Craving more Riot Points? We’ve all been there. Whether you’re eyeing that gorgeous new skin, an elusive champion, or maybe some in-game flair to flex on your friends, RP (Riot Points) are the golden ticket in League of Legends — and VALORANT, for that matter.
Sure, you can fork over your hard-earned cash for RP, but wouldn’t it be nice to know all the angles — both paid and completely free — for stacking your RP balance? Stick around, because this guide spills all the details, including the methods Riot approves of and a few lesser-known tricks that don’t cost a dime.
Yes, free RP exists — no shady downloads, no risking your Riot account, no suspicious surveys asking for your mother’s maiden name.
Buying Riot Points the “Riot-Approved” Way
Let’s kick things off with the simplest, most above-board method: spending real money. Here’s how to add to your RP balance without any trouble:
1. The League of Legends Store is the classic way
Back in the day. No smoke and no mirrors. It’s just you, your wallet, and Riot’s nice store UI. This is how to accomplish it:
Open the League Client and sign in.
Tap the Store tab at the top (don’t get distracted by all the shiny offers).
Hunt down the RP section — this is where the magic happens.
Pick your poison: packages come in all shapes and sizes — 575 RP, 1275 RP, 2525 RP — the more you buy, the more bonus RP you pocket.
Choose your payment weapon: credit card, PayPal, or region-specific options.
Enter your payment details, double-check everything (because nobody likes buying RP twice by accident).
Smash that purchase button. If the RP doesn’t appear instantly, restart the client — classic tech move.
2. Prime Gaming Capsules (But… There’s a Twist)
Once upon a time, if you had Amazon Prime, Riot Games practically handed out RP with their Prime Gaming Capsules. These nifty little bundles usually contained:
350 RP
An Epic Skin Shard
A Champion Permanent
30-Day XP Boost
And more tasty loot
The plot twist? That partnership sailed off into the sunset. But don’t lose hope — sometimes these promotions rise from the ashes. Keep your eyes glued to the Prime Gaming page if you already pay for Prime. You never know when Riot and Amazon might rekindle the flame.
Free RP? Yes, it does exist, but be careful of scams.
Let’s be honest: everyone wants free RP. There are a lot of dubious “RP Generators” and sketchy downloads on the internet, but there are also real ways to get some without paying any money. Here’s how to do it without risking your account (or your sanity):
3. Microsoft Rewards — Bing Your Way to RP
It sounds ridiculous, I know. But hear me out.
Microsoft Rewards is this quirky little loyalty program where you earn points for, well, using Bing. Yep, you ditch Google (or DuckDuckGo for the privacy warriors) and get points every time you search something online. Do daily quizzes, solve puzzles, rack up points — then trade those points for League of Legends Gift Cards.
Quick breakdown:
6,500 Microsoft Rewards points = 575 RP Gift Card
No shady third-party nonsense
Works for League of Legends and VALORANT
Sure, it’ll take time. But you search the internet daily anyway — might as well turn that into virtual currency.
4. Tournaments & Competitions — If You’ve Got the Skills
Feeling confident? Maybe your mechanics are crisp, or your macro play is top-tier? There are loads of amateur tournaments online where RP (or cold, hard cash) is up for grabs.
Sites like:
Battlefy
Challengermode
These platforms have 1v1s, team fights, and casual competitions. Some give out rewards in RP, while others give out cash.
Be careful — some of these are not approved by Riot. Stay alert, keep your passwords safe, and never give out private information like payment information or passwords.
RP Conversion Cheat Sheet
If you’re scratching your head over RP prices, here’s your quick reference:
$10 = 1,000 RP
Standard, reliable. Sometimes events offer bonus RP, so timing your purchases can score you extra.1,820 RP = Roughly $20
You’ll buy two $10 packs (1,000 RP each) and dip into your second one for the 820 RP. Riot doesn’t sell an 820 pack by itself.$50 RP Card = 5,500 RP
You get a small bonus (500 RP) for going big. Perfect for splurging on legendary skins, passes, or bundles.
Pro tip: Keep tabs on seasonal promotions — Riot loves dropping limited-time bonuses during events.
The Last Word on RP
In the end, it’s up to you how you gain RP. You can accomplish it by working hard for money, getting Microsoft points in clever ways, or beating your opponents in tournaments. Use a mix of strategies to increase your balance.
And don’t forget that the real flex isn’t just the skins; it’s knowing that you got them by playing the system (legitimately).
Summoner, it’s time to play.
