Riot Games announced significant changes to its games to meet the legal requirements in force in the country. The company implements more rigorous age verification systems starting this Wednesday. The objective is to align titles with the rules for protecting minors in digital environments.
Lei 15.211/2025 comes into force this Tuesday and obliges platforms to adopt parental controls and mandatory age checking. League of Legends now has a temporary classification of 18 years. Contas of minor players are blocked until confirmation of majority or authorization from their guardians.
The measure directly affects the access of thousands of young users who play daily. Riot Games clarifies that no progress or purchased items will be lost during the adjustment period.
Changes announced by developer Riot Games
The company responsible for developing the titles confirmed the temporary increase in the indicative rating. Todos players will need to perform age verification when logging in over the next few weeks. The adaptation guarantees full compliance with legislation without permanently excluding users.
The official statement highlights that the change is not definitive and should last until the beginning of 2027. During this period, Riot Games tests and implements advanced parental control tools.
Games affected by the new age rating
League of Legends will no longer be accessible to anyone under 18 years of age immediately. The restriction applies to the entire national territory and includes Brazilian servers.
Teamfight Tactics also receives the same age increase and follows the same temporary blocking rules. The standalone strategy game is unavailable to young audiences until full verification.
League of Legends Wild Rift goes through the same adjustment process in the mobile version. Jogadores on a cell phone face the same age proof requirement.
2XKO and Legends of Runeterra complete the list of titles impacted by the developer’s decision. Cada one of them requires rigorous checking before allowing access.
Details about age verification and parental controls
Riot Games informs that the verification process takes place directly when logging in with the Riot account. Usuários people over 18 need to confirm their age through documents or integration with government systems. The system automatically blocks profiles identified as belonging to minors until parental authorization.
Parental controls allow guardians to monitor and approve their children’s access to games. The tool includes time limits and activity reports that can be consulted in real time. The company guarantees that the data collected serves exclusively for legal compliance and user protection.
The game exception Valorant
Valorant does not receive the full 18+ upgrade and remains accessible to players between the ages of 12 and 17. The title only requires express authorization from parents or legal guardians for normal operation. The absence of paid loot boxes allows the game to escape the more severe restrictions applied to other products.
Minor players must submit a parental consent form to unlock full access. The process maintains the integrity of the game while meeting the demands of the new standard.
What does Riot Games say about the duration of the change
The developer reinforces that the increase in rating is temporary and is only intended for the implementation phase of new technologies. Equipes techniques work to integrate permanent age verification without interrupting users’ experience.
All technical details must be adjusted by the beginning of 2027 according to the deadline estimated by the company. Durante the transition period, accounts remain intact and players’ progress is preserved in full.
Repercussion among the gaming community
Adult players report the need to perform age verification to continue participating in ranked matches. The community discusses ways to help minors with the parental authorization process.
The debate focuses on the importance of online protection without harming the growth of the esports scene in the country.
Lei Felca requirements for digital platforms
The standard establishes clear obligations for all companies that operate online games and platforms. Verificação of strict age and parental control tools become mandatory items to avoid inappropriate exposure.
Platforms need to demonstrate technical capacity to identify and block inappropriate access by minors. The legislation prioritizes the safety of children and adolescents against random monetization mechanisms present in several titles.
Riot Games complies with the requirements by temporarily raising the minimum age for its main games. The adjustment represents a direct response to the legal requirements that came into force this week throughout the national territory.
The company maintains open communication with users through regular updates on the official website and support channels. Jogadores receive step-by-step guidance on the verification procedure when trying to access their accounts.
League of Legends has established itself as one of the most popular games in the MOBA genre since its launch in 2009. The Brazilian community follows professional competitions and actively participates in in-person and online events.
Riot Games’s decision reflects a commitment to legal compliance while preserving the integrity of servers and player progress. Contas blocked returns to normal as soon as the age of majority is confirmed or parental consent is registered.
The company’s other titles follow the same implementation schedule to avoid disparities between products. Uniformity facilitates monitoring and application of rules in all digital environments controlled by Riot Games.
Law 15,211/2025 changes Estatuto from Criança and Adolescente to the digital environment and establishes higher standards of protection. Plataformas need to adopt preventive measures against content and mechanics that could negatively influence young audiences.
The main focus is on random reward systems known as loot boxes that exist in several games. Riot Games has removed or adapted these elements in the affected titles to meet new legal requirements.
Players who turn 18 during the transition period can request immediate account release through official support. The process includes sending documents that prove age and automatic release after validation.
The temporary measure allows the company to test and refine verification systems before definitive implementation. Usuários adults continue playing normally after the single age confirmation.
The community of League of Legends on Brasil follows updates and shares experiences about the new login procedure. Muitos report that the initial blocking occurs automatically when incompatible age is detected.
Riot Games plans to expand parental control tools to all titles in the near future. The initiative aims to maintain a balance between fun and safety in the digital environment.
