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Riot Games Delays League of Legends Voice Chat Feature Indefinitely
Key points
- Team voice chat for League of Legends delayed indefinitely.
- Feature was initially announced for October's 26.20 patch.
- Riot Games cited a need to meet a "quality bar" for the delay.
- No new release timeline has been provided.
Voice Chat Feature Postponed
Riot Games announced an indefinite delay for the team voice chat feature in League of Legends. This feature was initially slated for release in the 26.20 patch, expected in October, for select regions including North America and Oceania.
Reason for Delay Unspecified
The developer stated the postponement is to ensure the feature meets a "quality bar" for its community. However, Riot Games did not provide specific reasons for the delay or a revised timeline for when players can expect the voice chat to be implemented.
Potential Moderation Concerns
While Riot did not specify reasons, the delay could be related to moderation challenges within the game, which has a history of in-game toxicity. Previous considerations for voice chat included requiring a minimum Honor level or implementing a "voice skin" concept, which may have presented unforeseen issues.
Impact on Players
The delay is a setback for League of Legends players who have requested a voice chat feature for an extended period. Despite the disappointment, Riot Games confirmed it is still working on the implementation, prioritizing a quality release.
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Reporting from
Riot Games has delayed the release of team voice chat for League of Legends, which was previously announced for the 26.20 patch in October. The company stated the delay is to meet a "quality bar" but provided no new timeline for its implementation, disappointing players who have awaited the feature for years.