Riot ID: Everything You Need to Know

Riot Games has multiple ways of identifying its players. Before, we only had our Summoner Name, but after adding more games, you also have a Riot ID. But what is the difference? Let's take a look. 

Similar to other gaming platforms like Steam, Origin, etc., Riot Games has its own launcher for all of its games. With the addition of VALORANT, Legends of Runterra, the upcoming MMORPG and PROJECT L, Riot games has decided to create a multipurpose launcher for their games. 

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Now, in order to play any of the games, you first need a Riot Account, and here is where your Riot ID comes into play. In this article, we will explain what a Riot ID even is and how it is different from your Summoner Name in League of Legends.  

Riot Games: How do I Get a Riot ID?

Once you create a Riot Accout, you will automatically get a Riot ID at the same time. Now that's practical! But what is your Riot ID exactly? Your Riot ID consist of your selected in-game name (the name everyone can see in-game) and a hashtag followed by a tagline consisting of 3-5 characters. Simply put, your Riot ID should look something like this: [in-game name]#[tagline]

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If you are not one for numbers behind your name, you don't have to worry. The characters do not show up in-game and will only be shown when someone hovers over your name in the post-game lobby or in the friend list in the client. 

Why Did Riot Create the Riot ID?

For someone only playing League of Legends, the Riot ID might seem a bit pointless, but it actually makes sense if you look at how other games, like Valorant, work. Thanks to the Riot ID, players can be more flexible with their in-game names.

If you started playing VALORANT after League of Legends, your in-game name in LoL would be the one you automatically receive for Valorant.

Now, if you are anything like me, you might have a name in League of Legends that is not as fitting to Valorant, and you want to change it. Then you don't have to worry because you can change your Riot ID without your Summoner name in League of Legends being changed - so you can practically have two names.

Once you change your Riot ID, your Summoner Name in LoL and Riot ID will be different. Beforehand they are linked. Riot Games plans to move away from Summoner Names, and then we will only have our Riot ID in the system. Rest in peace Summoner Names...

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Riot Games: Does Your Riot ID Replace Your Summoner Name in League of Legends?

No. Your Riot ID does not replace your Summoner Name, at least not yet. In an FAQ from 2021 by Riot, they did state that your Riot ID currently does not replace your Summoner Name but that this is subject to change in the future 

Even Riot Games did mention they wanted to remove the Summoner Name and only keep the Riot ID, it does not seem to be that high on the priority list. As already mentioned, the FAQ was published back in 2021, and so far, we haven't seen any signs of it changing any time soon.

Riot Games: Where Can I Find My Riot ID? 

Your Riot ID is not hard to locate and can easily be found on your account page. Simply log into your account on Riot Games, and you will be able to see all your account details. Here, you can also easily change your password, change your Riot ID and enable two-factor authentication.

You can also connect to Prime Gaming for the awesome Prime Awards, and to Twitch so that you can receive drops while watching Esports Events like MSI and the League of Legends World Championship.

Can I Change My Riot ID?

Yes, you can change your RIot ID. It is actually fairly easy. Just follow the steps below, and you will be able to change your Riot ID in no time. 

1. Go to Your Riot Account Page
2. Go to Account Management
3. Click on Riot ID
4. Change your Riot ID in the first row

How Often Can I Change My Riot ID

If you are one to change your name on a weekly basis, I, unfortunately, have to disappoint you. You are only able to change your Riot ID for free once every 30 days. Once you decide to change your ID, you can also customize your tagline, which is useful if you have a certain set of characters that are easily remembered. 

When Will Riot Replace Sumoner Names With Riot IDs?

As mentioned earlier, the LoL Summoner Names will eventually be replaced by the Riot IDs. Riot Games made players aware of this already in 2021, but two years later, we still haven't seen it happening. 

Now, this does not mean Riot Games will never replace the Summoner Names and they are likely working on it already. With the COVID-19 pandemic, a lot of Riot plans have been pushed back, and this change is likely another thing they haven't chosen to prioritize. 

But now the Rioters are going back to their usual workplace, and we will likely see the change from Summoner Names to Riot IDs pretty soon. This way, you will be able to play all of Riot's games with your own username, and it can be easily changed if you happen to get tired of it.

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