League of Legends, Summoner's Rift
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In improving the flagship map of League of Legends, careful study was given to turbo charge the experience while preserving the gameplay millions of players loved. Heatmaps were used to guide placement of visual and gameplay landmarks to maximize player enjoyment. Careful color selection and detailing subtlely mark the many paths that wind through the jungle. A muted yet diverse palette increases clarity in large team fights, helping fireballs and thunderbolts pop off the screen.

Twisted Treeline, Summoner's Rift
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With the Twisted Treeline, careful consideration was taken to adjust mechanics for a 3v3 format, rather than the usual 5v5 of League of Legends. This posed a unique set of design challenges in that team dynamics had to be rebuilt from the ground up. Thus, an entirely unique set of items was implemented to complement the smaller skirmishes and faster action.

Howling Abyss, Summoner's Rift
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A deceptively simple single-laned map, yet its popularity outweighs most independent game releases. With the Howling Abyss, intense focus was given to round out the experience; winds ebb and flow, ancient statues crack and implode with the action, while even the stones beneath your feet give way as you pass.