LCS & Americas Update for 2025 | The Dive Driven by Kia Q&A
Description
LCS Commissioner Mark Zimmerman drops by the Dive to answer community questions and discuss the 2025 changes with Azael, Kobe, and Meteos.
For more information on the 2025 updates, visit: https://lolesports.com/article/lol-esports-building-towards-a-brighter-future/bltc9412d7575d4625d
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro & LCS changes
2:59 - Why are these changes happening?
6:02 - Why are these changes happening now?
9:06 - Why is it not a competition for all the slots?
11:54 - Who is leaving the LCS?
13:00 - League composition & tier 2 questions
18:33 - Player Protection
19:13 - Guest spot - what happens if they win big? / questions
22:34 - Franchising, protections, and performance clauses
25:13 - LatAm questions
27:30 - Is the LCS keeping its brand?
30:07 - How much change is too much change?
32:51 - Are we keeping live patch?
33:53 - CBLOL & LLA ecosystem discussion
38:47 - Cross conference plans?
40:12 - How long will next season’s splits be?
43:53 - Fatigue and LCS history
47:20 - Broadcasting updates
50:47 - Regions and conferences: fandom, camaraderie, and obstacles
55:43 - What should fans be excited about?
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