Wild Rift Patch 6.1 Goes Cosmic in Mid-April

Author: Connor Apr 06,2025

LoL: Wild Rift Patch 6.1: Ascending Stars is set to launch on April 16th, promising a cosmic overhaul that will transform everything from the menus to the battlefield. This update will take players on an adventure through the Dual Nova galaxy, featuring the Challenger’s Star and Adventure’s Star.

Three new champions are set to join the fray, each bringing unique and game-changing abilities to Wild Rift. Ryze, the Rune Mage, will unleash immense AoE damage and can teleport teammates across the map with his Realm Warp ability. Nocturne, the Eternal Nightmare, thrives on chaos, using Paranoia to plunge enemies into total darkness. Lastly, Zilean, the Chronokeeper, will control time, slowing down enemies and even reviving allies with Chronoshift.

Several champions are also receiving reworks. Garen’s Courage will now scale over time, making him even tankier, while his Judgment ability will shred enemy armor. Ambessa is transitioning from the jungle to the Baron lane, with adjustments to her damage and life steal. Smaller tweaks are also coming for Diana, Fiora, Jax, Sona, and Kalista.

LoL: Wild Rift Patch 6.1: Ascending Stars

Beyond champion changes, a new Bandle-inspired Rift will shake things up in non-Ranked modes, featuring Enchanted Gifts that appear through portals during the laning phase. Mages will benefit from long-awaited item updates, including the new Bandle Fantasy item that adds extra burst damage. Hextech GLP800 will slow enemies with frost bombs, and Malignance will enhance ultimate abilities, making spellcasters even more formidable.

Ranked mode is also evolving with the launch of the Challenger’s Star, marking the beginning of a new season. This update will bring changes to the Ranked store and introduce an easier way to earn seasonal rewards. Midway through the patch, the Adventure’s Star will unlock, introducing AAAARAM—a fresh take on ARAM with added augments and galactic visuals.

The Wild Pass will offer two stunning skins: Wondertown Twisted Fate and Battlecast Nasus. Twisted Fate’s new look will introduce an entirely new skinline, adding to the excitement of this update.

For more information, visit the official LoL: Wild Rift website. Here’s our Wild Rift tier list ranking every champion yet!