Introduction
League of Legends (LoL) is a globally beloved game with millions of players from diverse linguistic backgrounds. Whether you’re learning a new language, want to immerse yourself in regional dialogue, or simply prefer playing in your native tongue, changing the game’s language settings can enhance your experience. This guide will walk you through multiple methods to change the language in League of Legends on PC and Mac, troubleshoot common issues, and explain the differences between text and voiceover settings.
Why Change the Language in League of Legends?
Before diving into the steps, let’s explore why players customize their language settings:
Learning Opportunities: Practice a new language through gameplay.
Regional Preferences: Match server language when playing abroad.
Voiceover Enjoyment: Experience champion dialogue in languages like Korean or Japanese.
Accessibility: Navigate the client more comfortably in your primary language.
Method 1: Change Language via the Riot Client (2023 Update)
Riot Games has streamlined language customization in its updated client. Follow these steps:
Open the Riot Client.
Ensure you’re logged out of League of Legends.
Click the Gear Icon (Settings).
Located in the top-right corner next to your username.
Select ‘Language’ from the Dropdown Menu.
Choose your preferred text/interface language.
Restart the Client.
Changes apply after relaunching.
Note: Some languages are region-locked. For example, Japanese voiceovers may only be available on the Japan server.
Method 2: Use the Legacy Client (Older Versions
If using an older client version:
