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League of Legends SEA Server Merge: Everything You Need to Know

Riot Games has announced the much-anticipated server merge for League of Legends players in Southeast Asia. On January 9, 2025, with the release of Patch 15.1, the servers for Thailand, the Philippines, Singapore/Malaysia/Indonesia will combine into a unified SEA server. This major step aims to enhance gameplay experiences for players across the region.

Key Benefits of the SEA Server Merge

1. Improved Matchmaking Accuracy

The unified server will boast a larger player base, ensuring faster and more precise matchmaking. Players will be paired with opponents and teammates who closely match their skill levels, whether in ranked games or casual modes.

2. Low-Latency Gameplay

Centralized server infrastructure promises smoother gameplay with minimal lag spikes. While players in Thailand and the Philippines might see a slight ping increase (~20ms), Riot assures that this will not disrupt overall gameplay quality.

What to Expect During the Merge

Timeline

Merge Date: January 9, 2025
Downtime: Approximately four hours during Patch 15.1 rollout
Season Launch: Marks the start of League’s new seasonal model, aligned with ongoing narratives such as Arcane Season 2 and new updates exploring the stories of Noxus.

Account and Data Transfers

Here’s what will and won’t transfer to the merged server:

Will Transfer

Riot ID, Champion, and Skin Inventory
Ranked Progress (MMR), Honor Level, and Summoner Icons
Friends List and Emotes

Will Not Transfer

Clash match history and club affiliations on Thailand/Philippines servers

Players do not need to take any additional steps; accounts will automatically transition during the update.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Will my in-game settings and purchases remain intact?

Yes, all settings, skins, and RP balances will transfer seamlessly.

2. Will the merge impact local pricing?

RP purchases will continue to be priced in local currencies with no changes.

3. How will this affect esports in the region?

Riot is working on broadening access to the League of Legends Championship Pacific (LCP), introducing wild card slots for teams in the participating regions.

You can check out the full announcement THROUGH THIS LINK.

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