League of Legends has long been celebrated for its intense, 5v5 competitive battles. But in 2024, Riot Games introduced something fresh – a PvE (player versus environment) twist called Swarm. Drawing inspiration from bullet hell shooters and roguelike gameplay, Swarm invites players to band together and fend off endless waves of enemies in a fast-paced, top-down action setting. So, where exactly can you jump into this new League adventure?
Swarm Lives Inside the League Client
Good news – you don’t need a separate download or launcher to play Swarm. It’s built right into the standard League of Legends client.
Here’s how you get started:
Launch the League of Legends client on your PC or Mac.
Hit the “Play” button located at the top left.
Browse through the available modes and select “Swarm” (sometimes listed under “Event Modes”).
Pick your champion and difficulty level, then queue up solo or with up to two friends.
Keep in mind, Swarm is a limited-time event mode, usually popping up during seasonal or summer updates. If it’s not showing up for you, it’s probably just offline between events.
What’s the Gameplay Like?
Swarm flips the usual Summoner’s Rift formula on its head. It’s a top-down, cooperative survival mode where you control a champion using WASD movement to dodge and attack waves of relentless enemies. Your mission? Survive longer and longer waves, grab power-ups, and take down a final boss.
Unlike standard LoL matches, Swarm emphasizes quick reflexes, fluid mobility, and making the best out of random upgrades that drop during your run. Imagine a mashup of Vampire Survivors’ chaotic fun with League’s champion flair.
What Do You Need to Join In?
A standard League of Legends account
The latest game update installed (Swarm won’t show up unless you’re fully patched)
Up to 3 players per team (solo play is allowed too)
Access during the specific event period, as Swarm isn’t a permanent game mode
Note: Swarm is desktop-only. It’s not available on mobile or consoles.
Why Give Swarm a Shot?
If ranked matches or lane farming ever feel repetitive, Swarm offers a refreshing change of pace. It’s easy to pick up, lightning-fast, and doesn’t demand in-depth champion mastery – perfect for newcomers and veterans alike. With unique champion abilities, intense boss battles, and tons of unlockable upgrades, Swarm delivers a fresh way to explore the League universe without stepping outside its familiar boundaries.
Final Word: Stay Tuned for the Next Event
So, where can you play Swarm? Simply within your League client – whenever Riot flips the switch during events. Keep an eye on patch notes and announcements to know when Swarm is back in action.
Until then, make sure your game is up to date, round up your friends, and prepare for one of Riot’s most inventive side modes yet.
