League of Legends is preparing to launch its next seasonal update with patch 25.17. This update will mark the start of Season 3, bringing new content and features for players across all regions.

Riot Games has outlined several additions and changes that will arrive with the patch, setting the stage for the upcoming competitive season. Players can expect both gameplay updates and returning modes as part of the rollout.

League of Legends Season 3 launch date

Season 3 is set to begin on August 27, 2025 with the rollout of patch 25.17.
Key additions in this update include:

• Doom Bots game mode returning
• Vaulted skins made available again
• Visual improvements for Xin Zhao

Season 3 Patch Details for League of Legends

Patch 25.17 introduces new narrative arcs centered on champions from Noxus and the Spirit Blossom universe, featuring LeBlanc, Yunara, Atakhan, and Xin Zhao.

Xin Zhao receives:

• Visual updates to his base model and all skins
• A new Epic skin

Skin updates include:

Champion	Update Type	Availability
Sylas	Prestige Skin	Mythic Shop
Mel	Prestige Skin	Mythic Shop
Jarvan IV	Prestige Skin	Battle Pass
Zoe	Prestige Skin	Battle Pass

Machine Herald Viktor cosmetic

The Machine Herald Viktor skin is set to release with patch 25.19 on September 24, 2025. Players who achieved Mastery Level 5 or higher on Viktor by August 4, 2025 will receive the skin at no cost.

Key details:

Requirement	Reward	Release Date
Mastery 5+ on Viktor before Aug. 4, 2025	Machine Herald Viktor skin (free)	Sept. 24, 2025
Does not meet requirement	Purchase required	Sept. 24, 2025

The skin’s release coincides with other game updates in the same patch, ensuring it launches alongside broader seasonal changes. Players meeting the requirement will have it automatically unlocked in their collection.