple regions.
Clash is designed to give casual players a taste of the professional esports experience. It allows players to form teams with their own names and logos, and compete in organized competitions. If players don’t have a full squad, they can use op.gg’s team finder tool to join a team that suits their playstyle.
To be eligible for Clash, players must meet certain qualifications such as being level 30, completing placements for the current season, and having a minimum Honor level of two. Teams are set by a captain, who adds and removes players and sets the roster. Riot will then organize the teams into brackets for weekend tournaments with set schedules.
One of the unique aspects of Clash is the real stakes involved. Teams compete for trophies, icons, orbs, and Victory Points, which can unlock various in-game rewards. However, players need to buy tickets with Blue Essence or Riot Points to enter tournaments and access these rewards.
The tournament structure is set up like a professional esports competition. Teams are entered into initial brackets based on player MMR, and as they win, they progress through different brackets over the course of the weekend. The toughest competition and best rewards can be found in the final 16-team Sunday bracket.
Playing in Clash is meant to feel like a real tournament experience. Players have the opportunity to scout their opponents, engage in separate ban phases, and face sudden death after an hour of play. Clash aims to provide players with a taste of the camaraderie, pressure, and rewards of a real competition.
Overall, Clash is an exciting development for the League of Legends community. It allows casual players to play like professionals and experience the thrill of organized competitive play.